Medical Laboratory Scientist (Specialty Microbiology) at Chem Health and Diagnostics Centre

Chem Health and Diagnostics Centre is a technologically driven world-class medical testing facility that offers a wide range of medical laboratory and radio diagnostic testing. We provide timely, accurate and reliable results to our patients, giving them health assurance.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist (Specialty Microbiology)

Location: Abuja

Job Overview and Duties

• Collects, processes, and handles blood and other biological specimens according to established procedures
• Experienced in culture, biochemical testing and sensitivity and preparation of culture media.
• Skilled in microbial staining and identification of microbes
• Ability to identify organisms via microscope
• Conducts quantitative and qualitative chemical analyses of body fluids such as blood, urine, and spinal fluid
• Examine and analyze body fluids, tissues and cells
• Conducts blood tests for transfusion purposes
• Develops and maintains cell/tissue cultures for testing purposes, as appropriate; isolates and identifies specimens, using advanced laboratory techniques.
• Performs quality control on test results, ensuring validity and accuracy.
• Performs calibration and troubleshooting on instruments to ensure adherence to established standards of accuracy.
• Skilled in evaluating test results for accuracy
• Keeps records and reports on results according to established procedures.
• Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science with at least two (3) years post NYSC experience as a lab Scientist.
• Must be registered with the Medical Laboratory Council of Nigeria (MLCN), and a holder of a current practicing license.
• Good judgment and decision making skills
• Exceptional Knowledge of Microsoft office Suite
• Understanding of electronic and computerized equipment in laboratories
• Customer orientation and ability to adapt/respond to different types of characters
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time effectively.

Application Closing Date
10th July, 2022.