Employer: Population Services International Zimbabwe
Job Summary
Location: Bulawayo
Population Services International Zimbabwe (PSI/Z) is a leading global health organization with
programs targeting HIV and reproductive health, malaria and child survival. Working in partnership within the public and private sectors, and harnessing the power of the markets, PSI provides life-saving products, clinical services and behaviour change communications that empower the world's most vulnerable populations to lead healthier lives. PSI/Z seeks qualified candidates to fill the position below.
Reporting to the HIV Testing and Counseling Manager, this position will be responsible for the following Duties and Responsibilities:
programs targeting HIV and reproductive health, malaria and child survival. Working in partnership within the public and private sectors, and harnessing the power of the markets, PSI provides life-saving products, clinical services and behaviour change communications that empower the world's most vulnerable populations to lead healthier lives. PSI/Z seeks qualified candidates to fill the position below.
Reporting to the HIV Testing and Counseling Manager, this position will be responsible for the following Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs laboratory tests, records patients and Quality Control (QC) results, transcribes patient and QC results to appropriate reports and or result logs.
- Recognizes and resolves instrument and or assay failures, acting as internal technical advisor for instrument troubleshooting on the laboratory's major and minor equipment.
- Carries out corrective actions for patient and QC results as directed by the HTC Manager.
- Assists other laboratory staff members in daily workflow, to include, but not limited to prioritizing specimens, specimen storage, and assay resulting and reporting.
- Judiciously uses laboratory resources, including instrument reagents, QC material, equipment and supplies.
- Maintains accurate reagent and asset inventory and assists in the training of other technical employees.
- Assists in supervision of laboratory safety issues, including medical waste management and disposal.
- Participates in the development and implementation of ISO 15189 Quality Management System.
RequirementsQualifications and Experience
A Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution.
Minimum three years' work experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist in a Voluntary Counseling and Testing hospital or research environment is an added advantage.
Ability to run automated and manual laboratory equipment.
Should be registered with the Medical Laboratory and Clinical Scientists Council of Zimbabwe.
Detailed CVs clearly highlighting the position applied for should be sent, not later than February 20, 2015 to: recruitment[at]psi-zim.co.zw or submitted to:
Director Human Resources Population Services International/Zimbabwe Block E, Emerald Office Park 30 The Chase West, Emerald Hill Harare
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
