Laboratory Technologists at Rongo University

RU/AFP/03/12/24

Job Description

• Prepare weekly surveillance reports on Malaria and Typhoid to the sub-county disease surveillance department to assist in disease surveillance in the county;
• Prepare monthly reports to be submitted to the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration, Finance and Planning to plan and monitor the performance of the University laboratory;
• Collect, prepare and perform laboratory procedures to assist in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases as requested by clinicians;
• Verify, record and report laboratory results on all performed tests to ensure that the results are correct and accurate;
• Maintain cleanliness of laboratory equipment to ensure equipment are in good working condition;
• Perform quality control on all lab reagents to ensure accurate results;
• Prepare lab reagents to be used in laboratory tests;
• Clean and decontaminate surfaces and manage laboratory wastes to prevent spread of infections;
• Chart fridge temperatures to ensure reagents are kept at the right temperature for accurate results;
• Enter laboratory data in the computer to assist in generation of lab reports; and
• Perform any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.

Job Specification for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, candidates must have:-

• Successfully completed three (3) year pre-service training in a recognized institution.
• Diploma in Medical Laboratory technology
• Be registered with the Kenya medical laboratory technicians and technologists board With valid practicing license
• At least three (3) years post qualification working experience.