Laboratory Technique Specialist (207620)

Nahdi Medical Co.; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nahdi Medical Co. seeks a qualified Laboratory Technician to perform routine clinical laboratory tests across hematology, chemistry, immunology, microbiology, immunology and coagulation.

You will apply basic laboratory skills gained after graduation and support quality control, data processing and reporting within a hospital laboratory. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Medical Science (laboratory section) and about 2 years of practical experience, with fluency in English and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Applied medical science (laboratory section) required.
• 2 years of practical experience following graduation.
• Experience with Office & Health Information System is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine clinical laboratory tests in hematology, chemistry, immunohematology, microbiology, immunology and coagulation.
• Conduct pre-analytical processing and equipment checks.
• Maintain quality control and safety standards in the laboratory.
• Prepare reports of findings and communicate critical results to medical staff.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Applied medical science (laboratory section)

Job description

Job Description

Perform routine clinical laboratory tests done in hematology, chemistry, immunohematology, microbiology, immunology and coagulation. He/she will have gained basic laboratory skills required for entry-level positions in these and other emerging laboratory fields, such as molecular diagnostics. Also, perform some responsibilities related to information processing, training and quality control within the laboratory.

Accountabilities

• Receives blood and body fluid samples at the lab reception and starts the pre-analytical processing of the samples.
• Performs daily checks on equipment to ensure its safety and correct operability.
• Performs all analytical processes on the hematology, biochemistry, serology and hormone lab machines.
• Performs daily quality control tests on regents
• Analyzes blood cells by counting and identifying cells, using microscopic techniques and procedures.
• Performs microscopic preparation and examination of urine and stools.
• Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Conserves laboratory resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Informs medical staff of critical test results.
• Prepares reports of technological findings by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control and hazardous waste policies and procedures.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects the hospital by keeping information confidential.

The employee’s duties are not limited to the above-mentioned accountabilities. The manager can assign other duties based on the business need.

Work Environment

• Indoors: 100%
• Outdoors: 0%
• Working Days: 6 Working Days
• Days off: 1 Days Off
• Working Hours: 8 net working hours according to shift schedule approved by head of department.

Job Requirement

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Applied medical science (laboratory section)

Experience

• 2 years of practical experience following graduation.

Computer Skills

• Office & Health Information System

Languages

• English and Arabic (fluent speaking and writing)