TECHNICIAN (LABORATORY)

JOB SUMMARY

The Technician- Laboratory conducts routine tests on blood, body fluids and
other specimens and documents all test results accurately. Uses and maintains
all Clinical Laboratory equipment properly, following established standards
and practices

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receives labels and logs patient specimens including blood, urine, stool, other body fluids, biopsy, cytology and other specimens


• Performs laboratory tests in different laboratory sections as needed for the tests indicated and reports results


• Ensures analysis of the proper specimen and the indicated test procedure for the concerned patient.


• Responsible for centrifuging specimens to separate cells from sediment, serum or supernatant fluids


• Calculates results, records all test results in logbooks, quality control records and documents observations


• Notifies patient care unit and/or physician of all critical test values


• Performs quality control checks maintaining accurate documentation and records


• Requests and orders supplies as necessary to keep materials on hand at all times


• Manages and operates equipment safely and carefully while complying with policies and procedures regarding Department operations, fire, safety, and infection control


• Maintains required records, reports and statistics as per policy


• Handles telephone communications with courtesy, accuracy and respect for confidentiality


• Liaises with other departments, physicians and administration as appropriate, to collaborate in patient care activities


• Implements Ministry of Health rules and regulations, Accreditation Canada, Joint Commission International (JCI) standards related to his/her work area as directed


• Attends departmental committee meetings as required


• Performs all other additional assignments as requested by the Chief Technician, Clinical Pathologist and Clinical Director.

JOB REQUIREMENTS* *

Education :
Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology.

Licensing :
Valid License from Ministry of Health-Kuwait to practice as Medical Laboratory
Technologist

Experience :
‎5 years' experience with ‎3 years in a hospital's Clinical Laboratory

Other Skills

Technical Skills :
Proficiency in handling automated laboratory analyzers in chemistry,
hematology, hormones, blood gas and urine strip analyzers. Knowledge of
quality control methods and statistics

Administrative Skills :
Manual dexterity, good Analytical Judgment and Problem Solving skills; ability
to Work Under Pressure with attention to Detail; Team Player

Soft Skills :
Excellent Communication and Inter-Personal skills

Computer Skills :
MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Internet and Hospital MIS

Language Skills:
Good in written and spoken English.

WORKING CONDITIONS* *

• Works primarily in the hospital laboratory with a risk of exposure to infections, hazardous chemicals, noise, odors and fumes


• May have to work long hours, in shifts and be available on-call to deal with department emergencies.


• Occasionally involves prolonged standing/walking.