Laboratory Technologist

Laboratory Tech Job Responsibilities
Participates in planning and overseeing support supervision activities for the laboratory function for HCT at all project sites;
Oversees laboratory services provision and ensures standard and current practices for HCT are in place for maintaining high quality of services, and maximizing the use of all resources;
Ensures compliance and implementation of laboratory protocols for HIV Mass mobilization and counseling for all lab technicians and other lab staff involved with this project;
Conducts quality control checks for the all HIV lab tests for the project;
Participates in the development and replication of the laboratory protocols and practices for the prevention program and mobilization at all affiliated healthcare centers;
Participates in training, mentor-ship and team building exercises for laboratory staff in the project;
Participates in inventory control management for laboratory supplies and reagents under all project sites;
Ensures the compilation of monthly laboratory inventory at the project sites;
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications for the Laboratory Tech Job
Diploma in Medical Entomology and Parasitology or Medical Hematology
A minimum of three years of experience in a similar position.
Duly registered with the Allied Health Workers Council and hold a current annual practicing license.
Other Skills And Abilities
Must be able to travel more than 50% of the time.
Sensitive to ethics and confidentiality of HIV/AIDS client issues
Possess current knowledge of best practices in HIV/AIDS treatment and care.
Ability to prepare reports, provide team leadership and guidance.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Flexible, proactive and able to organize work independently as well as work in a team