Medical Laboratory Technologist

Job summary

The Medical Laboratory Technologist is responsible for performing routine and specialized laboratory tests that assist physicians in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. The role requires a high level of accuracy, adherence to established laboratory protocols, and compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards. The Medical Technologist plays a critical role in patient care by ensuring timely, reliable, and precise laboratory results.

Main duties and responsibilities

1. Perform a variety of technical laboratory procedures according to National, Hospital and Laboratory standards.
2. Perform regularly scheduled and as required Maintenance activities on laboratory equipment.
3. Operate equipment in accordance with established standards and procedures.
4. Evaluate and validate new testing methods under the guidance of Laboratory Management
5. Perform and interpret routine and complex medical laboratory procedures; recognizes deviation from expected results; analyzes and corrects problems using scientific principles.
6. Understand, implement, and support the established Quality Assurance, Quality Control and Safety procedures of the laboratory.
7. Adhere to and comply with laboratory safety protocols and procedures.
8. Prepare reagents when applicable and required.
9. Respond to inquiries regarding test results, methodology, test specificity and sensitivity and other specific factors that can influence test results.
10. Perform inventory of laboratory supplies; cleans equipment and work areas and disposes of contaminated materials.
11. Perform related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Qualifications and experience

1. A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology from an approved School of Medical Technology
2. Certification and Registration as a Medical Technologist by The Council for Professions Supplementary to Medicine
3. Prior experience in a hospital or clinical laboratory setting is preferred.
4. Experience across multiple laboratory disciplines is an asset.

Knowledge and skills

1. Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory equipment, instrumentation, and reagents used in clinical testing.
2. Thorough understanding of laboratory safety practices, including safe handling of blood, body fluids, and other biological specimens.
3. Proficiency in performing a wide range of routine and specialized laboratory tests with accuracy and precision.
4. Strong ability to document, interpret, and clearly communicate laboratory test results in accordance with established standards.
5. Effective time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet required deadlines.
6. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with sound professional judgment.
7. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Special requirements

1. Ability to work effectively in a laboratory environment that may at times be fast-paced and demanding, consistent with the nature of clinical laboratory operations.
2. Ability to handle patient information on a daily basis with professionalism, objectivity, and strict adherence to confidentiality requirements.
3. Willingness and flexibility to adjust work schedules as required, including occasional extended hours.
4. Demonstrated capacity to maintain sound judgment, accuracy, and high-quality performance under conditions of physical and mental pressure.

Application information

Application letter along with resume should be submitted online through the portal below as one document addressed to:
The Human Resource Director
Andrews Memorial Hospital Ltd.
27 Hope Road, Kingston 10

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.