Laboratory Technician

Contract

This is a UNV International Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Specialist contracts.

Description of task

Under the direct supervision direct supervision of Medical officers and guidance of DCMO , the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

• Collect samples from patients for Biochemistry, Hematology, Parasitological, Bacteriology, Immuno-Serology, sputum and other body fluids and conduct routine and other tests that the laboratory facilities can accommodate.
• Collect swabs for Ag/rtPCR tests(COVID-19) to perform the tests and transportation of samples as needed (like in EVD etc..outbreacks).
• Assist medical team in contact tracing for communicable diseases.
• Manage the day-to-day administration of the laboratory including proper filing of patient records in the data management system.
• Verify and release quality and reliable clinical test results of patients to Medical Officers.
• Identify and recommend quality control mechanisms and design laboratory modules and work plan that ensures safety and proper biohazard waste management.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of human blood products meant for transfusion.
• Ensure proper record keeping and strict confidentiality of patients’ records.
• Monitor laboratory inventory and prepares requisitions for laboratory reagents and laboratory consumables in collaboration with the Pharmacy unit.
• Ensure proper recording and reporting of laboratory data capturing the daily, monthly, and annual laboratory tests performed.
• Contribute insights on various hospital-based infection control measures.
• Perform a variety of procedures using established laboratory techniques on both manual and automated laboratory equipment.
• Ensure the cleanliness, maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment, as well as reporting any equipment malfunction and initiating repairs when necessary by qualified repair technician.
• Act in a professional manner, reflecting the mission’s, philosophy and values.
• Train, assist and supervise the daily activities of the Laboratory Assistant (if any) assigned to the medical section.
• Perform any other duties as may be required by the Chief Medical Officer, Deputy Chief Medical Officer or Medical officer.

Educational additional comments

Preferred Degree in Medical Technology (Clinical Laboratory Science)

Experience remark

Registered Medical Technologist with 5 years work experience in a tropical country.

Language skills

• English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent

Area of expertise details

Solid computer skills, including full proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word); other IT applications and office technology equipment;

Have affinity with or interest in humanitarian relief, post-conflict situations, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

Sound security awareness.

Competencies values

Accountability, Adaptability and Flexibility, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Integrity, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Working in Teams

Application procedure

• Not yet registered in the UNV Talent Pool? Please first register your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/signup. Important: After creating your account, complete all sections of your profile and submit it. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink. Lastly, select the special call to which you would like to apply. * Already registered in the UNV Talent Pool? Please first update your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/profile. Then go to ‘My Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink to select the special call to which you would like to apply. Application deadline: 07 September 2021