Medical Laboratory Technologist - Histopathology - Level 1

Overview

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:
To perform routine laboratory tests in accordance with professional and regulatory standards and guidelines

• Receive, record and sort histopathology samples according to professional standards
• Perform routine histopathology laboratory services related to examination of surgical specimens, tissue dehydration, clearing, impregnation with paraffin, tissue cutting, and staining of slides
• Prepare solutions, stains and reagents in accordance with standard procedures
• Contribute to relevant quality improvement initiatives aimed at mitigating risks, compliance governance and increased patient safety
• Actively contribute and guide, where needed, relevant training and health and safety initiatives
• Operate, calibrate, and monitor the effective functioning of standard laboratory equipment that includes general hygiene and sharpening and honing of microtome knives
• Perform general stock management and ordering functions

A relevant Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory sciences or a related field

At least 3-5 years' full time experience as a medical laboratory technologist in Anatomic Pathology

• Correct maintenance of instrumentation according to manufacturer's guidelines
• Knowledgeable in Approved International Accreditation Standards or equivalent
• Knowledgeable in laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and instrumentation troubleshooting
• Laboratory information systems and reporting
• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office applications
• Understand and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)