The Organization: Access Afya is a
social enterprise working to change the healthcare delivery system in
Kenya.
We are creating a network of high-tech
micro-clinics that provide consultations, information, on-site diagnostics, and
authentic medication directly in Nairobi’s informal settlements.
Our model makes it possible for our
patients to seek care early by bringing health workers and supplies directly to
the people who need it the most.
Are you passionate about improving care?
Are you passionate about improving care?
Are you ready to spend your days working in
tough and tiring environments?
De you enjoy talking to your
patients?
Do you think access to quality healthcare
is everyone’s right?
If so, we want you to join us.
Job Summary: We are hiring a medical laboratory technologist to serve at the Lab Superintendent role.
Job Summary: We are hiring a medical laboratory technologist to serve at the Lab Superintendent role.
This candidate is required to proficiently
analyze medical samples in the laboratory and follow standard MLS
methodologies.
He/she should also keep accurate records
that meet the requirements of the accreditation bodies and regulatory bodies.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
·
Processes
all tests at our Hub clinic laboratory as per laboratory guidelines and
protocols.
·
Keep
thorough records of activities performed in the laboratory.
·
Inspect
and analyze in-coming supplies to the laboratory to ensure that the laboratory
only receives the best quality supplies.
·
Oversees
and maintains lab quality standards at all spoke clinic
·
Inducts
and trains regularly clinical staff on Laboratory methods
·
Leads
laboratory’s management reviews, quality evaluations; offer suggestions,
feedbacks or any information that will assist the laboratory to continually
improve.
·
Evaluate,
compile and present results of analysis for easy interpretation by patients.
·
Manage
laboratory equipment as per the prevailing protocols. This covers observing
servicing schedules, Quality controls, safe use, storage and disposal of
hazardous chemicals so as to prevent injuries to personnel as well as prevent
damage to equipment, facilities and to safeguard the environment.
·
Monitor
the requirements of the laboratory and proactively request needed supplies,
research new lab options, and recommend upgrades.
·
Maintain
a clean and safe work environment, and take pride in your clinic.
Access Afya’s micro-clinics are lean and
compact spaces.
In addition to running our lab, you will be
interacting with the community and our patients. This includes:
·
Welcoming
and registering clients as they walk in.
·
Assisting
when necessary with patient follow-up calls and coordination.
·
Participate
in outreach events in the community.
·
Talk
to patients and communicate their wants, needs, compliments, and complaints to
the whole Access Afya team.
Skills and Experience
·
Computer
Literacy
·
Diploma
or degree in medical laboratory sciences with over 5 years of experience
·
Proficient
in laboratory operations.
·
Registered
with Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians & Technologist Board
General: An attractive remuneration
package commensurate with the role will be offered to the successful
candidate.
If interested, kindly email your CV, letter of interest, expected salary and earliest start date if given the opportunity.
If interested, kindly email your CV, letter of interest, expected salary and earliest start date if given the opportunity.
Send your details
to accessafyahr@gmail.com.
Job
Summary: We are hiring a Pharmacy Technician who
will be responsible for managing medication distribution within Access Afya
pharmacies and provide drug information and education to patients.
He/she
should have complete understanding and appreciation for the use and side
effects of prescription and non-prescription drugs used to treat common disease
states.
He/She
must demonstrate ethical conduct and maintain confidentiality of patient
information.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
·
Responsible for selling and advising
members of the community about over the counter medicines, cosmetics, hygiene
products, and the management of minor ailments and healthy lifestyles
·
Label and dispense prescribed
medicines and provide information and advice to patients about how to use their
medicines
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Responsible for ordering, labeling
and counting stock of medications, chemicals and supplies, and enter inventory
data in the computer
·
Responsible for receiving and storing
incoming supplies, verifying quantities against invoices and informing the
Medical Director of stock needs and shortages
·
Accountable for maintaining knowledge
and staying abreast of all the changes that occur in the Pharmaceutical field
Access
Afya’s micro-clinics are lean and compact spaces. In addition to running our
lab, you will be interacting with the community and our patients.
This
includes:
·
Welcoming and registering clients as
they walk in.
·
Assisting when necessary with patient
follow-up calls and coordination.
·
Participate in outreach events in the
community.
·
Talk to patients and communicate
their wants, needs, compliments, and complaints to the whole Access Afya team.
Skills
and Experience
·
Computer Literacy
·
Diploma or degree in Pharmaceutical
Technology
·
Proficient in Supply chain management
and Pharmacy operations
General: An attractive remuneration package commensurate with
the role and experience will be offered to the successful candidate. Position
available immediately.
How to Apply
How to Apply
Please CLICK HERE to complete the Pharmacy
Technician Assessment as part of the interview process.