United States Embassy Kampala Jobs – Laboratory Technologist

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Organisation: United States Embassy, US Mission in Uganda
Vacancy Number: 002/2014
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Foreign Service Health Practitioner (FSHP) and the Regional Medical
Laboratory Scientist (RMLS)
About US
Embassy in Uganda:
The United States has enjoyed diplomatic relations
with Uganda for over 30 years.  Ambassador
Scott H. DeLisi currently heads the U.S Mission to Uganda.  The Mission is composed of several offices
and organizations all working under the auspices of the Embassy and at the
direction of the Ambassador.
Job Summary: The Medical Laboratory Technician will provide a full range of
professional clinical laboratory services. 
Those services will include, but are not limited to: phlebotomy,
accepting and analyzing specimens, performing the required laboratory tests,
maintenance of laboratory equipment, performance of quality assurance and
quality control procedures and procurement of laboratory supplies. In addition
this position will be responsible for implementing a post wide water quality
monitoring program, cafeteria inspections and training of domestic
staff/cafeteria workers in safe food practices.
Qualifications,
Skills and Experience:
NOTE:  All applicants
must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and
comprehensive information supporting each item.
The applicant should either possess a;
  • A bachelor’s degree in
    medical laboratory sciences, biomedical laboratory technology, clinical
    laboratory science, chemistry, physical or biological science from a
    recognized institution. 
  • Registration with the
    medical council or the allied health professions council is required.
OR
  • Have completed two years’
    of university studies in medical laboratory sciences, biomedical
    laboratory technology, clinical laboratory science, chemistry, physical or
    biological science from a recognized institution. 
  • Registration with the
    medical council or the allied health professions council is required. 
Possess at least:
  • Two years’ experience as
    a medical clinical laboratory as a generalist in a clinical/hospital
    laboratory setting is required.
OR
  • Three years of full time
    work in a medical clinical laboratory as a generalist in a
    clinical/hospital laboratory setting is required.
Language Proficiency:  Level III (Good Working Knowledge)
Speaking/Reading/Writing in English is required.
  • Excellent working knowledge
    of skills to perform both routine and complex laboratory testing in the
    areas of hematology, urinalysis, chemistry, microbiology, serology,
    immunology, blood banking, and parasitology. 
  • Proficiency in specimen
    collection and phlebotomy are essential. 
  • Familiarity and
    understanding of the U.S. laboratory standards of testing and quality
    assurance practices as defined by the CLIA ’88. 
  • Ability to work
    independently with only telephone consultations with the RMLS.  Applicant must have a good understanding
    of General Anatomy, Medical Terminology, and Laboratory Science. 
  • Possess prior knowledge
    of laboratory equipment used in performing a variety of laboratory tests
    and skill in performing preventive maintenance and troubleshooting/repair
    on laboratory equipment. 
  • The position requires
    strong interpersonal skills and a client-oriented disposition.
  • Ability to use
    specialized laboratory equipment. 
  • Ability to use Microsoft
    Office Suite. 
  • Ability to explain
    complex medical information to his/her peers as well as a lay
    audience. 
  • Excellent problem solving
    skills that allow for the maintenance and trouble-shooting of complex
    medical equipment and data management skills.
  • Ability to take direction
    and also work independently.
How to Apply:
All those interested in working with the US mission in
Kampala should send their applications and strictly adhere to the following:
  • Universal Application for
    Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174) Download
    it Here    .
  • A current resume or
    curriculum vitae.
  • Candidates who claim US
    Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their
    application.  Candidates who claim
    conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming
    eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
  • Any other documentation
    (e.g. essays, transcripts/certificates, awards) that addresses the
    qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
Submit Application To:
Human Resources Office
By email at KampalaHR@state.gov.
NB: Only electronic submissions will be accepted and only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
Please clearly indicate the position applied for in
the subject area of the email submission.
Please use standard file types such as Microsoft Word
(.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) and please send all documents in one file
attachment.
Telephone: 
0414-306001/259-791/5
Deadline: 10th
April, 2014
The US Mission in Kampala provides equal opportunity
and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to
race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political
affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.  The Department of State also strives to
achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through
continuing diversity enhancement programs.

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