Medical Laboratory Technologist: Precision Diagnostics & Patient Care

Columbia Asia Hospital - Taiping; Taiping; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Asia Hospital - Taiping is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform analytical, microscopic and manual laboratory tests for diagnosis. The role includes receiving and processing patient samples, ensuring quality control, and maintaining equipment and records.

The ideal candidate holds a degree or diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or Biomedical Sciences, with a valid practicing certificate where applicable and proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology / Biomedical Sciences.
• Valid annual practicing certificate where applicable.
• Understand staining techniques, culture methods, sterilization methods and techniques.
• Has a basic knowledge of various fields of specialty of laboratory work.
• Have good command in both English and Bahasa Malaysia (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Receive blood, urine, stool, tissue or other bodily fluids for lab analysis.
• Collect blood samples from patients with aseptic technique.
• Perform calibration procedures and verify QC values before analysis.
• Determine acceptability of and prepare samples for analysis.
• Perform biochemical, haematology, microscopic and bacteriologic tests.
• Analyze samples and evaluate reliability of results based on age, gender and criteria.
• Maintain and document routine maintenance of equipment; arrange repairs.
• Place orders for reagents and supplies to avoid excess inventory.
• Record laboratory results and may engage in research and technical activities.
• Transcribe materials, file and maintain pathology and clinical laboratory files.
• Process, type, test and store blood samples as needed.
• Attend meetings and participate in seminars as directed.
• Assist to prepare written documentation and file as required.
• Maintain department records, reports and files.
• Participate in proficiency surveys and continuing education.
• Train and orient new staff and provide technical guidance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Follow safety protocols to prevent contamination and exposure to chemicals.

Skills

Observation skills

Communication

Ethics

Education

Medical Laboratory Technology / Biomedical Sciences diploma/degree

Job description

Columbia Asia Hospital - Taiping is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform analytical, microscopic and manual laboratory tests for diagnosis. The role includes receiving and processing patient samples, ensuring quality control, and maintaining equipment and records.

The ideal candidate holds a degree or diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology or Biomedical Sciences, with a valid practicing certificate where applicable and proficiency in English and Bahasa Malaysia.