Laboratory Senior Technologist

Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Laboratory Senior Technologist to oversee operations in a dynamic laboratory environment. This role involves performing lab tests, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science, relevant certification, and a passion for patient care. Join a team dedicated to enriching patient experiences through compassion and professionalism. If you are ready to take your career to the next level in a supportive and innovative medical group, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science is required.
• Four years of relevant experience in laboratory settings.

Responsibilities

• Monitor laboratory operations and ensure quality control.
• Perform lab tests and maintain equipment as needed.
• Train staff and promote healthy working relationships.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Team Leadership

Quality Control

Equipment Maintenance

Patient Education

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Medical Laboratory Science

Tools

Automated Laboratory Equipment

Manual Laboratory Techniques

Job description

Responsible for monitoring the operation in assigned laboratory section both technical and work organizational concerns in the area.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities:

• Perform competently lab tests with the use of automated and manual techniques.
• Assist in training staff, leading a professional skilled team.
• Create and promote healthy working relationships.
• Advise phlebotomists and receptionists on appropriate specimen collecting conditions and any information that helps in optimizing the analytical process.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly equipment maintenance, perform troubleshooting whenever needed, and keep spare parts of the machines always available.
• Coordinate with biomedical engineers for scheduled preventive maintenance and in cases of machine breakdown.
• Perform the calibration of the machines and instruct the staff in the section about the correct procedures.
• Apply Internal Quality Control (IQC), as needed or instructed by the manufacturer, and External Quality Control (EQC) Program as required by national or international accreditation organizations.
• Organize the filling and archiving of IQC and EQC results for ultimate consultation and inspection.
• Verify the accuracy of patients' abnormal results and report them to the immediate supervisor or Laboratory Director before final release.
• Monitor the systematic recording of laboratory results in the assigned area.
• Participate in writing, reviewing, and implementing Internal Policy and Procedure (IPP), forms, and any documentation to achieve technical parts of the laboratory according to local and international laboratory standards.
• Prepare the working schedule for the hematology staff to ensure optimal presence as needed by the workload.
• Participate in preparing reagents and materials orders, in coordination with the laboratory supervisor.
• Control necessary stock levels of reagents and materials to ensure at least two (2) months of consumption.
• Participate in continuing medical education to enhance professional knowledge and competency.
• Participate in person-centered care initiatives undertaken by HMG.
• Enrich patient experience with compassion, respect, and dignity.
• Provide patient and family education as needed.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the Immediate Supervisor or Laboratory Director.

Job Purpose / Objective:

Responsible for monitoring the operation in the assigned laboratory section, addressing both technical and organizational concerns.

Education / Professional Qualification:

• Educational: Bachelor’s Degree
• Professional: Medical Laboratory Science

Experience:

• Four (4) years of experience in the same specialty.
• Two (2) years working in HMG laboratory as a technician is an advantage.

Professional Licensing / Certification / Training:

• Certification: Relevant certification
• Licensing: Saudi Council

Company Industry:

• Medical
• Medical Devices

Department / Functional Area:

• Doctor
• Nurse
• Paramedics
• Medical Research

Keywords:

• Laboratory Senior Technologist