Skilled Medical Lab Technician

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Skilled Medical Lab Technician

Location: Enugu

Core Responsibilities
Laboratory Operations:

• Routine Tests:Blood Glucose (Random/Fasting), Lipid Profile, Electrolytes, Urea, and Creatinine (EUC).
• Packed Cell Volume (PCV): Daily (for antenatal, pre-op, and post-op)
• Malaria:Malaria Parasite (MP) identification via thick and thin film microscopy (gold standard) or Rapid Diagnostic Tests (RDT).
• Coagulation Profile:Prothrombin Time (PT), Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (APTT).
• Prepare accurate test reports and communicate critical results to medical staff promptly.
• Typhoid/Febrile Illness: Widal test (commonly requested but should be interpreted carefully), Blood/Stool/Urine Culture and Sensitivity forSalmonella typhi.
• Specialized:Rubella IgM/IgG, Toxoplasmosis screen: Histopathology & Cytology
• Routine Tests:Complete Blood Count (CBC) with differential count, Packed Cell Volume (PCV)/Hematocrit (essential for anemia in pregnancy), Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR).
• This is critical for managing pregnancy-related anemia, preeclampsia, and surgical blood loss (caesarean sections).
• Serology & Immunology (Infection Screening): Mandatory screening for ANC attendees (booking) and surgical cases.
• Perform routine and specialized laboratory tests including hematology, biochemistry, microbiology, and pregnancy tests.
• Genitourinary Infections: High Vaginal Swab (HVS) microscopy and culture, Endocervical Swab (ECS) for microscopy and culture (Gonorrhoea, Chlamydia), Urine Microscopy, Culture and Sensitivity (MCS).
• Pregnancy Test (hCG): (Urine and blood)
• Clinical Chemistry/Biochemistry: Essential for monitoring preeclampsia, liver function, and diabetes in pregnancy.
• Routine:Pap Smear (cervical cancer screening).
• Routine Screening:Retroviral Screening (RVS) for HIV, HBsAg (Hepatitis B), HCV (Hepatitis C), Syphilis (VDRL/RPR).
• Participate in internal QC and external quality assessment schemes; maintain accurate lab records.
• Conduct routine and specialised laboratory tests with strict adherence to quality control and safety protocols.
• Hematology & Blood Transfusion Science (Core OBGYN)
• Assist in NHIS claim documentation for laboratory services.
• Blood Banking & Transfusion:Blood Grouping (ABO & Rh typing), Compatibility testing (Cross-matching), Direct and Indirect Coombs test (for Rhesus incompatibility in pregnancy).
• Maintain strict quality control standards, equipment calibration, and infection prevention protocols.
• Manage laboratory inventory, reagent procurement, and equipment maintenance.
• HIV/HBsAg/VDRL: (For all new booking patients)
• Actively market lab packages to inpatients, outpatients and referring clinics; liaise with clinicians to upsell pre-op and antenatal diagnostic bundles.
• Urinalysis (Dipstick): (For protein/sugar in pregnancy)
• Ensure rapid turnaround times (TAT) for high-impact tests (prenatal screens, pre-op tests).
• Blood Grouping & Cross-match: (For imminent deliveries and surgeries)
• OBGYN Specialised:Liver Function Test (LFT) (important for preeclampsia), Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) for gestational diabetes, HbA1c, Serum Beta-hCG (pregnancy test).
• Medical Microbiology & Parasitology: Given the high prevalence of infections in Nigeria, these are crucial for monitoring antenatal patients.
• Specialized:Tissue biopsy processing (e.g., endometrial biopsy, fibroid samples, products of conception).
• Specialized/Genotype:Hemoglobin (Hb) Electrophoresis (for sickle cell genotype AA, AS, SS, etc.).
• Parasitology:Stool analysis (routine).
• Ensure patients are comfortable, explain procedures clearly, and position patients appropriately for sample collection.
• Provide clear, courteous communication of results to clinicians and patients; contribute to patient education regarding tests.
• Malaria Parasite (Microscopy): (Very high demand)
• Maintain and calibrate lab equipment; manage reagent inventory and supplier relationships to ensure cost-effective procurement.

Key Responsibilities in Blood Banking (Nigeria Setting):

• Routine Tests:Blood Glucose (Random/Fasting), Lipid Profile, Electrolytes, Urea, and Creatinine (EUC).
• Routine Tests:Complete Blood Count (CBC) with differential count, Packed Cell Volume (PCV)/Hematocrit (essential for anemia in pregnancy), Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR).
• Malaria Parasite (Microscopy):(Very high demand)
• Genitourinary Infections:High Vaginal Swab (HVS) microscopy and culture, Endocervical Swab (ECS) for microscopy and culture (Gonorrhoea, Chlamydia), Urine Microscopy, Culture and Sensitivity (MCS).
• Hematology & Blood Transfusion Science (Core OBGYN): This is critical for managing pregnancy-related anemia, preeclampsia, and surgical blood loss (caesarean sections).
• Medical Microbiology & Parasitology:Given the high prevalence of infections in Nigeria, these are crucial for monitoring antenatal patients.
• Mandatory screening for ANC attendees (booking) and surgical cases.
• Specialized:Rubella IgM/IgG, Toxoplasmosis screen
• Safe Storage: Maintaining blood refrigerators at 2°C to 6°C.
• Stringent Donor Screening:Testing for HIV, HBV, HCV, Syphilis, and Malaria.
• Packed Cell Volume (PCV):Daily (for antenatal, pre-op, and post-op)
• Urinalysis (Dipstick): (For protein/sugar in pregnancy)
• Key Responsibilities in Blood Banking (Nigeria Setting)
• Stringent Donor Screening:Testing for HIV, HBV, HCV, Syphilis, and Malaria.
• HIV/HBsAg/VDRL:(For all new booking patients)
• Histopathology & Cytology: Routine:Pap Smear (cervical cancer screening).
• Blood Grouping & Cross-match:(For imminent deliveries and surgeries)
• Coagulation Profile:Prothrombin Time (PT), Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (APTT).
• Specialized: Tissue biopsy processing (e.g., endometrial biopsy, fibroid samples, products of conception).
• Pregnancy Test (hCG): (Urine and blood)
• Routine Screening:Retroviral Screening (RVS) for HIV, HBsAg (Hepatitis B), HCV (Hepatitis C), Syphilis (VDRL/RPR).
• Blood Banking & Transfusion:Blood Grouping (ABO & Rh typing), Compatibility testing (Cross-matching), Direct and Indirect Coombs test (for Rhesus incompatibility in pregnancy).
• Clinical Chemistry/Biochemistry: Essential for monitoring preeclampsia, liver function, and diabetes in pregnancy.
• OBGYN Specialised:Liver Function Test (LFT) (important for preeclampsia), Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) for gestational diabetes, HbA1c, Serum Beta-hCG (pregnancy test).: Serology & Immunology (Infection Screening)
• Parasitology:Stool analysis (routine).
• Compatibility Testing:Reconfirming recipient blood group and performing cross-match.
• Specialized/Genotype:Hemoglobin (Hb) Electrophoresis (for sickle cell genotype AA, AS, SS, etc.).
• Safe Storage:Maintaining blood refrigerators at 2°C to 6°C.
• Compatibility Testing:Reconfirming recipient blood group and performing cross-match.
• Typhoid/Febrile Illness:Widal test (commonly requested but should be interpreted carefully), Blood/Stool/Urine Culture and Sensitivity forSalmonella typhi.
• Malaria:Malaria Parasite (MP) identification via thick and thin film microscopy (gold standard) or Rapid Diagnostic Tests (RDT).

Business Development & Patient Services:

• Generate minimum 10 new patient referrals per month through professional networks, physician relationships, and community contacts.
• Maintain relationships with referring physicians and healthcare providers to ensure consistent patient flow.
• Provide health education sessions on preventive care, disease management, and importance of regular health checks.
• Turnaround Time: Guarantee test results within specified times to build a reputation for speed, which is a key selling point.
• Conduct monthly health screening outreach programs in corporate organizations, churches, and community centers.
• Menu Expansion: Recommend new, high-margin tests (e.g., hormonal profiles, tumor markers) that will attract premium patients.
• Participate in hospital marketing campaigns and promotional activities.
• Upselling: Advise patients on "Wellness Checkup" packages when they come for routine tests (e.g., "While you are here for Malaria test, would you like to check your Sugar and Cholesterol?").

Professional Excellence & Christian Values:

• Provide compassionate service with respect for patient dignity and privacy.
• Maintain responsible and mature approach to work with strong ethical standards.
• Demonstrate patience, decisiveness, and meticulousness in all laboratory procedures.
• Uphold hospital values through professional conduct and appearance.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs - Monthly)

• Cost control for laboratory consumables (within 5% of budget)
• Community screening participation (minimum 200 tests per month)
• Equipment maintenance compliance (100% adherence to schedule)
• Patient satisfaction with lab services (minimum 4.6/5.0)
• Test accuracy rate (minimum 99.5%)
• Turnaround time for test results (within 2 hours for routine tests)
• New patient referrals generated (minimum 10)

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science from accredited Nigerian university
• Skillsin relevant specialized areas (e.g., hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry)
• Minimum 2 years practical experience in hospital laboratory setting
• Registration with Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN)

Essential Skills & Attributes:

• Business development skills with ability to generate patient referrals
• Team player with collaborative spirit
• Computer literacy for laboratory information systems and data management
• Professional appearance and courteous demeanor
• Excellent communication skills for patient interaction and physician liaison
• Strong attention to detail and quality assurance mindset
• Born-again Christian with strong moral foundation and commitment to Christian values
• Technical proficiency in laboratory equipment operation and maintenance

Preferred Experience:

• Background in health promotion and community outreach
• Training in customer service and patient relationship management
• Experience in private hospital laboratory management

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV and application letter, clearly stating that you have read and accepted the job description, roles, and responsibilities; and why you believe your character, work experience (s), and skills qualify you for this position to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.