Medical Laboratory Scientist (Chitungwiza)

Employer : PSI-Zimbabwe
Location: Chitungwiza

Job Summary
Reporting to the HIV Testing and Counselling (HTC) 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 stall` members in daily workflow, to include, but not limited to prioritizing specimens, specimen storage, and assay resulting and reporting,
Judiciously uses laboratory resources, to include, but not limited to 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.

Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
A Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution.
Minimum three years’ work experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist in a VCT, 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.

How To Apply:
Detailed CVs clearly highlighting the position applied for should be sent, not later than November 29, 2015 to:  recruitment@psi-zim.co.zw or submitted to;


Director Human Resources
Population Services International/Zimbabwe
Block E, Emerald Office Park
No. 30 The Chase West,
HARARE