Laboratory Technologist - Emirati

Position Summary

Responsible for performance of all laboratory-based tasks, which include patients sampling, testing, measuring, recording and analysing results in various patient specimens.  They also provide all the required technical support to enable the laboratory to function effectively whilst adhering to correct and proper policies and procedures, lab health and safety guideline to achieve high quality results.

Summary of Main Duties

•    Actively participates in upholding and promoting the vision and culture of University Hospital – Sharjah (UHS)
•    Complies with all UHS policies and procedures, safety and fire regulations. 
•    Participates in all aspects of the International Accreditation program to assist UHS attain and maintain international accreditation standards.
•    Assist the Laboratory Director in the coordination of laboratory activities. Provide accurate, timely and cost-effective testing of patient samples to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease in compliance and harmony with the quality management system.
•    LAB PROCEDURES: Performs a variety of technical laboratory procedures according to policies and procedures of the UHS and UHS Laboratory to obtain patient’s specimens and to ensure specimen quality used to aid in the diagnosis. 
•    Specific Duties for Phlebotomists:
•    To receive patients and collect blood/other samples as per the laboratory policies.
•    Pack/transport samples as per the test requirements.
•    Receive & prepare laboratory samples to be send to analytical area.
•    Separate samples, prepare & pack it for referral laboratory with all safety precautions.
•    DOCUMENTATION: Has full knowledge in using LIS/HIS to be responsible for accurately completing records and reports and other statistical information for master files or databases. Follows laboratory policy for data retrieval, record keeping, specimen identification and reporting.
•    COMMUNICATION/TEAMWORK: Maintains positive working relationship with the lab staff, medical staff and hospital personnel. Uses positive interpersonal skills to educate/support lab customers and promote success of team members. Uses clear and concise verbal and written communication with staff and the public. Acts independently on accomplishing lab tasks and accepts responsibility of the adopted policy and procedures of the hospital and the laboratory. Shares call duty and works different shifts as required. 
•    SAFETY, TRAINING AND EDUCATION: Complies with laboratory safety procedures. Possesses adequate knowledge of instrumentation, theory, and application of new and existing tests. Completes education necessary to maintain MOH licensure or certification for the job annual renewal. 
•    Work and liaise with consultant pathologist, Specialty Pathologist, Senior Technologists of other lab sections, nurses and medical staff to maintain the highest professional standards.
•    Participate in training, CME and seminars.
•    Will retain all necessary registration/license requirements 
•    Self-development participate in internal orientation, mandatory, ongoing CME and education programs. Attend external conferences, workshops, seminars and courses that will enhance and maintain a current knowledge base 
•    Works any shift as per the duty roster of the Pathology and Laboratory Department when designated.
•    The employment terms and conditions for this position are specified in the individuals Employment Contract

Responsibilities

Position Requirements/Qualifications

Position 
Requirements/Qualifications
•     A Degree/Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT)
•    Minimum experience of 2 years in Hospital Multidisciplinary clinical laboratory.

Licenses/Registration    
•    Must have a valid UAE MOH License
•    Able to work in all laboratory sections. 
 

Position criteria Other Skills/Abilities

Position criteria    
•     Maintains laboratory equipment with high technical efforts and inventory for supplies and reagents and maintaining quality control and/or assurance records.
•    Sets up and operates laboratory equipment in preparation for specimen examinations
•     Maintains a clean and sanitary work area in accordance with standard laboratory practice and procedures
•    Multi-Computer skills, and teaching abilities 
Other Skills/Abilities     
•    Computer Skills
•    Good Communication Skills
•    English Language