Laboratory Technician

Performs clinical tests in anyone of or a combination of areas of specialization depending on the size and scope of the laboratory activity. Maybe assigned to or receiving supervision from Chief Technician.

Responsibilities

• Prepares tissue samples for routine microscopic analysis.
• Gross descriptions of small, uncomplicated specimens are recorded where appropriate, using specific terminology according to procedure.
• Tissue samples are prepared using correct procedures for preservation including, processing, freezing and embedding as appropriate per procedure.
• Tissue samples are sectioned using good microtomy techniques on microtomes to produce acceptable quality slides for staining according to procedures.
• Workload is prioritized and managed to meet expected Turn-Around-Times (TATs).
• Competence is maintained and new skills added as technology changes.
• Stains tissue for Routine, Special Stains, Immunofluorescence, Immunohistochemistry and Enzyme Histochemistry as requested.
• Chemical solutions and stains are prepared, labelled and stored accurately according to procedure and need.
• Stains are accurately performed and Quality Control (QC) results recorded. Stain quality is evaluated for acceptability prior to release of histological sections to the ordering pathologist.
• Stain quality results are communicated to the supervisor and/or ordering pathologist.
• New stains are developed and instituted as needed by working in conjunction with the supervisor, pathology staff and other technicians.
• Maintains and operates laboratory equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and procedures.
• Instrumentation necessary for Histology functions is operated within the manufactures’ guidelines and according to procedures.
• Instrument malfunctions are recognized and troubleshooting is performed to ensure accurate operation. Instrument maintenance is performed and documented on a scheduled basis.
• Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospital management to comply those requirements.
• Work accordance with the documented OSH procedures and instructions, specific responsibilities.
• Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Notifying OSH Hazards, incidents, Near misses and issues and assistance with the preparation of risk assessments, incident reports.
• Comply with Waste management procedures and policies.
• Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs.
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety system.

General Responsibilities: -

• Work in all shifts as scheduled by the Section-in-Charge or Head of Histopathology Department.
• Strictly adheres to organization’s regulations and policies especially those related to infection control, patient safety, OSHAD, DOH, DHA, MOH, JCI and ISO.
• Supports Continuous Quality Improvement and participates and contributes to all the quality assurance activities of the service.
• Participates and contributes to scheduled in-service training programs.
• Exercises effective interpersonal skills in dealings with department staff, associates and Management
• Maintains confidentiality as per the agreement signed.
• Demonstrates the ability to listen to others in promoting effective communication.
• Develops thorough understanding of policies and procedures of the hospital and demonstrates respect for them.
• Carries out other duties when requested by the Head of Histopathology Department.

Qualifications

• Valid DOH/DHA License as Lab Technologist with Histology experience.
• B.Sc. in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science or equivalent qualification requiring not less than 3 years training course. And one year emphasis of the curriculum in the field of subspecialty in the basic qualification curriculum or certification by ASCP in the specialty.
• M.Sc. / Postgraduate in that specialty from an accredited program leading to registration with ASCP/CSMLS or equivalent.
• Minimum two (2) years of Medical Laboratory experience in Histopathology procedures are required for Bachelor’s degree holders. If Postgraduate / M.Sc. then one (1) year of Medical Laboratory experience in Histopathology experience is required.
• Fluent in spoken & written English, Arabic language is desirable, but not essential.
• Ability to learn and handle automation & IT programs is desirable but not essential.

Job Info

• Job Identification 12094
• Job Category Allied Health
• Job Schedule Full time