Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
Career Opportunity: Laboratory
Assistant (Locum)
The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
is an institution of the Aga Khan Health Service, Kenya, which is an Agency of
the Aga Khan Development Network.
The Hospital is part of a
network of health facilities, which includes Hospitals and Outreach Health
Facilities across East Africa.
The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
is in an exciting growth phase and has attained acknowledgment of its quality
by achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification, ISO 15189:2012 accreditation for
laboratory services, SafeCare level 5 accreditation and is at advanced stage of
attaining Joint Commission International Accreditation.
The Aga Khan Hospital, Kisumu
has Outreach Health Services at Kisii, Kakamega, Kitale, Bungoma, Kericho,
Kibuye-Kisumu, West End- Kisumu, Busia, Homa – Bay, Migori, Bomet and Eldoret.
The Hospital is seeking to
attract interested and qualified applicants to fill the position listed below.
Laboratory Assistant
(Locum)
Vacancy no: AKHK/P/LA/03/23
Overall
Responsibility: The successful candidate will support
technical and administrative processes in the laboratory to ensure smooth flow
of services.
Key Responsibilities
· Efficiently
manage laboratory supplies to optimize availability, utilization, and minimize
stock discrepancies.
· Promptly
issue patient results in accordance with established protocols and procedures.
· Coordinate
the dispatch of samples for external testing in a timely fashion, while
maintaining
accurate and up-to-date records.
· Oversee
the organization and maintenance of laboratory archives and pertinent
documentation.
· Support
microbiology efforts by preparing culture media and ensuring proper
sterilization of
laboratory equipment and waste disposal.
· Carry
out general administrative tasks, including front office duties and courier
responsibilities, to
facilitate seamless laboratory operations.
Qualifications
· Possession
of a valid Certificate in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized
institution in Kenya.
· A
minimum of two years of professional experience in a similar role.
· Prior
experience in an accredited laboratory will be considered a strong advantage.
· Demonstrated
organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal abilities.
· Proficiency
in computer skills and the capacity to work effectively with minimal
supervision.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates are
requested to email their application letter and detailed curriculum vitae with
position title and vacancy number on the subject line, including names and
contacts of three references, current and expected remuneration to
ksm.recruitment@akhskenya.org on or before 31st March 2023.
The email subject line MUST
include position title and Vacancy number being applied for i.e. “LABORATORY
ASSISTANT AKHK/P/LA/03/23”
Canvassing of any nature will
lead to automatic disqualification.
Only shortlisted candidates
will be contacted.
“AKHS is concerned about the
climate and environmental crises we face and is doing everything possible to
reduce our own impact, encouraging others to do the same, and advancing
understanding in this field. AKHS has set itself the task of getting as close
to net-zero carbon operations as possible by 2030. We expect all staff to
contribute to achieving these aims in the context of their roles”.
Please note that Aga Khan
Hospital Kisumu does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process
(application, interview, medical examination, or any fee)
“Aga Khan Hospital Kisumu is an
equal opportunity employer”