Job vacancy Medical Technologist 2 - Pah/pmh

Port Antonio

OrganisationNorth East Regional Health Authority, JamaicaReferenceVAC-49380Contract TypeFull-TimeIndustriesHealthcare & MedicalLocationPort Antonio/Port MariaSalary & Benefits$3,759,184 € $4,468,488 per annumDate Posted24/04/2024Expiry Date10/05/2024The North-East Regional Health Authority invites applications from suitable qualified persons to fill the position of Medical Technologist 2 at the Port Antonio and Port Maria Hospitals.

 

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology from a reputable academic institution
• Professional License with the Council, Professions Supplemental to Medicine (CPSM) in Jamaica
• Two (2) years working experience 
• Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications 

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND SPECIALISED TECHNIQUES

• Knowledge of the following disciplines: clinical Chemistry, Microbiology, Histology Haematology, Immunohaematology and Cytology. 
• Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Management Systems and Laboratory Standard (ISO 15189/ISO 17025/ISO 9001) 
• Member of on or both Medical Technology professional association (CASMET/MTAJ)
• Knowledge of the care and preservation of specimens. 
• Knowledge of the care and maintenance of laboratory equipment. 
• Ability to accurately perform standard laboratory procedures, and to observe results.
• Ability to recognize human tissue and fluids. 
• Skill in operating laboratory equipment and apparatus. 
• Skill in collecting specimens efficiently and painlessly. 

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Assist the Chief Medical Technologist 1 in assessing quality assurance and workflow within laboratory
• Assist with monitoring of Quality Indicators 
• Assist Chief Medical Technologist 1 to review, and partake in corrective action when there is an incident
• Perform venipuncture and /or capillary blood collection to obtain appropriate samples and/or blood units 
• Verify specimen suitability and validate documentation to ensure that it corresponds with the specimen
• Prepare specimen, reagents and quality control material for testing procedures
• Validate the accuracy and precision of laboratory results, using appropriate quality control procedure
• Assist in the supervision and training of Medical technologist 1, Medical Technology Intern and Technical Assistants 
• Undertake routine and complex testing procedures in the various sections of the specialized department or laboratory 
• Adhere to safety protocols of the organization ensuring health and safety of self, other staff and visitors
• Participate in agreed research and development projects undertaken by the specialized department or laboratory 

 

 

 

 

 

WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR RESPONDING, HOWEVER, ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

 

25 Jul, 2024 (77 days left)