Laboratory Technician

Performs routine and non-routine laboratory tests in an assigned specialization such as chemistry, hematology, microbiology, or blood bank; maintenance, calibration of analyzers and applying quality assurance measures; preparation of reagents; maintains clinical records in relation to activities carried out; and perform related work as required. · Perform manual, semi-automated and fully automated laboratory investigations accurately and efficiently. · Responsible for sample receipt, numbering and data entry on to the computer system. use own judgment to identify, action and report mislabeled or mislaid specimens, unsuitable sample or process failure. · Supports quality control processes. · Participate in the day to day management of stock control and usage. · Assist in the introduction of new techniques. · Follow oral and written instructions. · Clean and maintain equipment to achieve the optimum instrument performance and maintain a clean and safe working environment. · Report any equipment faults to Senior Technologist/Supervisor. · Participate in processing samples for Research and Development and equipment testing. · Maintains records on such matters as tests performed, test results, methods, materials and procedures used, and inventory records. · Records test results / maintain integrity, accuracy of laboratory data. · Be able to record test results on the computer and manual systems in accordance with agreed standard operating procedures. · Complete incident forms where appropriate. · Support less experienced and other staff where required and demonstrates own work.

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