Microbiology Medical Laboratory Technologist

About the role

NHG is hiring a Medical Laboratory Technologist in Microbiology. The role involves analysing patient specimens such as blood, urine, other body fluids and tissue for diagnosis, prevention, prognosis and treatment of disease. The technologist supports Junior Medical Laboratory Technologists, Senior Medical Laboratory Scientists and pathologists through the total test process (pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical).

Key responsibilities

• Perform, verify and validate testing of patient specimens.
• Calibrate, validate and maintain laboratory analysers and other equipment, and carry out quality control including point-of-care testing devices where applicable.
• Test specimens from quality assurance programme surveys and maintain inventory using lean management practices.
• Review patient history and determine the reason for blood draws, then prepare and label specimens for transport.
• Ensure specimen processing follows protocols, accreditation standards and regulatory requirements.
• Train, assess competency and supervise junior technologists, medical technologists and phlebotomists, and coordinate their induction.
• Receive specimens, enter orders and perform other laboratory duties as assigned.
• Follow hospital procedures, take part in quality improvement programmes and complete continuing education.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical science or equivalent, or a diploma with relevant experience and competency.
• At least two years of experience in a clinical laboratory.
• An ASCPi certificate is preferred.
• Ability to work shifts and long hours on your feet, and exposure to biological and chemical hazards.

Required skills

• Problem-solving, multi-tasking and teamwork.
• Knowledge of laboratory analysers and quality control.