Laboratory Assistants at Imo International Health Systems

Imo International Health Systems is a provider of health services with the goal of enhancing the wellbeing of all individuals. We focus on reducing the healthcare risk of the community by providing quality services for the sick and encouraging preventive behaviors. Imo International Health Systems is a chain of hospitals that is established based on Public Private Partnership between Imo State Government of Nigeria and International Quality Healthcare Consulting LLC, a USA based healthcare organization.

Are you seeking a life changing career to meet the Healthcare needs of the great people of Imo State? Imo Health System is coming to town and we are inviting qualified professionals and support staff to become part of the change by applying for the vacant position below:

Job Title: Laboratory Assistant

Locations: Ikeduru, Ideto South and Okigwe Imo Health Systems
Report to: Laboratory Scientists/Technologist

Job Summary

• The laboratory assistant is responsible for assisting the technologists in testing and maintenance of equipment.
• The technician also receives and transport samples.

Responsibilities

• Keeping laboratory supplies ready by managing inventorying and placing orders
• Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions
• Troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Documents information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
• Resolves problems by examining and evaluating data as well as selecting corrective steps.
• Completing projects by assisting project team;
• Attending and participating in group and project meetings.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Calibrating equipment
• Receiving and transporting samples

Basic Qualifications

• The individual must have minimum of a National Diploma in Science and Lab Technology, Bio-Chemistry, Micro-Biology or other related courses.
• The individual must be computer literate

Other Qualifications:

• Strong written, verbal, and communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Good attention to detail
• Knowledge of the principles of biochemistry
• Knowledge of the principles of microbiology
• Productive and quality focused
• Drive to continue learning throughout career

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Job Applications and CV's to: [email protected] indicating their preferred location in the Job Application or Cover letter.
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