Medical Technologists

Performs scientific and technical tasks under the general supervision of the LABORATORY DIRECTOR/CHIEF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST. To assist and support the medical professionals' decisions and care in a designated division or department of the Laboratory.

Medical Technologists

FUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES

• · Perform complex laboratory tests in areas such as hematology, chemistry, immunology, microbiology, and molecular diagnostics.
• · Calibrate, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment, including but not limited to automated analyzers, and microscopes.
• Prepare specimens for testing, following strict procedures to prevent contamination according to Standard Operating Procedures daily
• Adhere to quality control standards and laboratory protocols to ensure the reliability of results.
•  Patients report validated, authorized and dispatched daily
• Perform troubleshooting, maintenance, and quality checks on laboratory equipment.
• Monitor and manage the inventory of reagents and laboratory supplies.
• Comply with all safety, health, and environmental regulations in the lab, including the proper disposal of hazardous waste.
• Assist in the development and implementation of new diagnostic procedures or technologies.
• Train and supervise laboratory technicians and support staff as needed
• Staff trained and assessed as set out in the staff/department’s training program/ procedures

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent management and leadership skills, able to motivate and coordinate staff;
• Ability to manage resources;
• Excellent team worker;
• Excellent organizational and planning skills, and the ability to work flexibly to ensure high quality service;
• Ability to work on own initiative and plan/prioritize own workload and without close supervision;
• Ability to work under pressure, maintaining a high level of productivity and self-direction;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Excellent presentation skills;
• Excellent integrity/ethics exercised in the performance of duties;
• Exceptionally strong manual dexterity and comprehensive hand-eye coordination;
• Strong customer service and quality focus skills;
• The capacity to precisely gather, arrange, and interpret both written and numerical data;

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology from a reputable academic institution
• Licensed Medical Technologist with the Council, Professions Supplemental to Medicine (CPSM) in Jamaica.
• Three (3) years of minimum experience and/or supervisory management training
• Extensive knowledge in or expert in one or more of the following disciplines: Haematology, Clinical Chemistry, Microbiology, Immunology. Haematology.
• Training in Laboratory Quality Management Systems and Laboratory Standard (ISO 15189/ISO)
• Knowledge of computer applications and usage. A competitive remuneration package exists for the successful applicant.
• May require shift work, weekends, or holidays depending on the facility’s needs.

Interested persons should send a cover letter and a full resume. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.