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Medical Laboratory Scientist
About this role
A Medical Laboratory Scientist is needed to join EHA Clinics in Lagos. The role involves analysing body fluids, tissues and other specimens, performing a range of laboratory tests including molecular diagnostics (PCR), hematology, chemistry, immunology, microbiology and infectious disease testing such as COVID-19. The position requires processing samples, maintaining quality control, operating laboratory equipment, and communicating abnormal results to supervisors, patients and healthcare teams. The candidate should support high standards of patient care and laboratory service delivery, while staying current with medical research and best practices. Applicants should have a relevant degree, certification, licensure and practical experience in medical laboratories.
What you would do
- Match computer orders with specimen labels and log specimens
- Sort and label specimens and prepare reports for delivery
- Perform molecular diagnostics including PCR
- Conduct hematology, chemistry, immunology and microbiology tests
- Carry out infectious disease testing including COVID-19
- Identify and communicate abnormal results to supervisors, patients or physicians
- Operate laboratory instruments following SOPs
- Maintain quality control by running standards and controls and calibrating equipment
- Troubleshoot equipment and ensure routine maintenance
- Maintain a safe, professional and patient-focused working environment
What they are asking for
- Bachelor of Science in laboratory science from an accredited university
- Minimum 3 years of working experience in a medical laboratory, clinic or hospital
- Additional training/experience in molecular diagnostics such as PCR
- Certification from the Association of the Institute of Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (AMLSCN)
- Current practicing license
- Relevant certification considered an added advantage
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