Job Title: Laboratory
Technician
Technician
Organization: AMREF
Reports to: Clinical Officer
Duty Station: Wakiso, Uganda
About AMREF:
AMREF is the largest indigenous health development non-governmental
organization based in Africa. Working with and through African communities,
health systems and governments, AMREF aims to close the gap that prevents
people from accessing their basic right to health. AMREF is headquartered in
Nairobi, and has programmes in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Southern
Sudan, South Africa and West Africa. Employing over 800 staff and with an annual
operating budget of approximately $70 million, AMREF is a knowledge resource
for donors and partners. For more information visit our website www.amref.org
organization based in Africa. Working with and through African communities,
health systems and governments, AMREF aims to close the gap that prevents
people from accessing their basic right to health. AMREF is headquartered in
Nairobi, and has programmes in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Southern
Sudan, South Africa and West Africa. Employing over 800 staff and with an annual
operating budget of approximately $70 million, AMREF is a knowledge resource
for donors and partners. For more information visit our website www.amref.org
Job Summary: The Laboratory Technician will carry out laboratory
investigations for disease diagnosis, treatment, prevention and control
specifically for HIV for eligibility for circumcision.
investigations for disease diagnosis, treatment, prevention and control
specifically for HIV for eligibility for circumcision.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Responsible for
collection and handling of laboratory specimens - Analyzing and
interpreting laboratory test results and submit reports - Liaising with SMC team
in the preparation of patients for laboratory test. - Requisitioning and
accounting for laboratory materials and sundries. - Maintaining laboratory
register for all clients using the services - Maintaining an
inventory of the laboratory equipment and ensure their functionality. - Enforcing safety and
quality control measures in the laboratory. - Participating in
research activities
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Possess a diploma in
medical laboratory or its equivalent form a recognized institution. - Be registered and
licenced with the allied health professional’s council.
How to Apply:
All candidates should send an updated CV including three professional
referees and cover letter to the: Human Resources Manager, AMREF Uganda by
e-mail to [email protected] .Emails should not exceed 2MB.
referees and cover letter to the: Human Resources Manager, AMREF Uganda by
e-mail to [email protected] .Emails should not exceed 2MB.
NB: Only short-listed candidates will be
contacted.
contacted.
AMREF is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking
environment policy.
environment policy.
Deadline: Friday 18th October 2013
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