Job Description
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To perform routine microbiology tests in a medical laboratory in accordance with professional and regulatory requirements and guidelines
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
Perform routine microbiology tests according to professional standards and guidelines
Coordinate the prioritising, sorting and testing of laboratory samples
Perform Microbiology Cultures, microscopic, bacteriologic, PCR (respiratory, meningitis, gastroenterology), serological, urine analysis, and rapid tests for use in diagnosis and related treatment of patients
Contribute to relevant quality improvement initiatives aimed at mitigating risks, compliance governance and increased patient safety
Actively contribute and guide, where needed, relevant training and health and safety initiatives
Operate, calibrate and monitor effective functioning of standard laboratory equipment that includes analysers and maintenance of temperature logs
REQUIRED EDUCATION
A relevant Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory sciences or a related field
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
At least 3-5 years’ full time experience as a medical laboratory technologist in Microbiology
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Correct maintenance of instrumentation according to manufacturer’s guidelines
- Developing standard operating procedures
- Knowledgeable in Approved International Accreditation Standards or equivalent
- Knowledgeable in laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and instrumentation troubleshooting
- Laboratory information systems and reporting
- Laboratory terminologies as applied in the specific and related area of specialisation
All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given to the designated groups in accordance with the United Arab Emirates Emiratization Program. If you wish to grow with us, apply now and become a part of the Mediclinic Middle East Family
