Medical Technologist (Lab)-Roving

Job Description

Title: Medical Technologist (Lab)-Roving

Company Name: Friendship

Vacancy: 1

Age: At least 22 years

Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• At least 3 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Hospital, NGO

• Diploma in Medical Technology in (Laboratory) from a recognized Institute of Health Technology (IHT).

• At least 3 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Hospital, NGO

• Age At least 22 years

• Excellent communication skills and a strong willingness to learn and develop professional competencies.

• Flexibility, strong commitment, and motivation to work in remote and hard-to-reach locations, particularly riverine areas.

• Sound knowledge of computer operations, particularly Microsoft Office applications, with good typing skills.

• Willingness and ability to perform roving duties and work across different floating hospitals and locations as required of the project.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine laboratory operations, including sample collection, specimen processing, diagnostic testing, and timely delivery of test reports in accordance with established protocols.

• Manage laboratory stocks, including reagents, chemicals, consumables, and other supplies, ensuring proper storage, inventory control, and timely requisition.

• Conduct periodic quality control (QC) checks of laboratory equipment and instruments to ensure accuracy, reliability, and proper functionality.

• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and ensure compliance with quality assurance standards, infection prevention and control (IPC) protocols, and biosafety procedures.

• Maintain accurate records of laboratory tests, sample collection, test results, quality control activities, equipment maintenance, and stock movements.

Activities:

1. Laboratory Operations and Patient Care

• Maintain the daily patient register for pathology services accurately and systematically.

• Verify patient identity, correct procedure/test, before performing any procedure or test, in accordance with established patient safety protocols.

• Draw blood, collect urine, sputum, stool, and other specimens as required, following standard specimen collection, labeling, handling, and transportation procedures.

• Ensure that all laboratory service entries, test results, and reports are accurately recorded in the designated software.

• Ensure timely preparation and delivery of laboratory reports to patients or authorized personnel.

• Immediately report critical or significantly abnormal test results to the supervisor or responsible medical personnel and keep record in the register.

• Maintain accurate records of laboratory tests, specimens, results, and other relevant departmental activities.

2. Technical Responsibilities

• Perform periodic quality control (QC) checks of laboratory equipment and instruments to ensure accuracy, reliability, and proper functionality.

• Prepare monthly and quarterly requisitions for laboratory reagents, chemicals, stationery, consumables, and other necessary supplies.

• Inform the Hospital Manager promptly of equipment malfunctions and maintain an updated equipment downtime register, including the duration of downtime and actions taken.

• Prepare and submit monthly laboratory activity reports to the designated management team.

• Maintain daily quality checklists and temperature monitoring records, ensuring proper documentation and availability for review and submission.

• Ensure proper storage, handling, and inventory management of laboratory reagents, chemicals, and consumables.

• Perform any other duties assigned by the Line Manager in line with the position's responsibilities and organizational requirements.

3. Quality Assurance and Infection Prevention and Control

• Maintain the cleanliness, hygiene, and proper functioning of the laboratory, specimen collection room as assigned.

• Implement and monitor infection prevention and control (IPC) practices in accordance with organizational protocols and applicable guidelines.

• Ensure appropriate segregation, handling, storage, and disposal of infectious, biohazardous, and general waste in accordance with established waste management and IPC guidelines.

• Maintain appropriate sterilization, disinfection, and biosafety practices to minimize the risk of cross-contamination and ensure a safe working environment.

• Adhere to established laboratory quality assurance procedures and promptly report any deviations, safety concerns, or quality-related issues.

4. Patient Care and Communication

• Demonstrate empathy, respect, and professionalism when interacting with patients during specimen collection and other laboratory procedures.

• Explain the purpose and process of relevant procedures to patients in clear, understandable language and address their concerns appropriately.

• Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure respectful handling of patient information and test results.

5. Departmental Management and Accountability

• To take responsibility for the cleanliness, organization, safety, and day-to-day management of the assigned service area, including its equipment, supplies, records, and working environment.

• Ensure the availability and proper maintenance of laboratory equipment, supplies, registers, and documentation within the assigned area.

• Report operational challenges, equipment issues, stock shortages, and other concerns to the designated supervisor in a timely manner.

6. Additional Responsibilities

• Demonstrate flexibility to perform roving duty and the ability to work effectively in different ships in different locations, including riverine areas.

• Comply with organizational policies, safeguarding requirements, professional standards, and the Code of Conduct.

Read Before Apply

Please note that applications via any other method will not be considered. "FRIENDSHIP is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and adults, and employees, Donors, visiting Doctors, visiting Journalists, visitors, beneficiaries, including communities where we work and volunteers/interns. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation - regardless of age, race, religion, and gender, status as an individual with a disability or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment policy and procedure fully include background checks and disclosure of criminal records in order to ensure safeguarding. FRIENDSHIP is an equal opportunity employer and will do everything possible to ensure that those who are suitable to work within our values and beliefs are recruited to work for us. Any personal persuasion will result in a disqualification of candidature". The photograph must be enclosed with the resume.

• Salary Review: Yearly
• Festival Bonus: 2