Senior Technologist, Molecular Pathology Clinical Laboratory, Aga Khan University Hospital

Senior Technologist, Molecular Pathology

Department

Clinical Laboratory

Entity

Aga Khan University Hospital

Location

Introduction

Aga Khan University Hospital invites applications for the position of Senior Technologist, Molecular Pathology, a section of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible to: • organize and coordinate administrative and technical activities of the section according to procedures and policies for smooth running of the section • ensure quality results by running internal quality control and participation in external proficiency testing program. • to perform complex molecular pathology tests such as, Karyotyping and fluorescent in situ hybridization (FISH) analysis • ability to read, analyze, and interpret, reports test results and quality control results and takes remedial action when indicated. • conduct validation studies for new tests or new equipment introduction and obtain approval from laboratory Quality Committee. • communicate effectively critical results in timely manner and ensure proper documentation as per protocols • monitor the supplies against the test volume to avoid the shortage of inventories and expiry • implement safety regulations within the assigned section according to the safety manual • assist in formulating and implementing short and long term goals for lab operations • ensure the compliance of ISO, JCIA and CAP standards in the section • handle incident and complaints of patients / physicians within stipulated timelines • ensure preventive maintenance of equipment & coordinate with FMD/Vendors to resolve maintenance issues • enhance lab staff knowledge on advancement in laboratory medicine and safety protocols

Requirements

You should have: • three to four years of experience as technologist at AKUH or six to seven years of relevant experience at another hospital or laboratory • g ood knowledge of quality control, environmental safety, latest developments of medical technology and laboratory tests • e xcellent interpersonal, supervisory and problem solving skills

To Apply

You should send your detailed CV by sending email on human.resources@aku.edu and mention "Senior Technologist, Molecular Pathology" in the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applications should be submitted latest by November 25, 2023#J-18808-Ljbffr