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Job Title:   Laboratory Assistant (Fresher Jobs)

Organisation: International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Duty Station: Kiryandongo, Uganda

About the Company:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities which support them, as well as those who remain within their homes and communities. At work today in over 40 countries and 25 U.S. cities, we improve outcomes in the areas of health, safety, economic wellbeing, education, and power.

Job Summary:   Carry out routine and specialized laboratory investigations for the diagnosis, treatment, and control of diseases.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collect, receive, evaluate, and process various biological specimen for analysis.
• Perform laboratory tests accurately and in a timely manner to produce reliable test results.
• Review and verify test results, confirm panic values and abnormal results before release to clinicians.
• Maintain and keep updated records of all laboratory samples and results transported collected, investigations and procedures performed, and results generated and delivered.
• Correctly operate equipment/instruments, perform routine function checks, troubleshoot if unacceptable and document corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established specifications.
• Maintain a safe and tidy work area and follow safety procedures.
• Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies and document procedural calibrations and maintenance activities.
• Participate in External Quality Assessment schemes and ensure proficiency test panels are handled in the same manner as routine (patient) samples.
• Order supplies, update stock cards and maintain an inventory of all equipment and reagents.
• Promptly report and document all laboratory-related accidents (injuries and exposures) and unsafe conditions to the immediate supervisor.
• Participate in laboratory departmental meetings, trainings, supervisions, orientations, and audits as may be required. Undertake such work as permitted to you effectively and efficiently, in compliance with approved guidelines.
• Work flexible hours according to the laboratory requirements, as decided by management.
• Effectively communicate in a friendly, helpful and non-prejudicial manner in your dealings with laboratory customers.
• Observe privacy and maintain confidentiality on matters pertaining to patients and staff and must only be discussed in the course of your duty.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• A Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology from a recognizable institution.
• Must be registered with Allied Health Professional Council with a valid practicing license.
• At least 2 years’ experience working at a recognized health facility.
• Basic knowledge of performing quality controls and quality assurance.
• Knowledge of good laboratory practice.
• Good written and verbal communication or interpersonal skills is a must.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online at the link below

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Deadline: 25th October 2024

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