Reports to: Head Laboratory Department

ABOUT WASHINGTON HEALTHCARE 

Founded in 2015, Washington Healthcare PLC has emerged as Ethiopia's premier healthcare provider, operating two medical centers with 80 beds, two pharmacies, and a diagnostic center with over 300 healthcare professionals serving more than 2 million patients. We combine cutting-edge technology with Washington State's healthcare expertise to deliver exceptional care to both local communities and international patients through our commitment to accessibility, excellence, and innovation.

The Medical Laboratory Technologist is responsible for performing a wide range of laboratory tests and procedures to support the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and prevention of diseases. The role involves specimen collection and processing, laboratory analysis, quality control, equipment maintenance, result reporting, and collaboration with healthcare professionals to ensure accurate, reliable, and timely laboratory services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Clinical Duties:
  • Perform laboratory testing and analysis in accordance with established procedures, quality standards, and safety protocols.
  • Conduct laboratory examinations in areas including Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Serology, Immunology, Blood Bank, Molecular Diagnostics, Parasitology, and Urinalysis as assigned.
  • Collect, receive, verify, label, process, and prepare patient specimens for testing and analysis.
  • Ensure proper handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of specimens according to laboratory standards.
  • Operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment.
  • Verify and validate laboratory test results before reporting and promptly communicate critical values according to established protocols.
  • Perform internal quality control procedures and participate in external quality assessment programs.
  • Identify abnormal results and escalate concerns to supervisors or pathologists as appropriate.
  • Ensure compliance with biosafety, infection prevention, and laboratory safety requirements.
  • Maintain accuracy, reliability, and confidentiality of patient information and laboratory data.
• Administrative Duties:
  • Maintain accurate, complete, and timely laboratory records, worksheets, quality control logs, equipment maintenance records, and test reports.
  • Document and report laboratory findings in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor laboratory inventory and ensure the availability of reagents, consumables, and laboratory supplies.
  • Participate in procurement planning and stock management activities.
  • Ensure proper utilization and maintenance of laboratory equipment and promptly report malfunctions.
  • Adhere to laboratory policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), accreditation requirements, and quality management systems.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives, laboratory audits, proficiency testing, and accreditation activities.
  • Assist in maintaining laboratory cleanliness, organization, and biosafety compliance.
• Educational Duties:
  • Provide technical guidance and support to laboratory staff, interns, students, and trainees as assigned.
  • Participate in continuing professional development, competency assessments, and training programs.
  • Support implementation of new laboratory technologies, methodologies, and testing procedures.
  • Stay updated with current laboratory practices, scientific advancements, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
  • Participate in laboratory meetings, case discussions, and quality review activities.