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EHA Clinics is proudly the first JCI Accredited Clinic for Ambulatory care in Sub-Saharan Africa. Learn more

Job Title

Medical Laboratory Scientist 

Department


Reports to

Laboratory and Diagnostics


Assistant Manager, Laboratory Services

Based in

Abuja


Who we are

 EHA Clinics is a world-class comprehensive health care service provider located in Nigeria. We aim to bridge the gap between patients and healthcare services in any setting: the clinic, the home, or through innovative online and mobile solutions. All of our clinics are equipped with the latest healthcare technologies, and the most dedicated team of healthcare professionals, providing a unique range of patient-centric services.


Mission Statement

We are on a mission to deliver quality health care that is accessible, effective, and affordable. By leveraging technology and an exceptional team, we provide a superior experience, improved outcomes, and reduced pricing for our individual, family, and business members.

Core Values

CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE:  We deliver ever-increasing value and convenience to our customers and ensure they are treated with the utmost respect and service regardless of income or social status.

QUALITY: We strive to improve our customers' health, families, and community. We will continuously improve our quality to provide health care services according to the best available science.

SAFETY: We ensure our staff are trained to perform their duties safely and reduce the spread of infections. Our facilities and processes are designed to ensure maximum safety for our customers.

STAFF ENGAGEMENT: We invest in the well-being, training, and development of our staff.

FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP: We work to reduce waste and maximize value to our customers, investors, and partners.


Our services:

  • Medical Services
  • Research and Informatics
  • Pharmacy
  • Laboratory & Diagnostics
  • Community Health (REACH Program)
  • Telehealth and Telemedicine


Mission Objective

At EHA Clinics Laboratory, our mission is to consistently deliver the highest quality of laboratory services, tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. We are dedicated to upholding professional excellence, ensuring that every examination we conduct is fit for use. Our commitment extends to the continuous improvement of our Quality Management System, embracing the principles of ISO 15189:2022 and JCI Ambulatory Standard. Through unwavering dedication to quality and compliance, we aim to set the standard for excellence in healthcare diagnostics, fostering trust and well-being within our community.


          Duties And Responsibilities

PURPOSE

  • Compile and analyzes body fluids, tissue, and other substances to determine normal or abnormal findings.
  • Gather and organizes work by matching computer orders with specimen labeling; sorting specimens; checking labels; logging specimens; arranging reports for delivery; keeping work surfaces clean and orderly.
  • Perform molecular diagnostics such as PCR using open and closed systems. Perform hematology, chemistry, immunology and microbiology tests as required. Perform infectious disease testing including COVID-19.



ENGAGEMENT

  • Identify and communicates abnormal results by alerting supervisory personnel, the patient, physician, or nurse.
  • Communicate with patients and family members in a professional, compassionate and respectful manner to facilitate healthcare delivery as a team member.


DELIVERY

  • Process and enhances laboratory services and laboratory reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
  • Operate sophisticated equipment and instruments to perform diagnostic tests and assays following standard operating procedures. Contributes to a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers by following established standards and procedures
  • Process and maintains quality results by running standards and controls, verifying equipment function through routine equipment maintenance and advanced troubleshooting; calibrating equipment utilizing approved testing procedures; monitoring quality control measures and protocols.


        Targeted Specializes Knowledge

  • Minimum 3 years’ working experience in a Medical Laboratory, Clinic or hospital.
  • A minimum Bachelor of Science degree in laboratory science from an accredited university.
  • Additional training and experience in molecular diagnostic techniques such as PCR
  • Candidate must possess a Certification from the Associate of the Institute of Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (AMLSCN)
  • Candidates must possess a current practicing license. Relevant Certification will be an added advantage.

Remuneration:

EHA Clinics is committed to fair and competitive compensation for its employees. We want our team members in all locations to feel valued for their unique skills, expertise, and talents and remunerated accordingly, so we can attract and retain the best and most passionate people. 


Key Areas of Note 

Keep up to date with relevant medical research, technology, and evidence-based medical practice by attending continuing education courses and professional meetings, reading journals, etc.

Research unusual symptoms and treatment options, through consultation with physicians and other medical specialists.


Key Skills and Attributes

  • Hold Computer literacy
  • Excellent Communication and Customer Service
  • Caring, Compassionate, Dedicated and Professional
  • Working Under Pressure
  • Humane, Empathetic and Supportive Bedside Manner
  • Leadership and Teamwork
  • Problem solving and Initiative
  • Time Management and Organization
  • Attention to Detail

Work Environment 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can become louder at times due to group discussions or activities. EHA Clinics is a tobacco-free environment.