Background

African Bible College (ABC) Mission Hospital in Lilongwe, is a busy health facility under CHAM (Christian Health Association of Malawi) dedicated to provide excellent care to patients of all ages. The hospital is seeking suitably qualified, experienced, and dedicated individuals with high integrity to join our growing team in the following vacant position.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests in haematology, chemistry, microbiology and blood banking.
• Receive, verify, process and analyse laboratory specimens.
• Operate, maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment.
• Prepare reagents, media and laboratory solutions.
• Conduct microscopy, blood counts and other routine laboratory investigations.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and test results.
• Perform quality control and participate in EQA/PT programmes.
• Identify and report pre-analytical and post-analytical errors.
• Maintain adequate laboratory supplies and inventory.
• Supervise Laboratory Assistants and ensure cleanliness and safety of the laboratory.
• Compile periodic laboratory reports and perform other duties necessary for the smooth running of the laboratory.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Diploma in Biomedical Sciences with at least 3years of experience in a busy hospital
• Current registration and valid practising licence with the Medical Council of Malawi
• Good attention to detail, integrity and commitment to quality and patient safety are essential.

• Perform laboratory tests in haematology, chemistry, microbiology and blood banking.
• Receive, verify, process and analyse laboratory specimens.
• Operate, maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment.
• Prepare reagents, media and laboratory solutions.
• Conduct microscopy, blood counts and other routine laboratory investigations.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and test results.
• Perform quality control and participate in EQA/PT programmes.
• Identify and report pre-analytical and post-analytical errors.
• Maintain adequate laboratory supplies and inventory.
• Supervise Laboratory Assistants and ensure cleanliness and safety of the laboratory.
• Compile periodic laboratory reports and perform other duties necessary for the smooth running of the laboratory.

• Attention to detail
• Integrity
• Commitment to quality
• Commitment to patient safety

• Diploma in Biomedical Sciences
• At least 3 years of experience in a busy hospital
• Current registration and valid practising licence with the Medical Council of Malawi