Job Title: Laboratory Coordinator
Organisation: Care Uganda
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Care IHK formerly International Hospital Kampala (IHK) is a tertiary, multi-specialty hospital that lays its foundation on a ‘Patient first’ ideology. It has been known for delivering leading-edge healthcare to cater for the changing needs of the growing populace and is the epitome of medical innovations and quality healthcare that offers easy connectivity and accessibility to patients from all over the East African region.
Job Summary: Manages laboratory operations across C-Care IMC, ensuring high-quality diagnostic services, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. Oversees laboratory staff, test accuracy, and equipment maintenance.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Laboratory Operations & Quality Assurance
- Oversee daily operations of diagnostic and IMC laboratories in the upcountry.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 15189:2022 and international/national lab accreditation standards.
- Monitor laboratory workflows to optimize turnaround time and service efficiency.
- Implement quality assurance and control programs for reliable test results.
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure strict adherence to biosafety and biosecurity regulations.
- Oversee the laboratory internal audits and prepare for external lab inspections.
- Oversee the Development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for laboratory compliance.
- Work with medical teams to ensure accurate and timely diagnostic services.
- Equipment Management.
- Monitor reagent usage and laboratory supply chain efficiency.
- Implement data-driven lab management systems for improved efficiency.
Financial & Business Performance
- Strengthen budgeting strategies to optimize Uganda’s lab resource utilization.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
- Oversee laboratory billing and revenue cycle management.
- Expand specialized diagnostic services to increase revenue streams.
Uganda Laboratory Staff Development
- Oversight of team of medical technologists and lab technicians.
- Ensure continuous training programs for laboratory staff.
- Foster a culture of safety, accuracy, and Laboratory excellence.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science.
- Management Training.
- Knowledge in ISO 15189:2022, Laboratory Quality Management, or CAP Accreditation is preferred.
- 5+ years in clinical laboratory operations and diagnostic service leadership.
- Experience managing multi-site laboratory operations and accreditation processes.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and Interested applicants should apply online at the link below.
Deadline: 17th May 2026
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Level of Education: bachelor degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60