Microbiology Lab Scientist — Quality, Tech & Training

KPJ Healthcare Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 45,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Healthcare Berhad, a leading private healthcare provider in Malaysia, seeks dedicated laboratory personnel to ensure timely testing, reporting, and quality control across its service lines. The role involves operating and maintaining instruments, ensuring LIS compliance, and supporting new service implementations.

Candidate will assist in policy, quality assurance, and cost control while providing data for quality improvement reports.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and efficient delivery of laboratory services, including specimen testing, reporting, and quality control.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and analyzers.
• Ensure proficiency in laboratory techniques and adherence to Laboratory Information System (LIS) protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness, ensure adequate supplies, and support new service implementations.
• Assist in policy documentation, quality assurance, and cost control.
• Collect and provide accurate statistical data, including quality improvement and antibiogram reports.
• Support the Laboratory Manager in ensuring efficient service delivery and compliance with safety protocols.
• Perform additional duties assigned by management.
• Stay updated on diagnostic techniques and maintain personal competency through continuous learning.
• Assist in training, mentoring, and evaluating junior staff.
• Contributes to planning and conducting orientation and training programs.
• Ensure adherence to ISO 9001 and ISO 15189 standards and maintain related records.
• Promote and comply with safety practices, including proper handling of hazardous materials and waste management.
• Participate in risk management, HIRARC, 5S, and environmental sustainability initiatives.
• Maintain proper hand hygiene and uphold organizational standards (e.g., KPJ Way).
• Exercise limited decision-making authority within established policies and procedures. Significant clinical and managerial issues must be escalated to management.

Job description

KPJ Healthcare Berhad, a leading private healthcare provider in Malaysia, seeks dedicated laboratory personnel to ensure timely testing, reporting, and quality control across its service lines. The role involves operating and maintaining instruments, ensuring LIS compliance, and supporting new service implementations.

Candidate will assist in policy, quality assurance, and cost control while providing data for quality improvement reports.