Marie Stopes International
Marie Stopes International is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Laboratory Technician in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Job Description
Job Title: Laboratory Technician
Location: Megenagna MCH Centre, Addis Ababa
Organization: Marie Stopes International Ethiopia
Position Details:
- Career Level: Junior Level (1-3 years of experience)
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Number of Positions Available: 2
- Application Deadline: October 20, 2024
Experience Required: 1-3 years
About Us
Marie Stopes International Ethiopia is committed to providing high-quality healthcare services. We invite you to explore our open positions and join our dedicated team.
JOB SUMMARY
- Under immediate supervision of the Centre Manager/Clinical Head/Manager, the Laboratory Technician undertakes tests of collected specimen, according to the prescription of the health care professional; collects specimen and labels them; handles the laboratory apparatus for testing; ensures the laboratory equipment and reagents are safely kept and are in working conditions all the time; may act as a custodians of laboratory reagents and apparatus and medical supplies.
DUTIES/TASKS
- Collects and labels all specimens and ensures that they are as per the order.
- Undertakes laboratory tests as prescribed by the medical staff.
- Puts the interest of clients / patients above all other considerations and ensures the confidentiality of all cases.
- Handles properly all laboratory instruments / equipment and ensures timely reporting of mechanical failures.
- Ensures proper receipt, storage, safe keep, utilization and regular replenishment of enough stocks of required lab supplies by pre-establishing reorder level.
- Maintains proper, up-to-date and orderly daily records of laboratory tests in the registration book and ensures their readily availability for reference and inspection.
- Receives laboratory reagents by checking and ensuring the date of expiry.
- Renders proper training to technicians and / or assistants, as deemed necessary.
- Ensures the maintenance of a high level of standard.
- Avails himself/herself to regular stock taking as and when required.
- Prepares and submits monthly and / or annual laboratory and stock reports, as deemed necessary.
- Ensures proper storage handling, and issuance of drugs, office supplies and other store items as per MSIE Store management procedures.
- Receives, stores, tags and tracks store Items, prepares property lists and Keep Separate register of all store Items.
- Maintains the store records area, and storage area in a neat and orderly manner.
- Receives and inspects all incoming materials and reconciles with receipts or Issue Vouchers.
- Performs related tasks as required.
About You
Qualification Requirements
Education
- Diploma as lab technician
Experience
- Two years’ experience
Skills, Attitudes and Attributes
- Strong understanding of laboratory techniques and equipment maintenance.
- Meticulous in performing tests and managing inventory to ensure accuracy and reliability.
- Ability to maintain an orderly laboratory and storeroom environment.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills for reporting results and coordinating with staff.
- Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and resolve inventory discrepancies.
- Collaborative approach to working with laboratory staff and other departments.
- Flexibility to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant laboratory environment. Good recording practice
- Pro-choice
Required Skills
Oral and written communication
Time management
Microsoft Office Pack: Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, Outlook, Powerpoint
Attention to detail
Acute care
How To Apply
We invite candidates meeting the required qualifications to download and fill the job application form from
https://mariestopes.org.et/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2022/06/MSIE-Job-Application-Form.pdf and