Medical Laboratory Scientist

Role Summary

The Medical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiology) plays a critical role in the diagnosis and management of infectious diseases, contributing to patient care and public health efforts.

 Duties/Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and handle blood, urine, and other body fluids, adhering to established protocols and procedures.
• Prepare culture media, perform culturing, and conduct biochemical testing to isolate and identify microorganisms.
• Perform sensitivity testing to determine the susceptibility of microorganisms to antibiotics and other antimicrobial agents.
• Utilize microbial staining techniques and microscopic examination to identify and characterize microorganisms accurately.
• Examine and analyze body fluids, tissues, and cells to detect the presence of pathogens and abnormal cellular structures.
• Conduct quality control checks on test results to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Evaluate test results for accuracy and interpret findings to aid in clinical diagnosis and patient management.
• Maintain detailed records and reports of test results, following established procedures and guidelines.
• Practice safety, environmental, and infection control measures to prevent the spread of infectious diseases in the laboratory and healthcare setting.
  
  

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Clinical Microbiology / Medical Laboratory Science.
• 2+ years of experience within clinical Microbiology environment.
• Must be in good standing with Allied Health Professions Council.
• Hands-on experience in specimen collection, processing, and handling according to standardized protocols.
• Proficiency in the preparation of culture media, culturing techniques, and biochemical testing.
• Strong skills in microbial staining and identification, including Gram staining and acid-fast staining.
• Excellent microscopic techniques and the ability to accurately observe and interpret cellular structures.
  
  

WORK PROFILE

The Bank Hospital

Location: Block F6 Shippi Road Cantonment, Accra

P.O. Box CT 1224, Cantonments, Accra | Tel +233 302 739373 | Reg Number CS156732016

Date Posted: April 17, 2024

Closing Date for Applications: April 29, 2024

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Ghana