Applications are invited for the following position:
FIELD LAB TECHNOLOGIST
(ANAEMIA STUDY), UNITID – AD/2/7/23 – 1 POST
The Position
Reporting to the
Laboratory Technical Advisor (LTA), the Field Lab Technologists will counsel, test
for hemoglobin and refer the anemic participants to the Kangemi Clinic,
maintain the Point Of Care Testing (POCT) device in good condition and keep
record of the testing data at the field.
Responsibilities
- Testing
for hemoglobin levels using the POCT Hemocue
- Mobilize
the community for eligible participants
- Refer
participants to the Kangemi Clinic for screening and
enrolment
- Perform
Quality Control (QC) checks for the testing devices used in the field
- Proper
waste management in the field
- Monitor
supplies and make timely requests through the LTA
- Ensure
that study equipment is properly calibrated and well maintained
- Comply
with all policies and regulations related to safety,
cleanliness and
infection control
- Perform
other duties as assigned by the LTA
Required Academic
Qualifications
- At
least Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences/Medical
Laboratory Technology
- At
least two (2) years’ experience working in a field laboratory setting
- Registration
with Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB)
and a valid practicing license
- Experience
working as a Field Laboratory Technologist at community level will be an
added advantage
Required Skills and
Experience
- Thorough
knowledge of testing using POCT devices
- Evidence
of participation in field lab work using POCT Good planning and organizing
skills
- Excellent
communication skills; fluency in English and Kiswahili
- Knowledge
on Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) in POCT
- Thorough
knowledge of waste disposal guidelines
Ability to:
- Set
up, operate and make minor repairs to POCT devices Correctly transcribe
laboratory results
- Operate,
calibrate, and perform minor troubleshooting of POCT devices
- Maintain
the study equipment in a safe and organized manner including correctly
handling hazardous or dangerous materials and equipment
- Observe
safety procedures and protocols including safe handling and storage of
hazardous materials
- Read
and understand technical manuals and protocols
- Perform
routine record keeping and report writing duties Work independently and
collaboratively
- Plan
and organize work to meet changing priorities and deadlines
- Establish
and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues
in the field
Terms of Appointment
This a position whose
tenure is one (1) year contract renewable based on performance and by mutual
consent. The salary is negotiable depending on the level of education and work
experience.
How to Apply
- Applicants
should email their application letters, certified copies of certificates
and curriculum vitae (CV) giving details of their qualifications,
experience and three (3) referees as well as indicating their telephone
and e-mail contacts.
- Applications
and related documents should be forwarded through applicants’ Heads of
Departments, where applicable, and be addressed to the Director, Human
Resource, University of Nairobi.
- Applicants
should state their current designations, salaries and other benefits
attached to those designations.
- The
application letter must bear the reference code indicated in the
advertisement.
- Late
applications will not be considered.
- Applications
should be emailed to recruit-fltasu@uonbi.ac.ke as
one file in PDF.
CLOSING DATE: WEDNESDAY,
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
THE UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED
