Laboratory Technique Specialist (207620)

Nahdi Medical Co.; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 112,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Nahdi Medical Co. in Saudi Arabia seeks a laboratory technician to perform routine tests across hematology, chemistry, immunohematology, microbiology, immunology, and coagulation.

You will handle pre-analytical processing, operate lab instruments, conduct daily QC, manage supplies, and report critical results to medical staff. Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Applied Medical Science (laboratory) and 2 years of experience, with fluency in English and Arabic.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Applied medical science (laboratory section).
• 2 years of practical laboratory experience since graduation.
• Fluent in English and Arabic (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Receive samples and begin pre-analytical processing.
• Operate hematology, biochemistry, serology, and other lab machines for analyses.
• Perform daily quality control tests on reagents.
• Maintain inventory and ensure supplies availability.
• Inform medical staff of critical test results.
• Uphold infection-control and safety policies.

Skills

Office & Health Information System

English (fluent)

Arabic (fluent)

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.

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)