Medical Laboratory Technologist - Point of Care Testing (Contract)

Tan Tock Seng Hospital; Santo Niño 1st; On-site; PHP 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Tan Tock Seng Hospital is seeking a detail-oriented laboratory professional to oversee Point-of-Care Testing operations across the hospital. You will ensure POCT devices run smoothly, monitor data flow to LIS and EMR, and collaborate with staff and vendors to resolve issues.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in a related field, have at least 2 years in clinical labs (Biochemistry/Haematology), and can lead training, audits, and accreditation preparations while maintaining quality and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Laboratory Medicine or related field.
• At least 2 years of experience as Medical Laboratory Technologist in Biochemistry and/or Haematology in a clinical lab.
• POCT experience is a strong advantage.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and communicate clearly with stakeholders at all levels.
• Willingness to train others and contribute to accreditation efforts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee smooth operations of POCT devices across the hospital.
• Monitor POCT data transmission to LIS and EMR.
• Plan and implement interfaces for POCT devices (interfaced/non-interfaced).
• Liaise with staff and external vendors to resolve POCT issues.
• Set up new POCT sites with relevant parties.

Skills

POCT operations

Data management

Quality assurance

Training delivery

Stakeholder communication

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Laboratory Medicine or related field

Tools

LIS/Lab Information System

Job description

Company description:

Tan Tock Seng Hospital

Job description:

Responsibilities

Are you a detail-oriented laboratory professional looking to make a meaningful impact beyond the bench? Join our dynamic laboratory team and play a pivotal role in ensuring that Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) across our hospital is accurate, reliable, and always ready when patients need it most.

Your roles and duties will be :

1. Responsible for the smooth and efficient operations of the POCT devices in the hospital

• Monitors the POCT centralised data managers and connectivity between POCT devices and the Lab Information System (LIS).
• Ensures that all POCT data is successfully and accurately transmitted to the Lab Information System (LIS), and to Hospital's Electronic Medical Record System.
• Plans & builds for both interfaced and non-interfaced devices.
• Assist to liaise with relevant staff (internal and external) to resolve POCT issues.
• Assists to setup new POCT sites together with relevant parties (vendors & users)

1. Maintain quality assurance and quality programs in the Lab:

• Monitors and tracks POCT Quality Indicators (QI).

• Conducts regular internal quality audit of all POCT sites to ensure compliance to main laboratory standards.
• Performs device evaluation and basic setup prior to passing devices to the sites.
• Trains POCT key operators on device and workflow competency, to meet standard requirements accordingly.

1. Support the department in operational and administrative matters.

• Assists with accreditation/licensing inspections by government agencies (e.g. MOH) and accrediting agencies (e.g. CAP)

• Follows up on inspection and audit reports of all POCT sites to ensure corrective actions have been implemented satisfactorily and all outstanding issues closed.
• Updates all sites where POCT is performed on matters related to accreditation requirements.

Working schedule for this role will be office hours, Monday to Friday with alternate Saturdays(AM).

Candidates with extensive and relevant experience will be considered for senior roles.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree or higher in Laboratory Medicine, Clinical Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Technology, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or an equivalent qualification is preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist in Biochemistry and/or Haematology within a clinical laboratory setting. Prior POCT experience is a strong advantage.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast paced environment
• Communicates clearly and confidently with stakeholders at all levels, from clinical staff to external vendors
• Organised and meticulous, with the ability to manage multiple priorities across different sites within the hospital
• Collaborative team player with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Able to train and guide others effectively