Medical Technologist (HPC/MDT 1) - PMH

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma in Medical Technology from an accredited institution plus completion of the prescribed period of internship. 
• Two (2) years working experience 
• Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND SPECIALISED TECHNIQUES:

• Knowledge of the fundamentals of clinical Chemistry, Microbiology, Histopathology, Haematology, Blood Banking and Cytology. 
• Knowledge of standard laboratory techniques and procedures. 
• Knowledge of the care and preservation of specimens. 
• Knowledge of the care and maintenance of laboratory equipment. 
• Ability to accurately perform standard laboratory procedures, and to observe results.
• Ability to recognize human tissue and fluids. 
• Skill in operating laboratory equipment and apparatus. 
• Skill in collecting specimens efficiently and painlessly. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Receives samples, records description, prepares slides, stain tissues, makes microscopic examinations. Prepares bacteriological media to be used in propagating cultures. 
• Prepares simple reagents for use in clinical laboratory tests. 
• Cultivates pathologic bacteria and other microorganisms for detection and identification of diseases such as Typhoid, Cholera, Tuberculosis, Diphtheria. 
• Takes blood samples, carries out a qualitative screen of all blood serum, performs tests to identify abnormalities such as sickle cell, Anaemia, Coagulation disorders, Hypertension and Diabetes.
• Prepare films of blood to determine white blood cells differential cell count. Identifies blood groups.
• Prepare serological samples to provide qualitative and quantitative analysis of antibodies to specific diseases. 
• Maintain files of tests completed and maintain laboratory equipment. 

WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR RESPONDING, HOWEVER, ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.