Armauer Hansen Research Inistitute Health Assistant Researcher II Jobs in Ethiopia
Armauer Hansen Research Inistitute Health Assistant Researcher II Jobs in Ethiopia
Job PurposeThe quality officer is responsible for the overall establishing and implementation of the quality management system at the laboratory.
The quality officer shall receive support and training from management to ensure they effectively implement and maintain the Quality Management System of the Laboratory
Key Responsibilities
Cascading general plan of the directorate, perform a detailed weekly, monthly and yearly plan. And develop quality management plan of the laboratory
Ensuring that processes needed for the quality management system are established, implemented, and maintained
Ensuring and monitor implementation of the quality policy manual and safety program
Ensuring that all documents are controlled and appropriately maintained
Reporting to the laboratory director on the performance of the quality management system and any improvement needs
Ensures implementation of quality control in the laboratory for tests as applicable
Overseeing that staff maintain confidentiality of patients/study participants and adhere to customer service standards of laboratory.
Monitoring standards of performance and quality improvement of the laboratory
Ensures that the laboratory participates in EQA for available tests validate and communicate results
Review EQA feedback reports with all staff. Assists in investigation of poor performance and identification of root causes
Ensuring uninterrupted service delivery at all times
Overseeing development and document control of standard operating procedures and other related documents
Annually review all standard operating procedures and related documents
Ensure appropriate document archiving and destroying
Provides training to laboratory personnel on all quality activities
Overseeing orientation and onsite training of new laboratory staffs
Coordinate competency evaluation of laboratory personnel.
Conduct monthly review of quality and technical records including quality control data
Trouble shoot and provide solutions to QC problems
Monitor and timely update quality indicators
Perform root cause analysis for any deviations
Documents quality occurrences in compliance with
the quality plan of the laboratory
Advises laboratory unit coordinators of significant quality control/quality assurance issues.
Conduct monthly management review
Analyzes technical problems pertaining to specimen adequacy, laboratory data, and instrumentation; determine cause and rectifies problems in accordance with guidelines and procedures
Establishes and maintains an internal audit system; develops a schedule for performing audits; coordinates the audit process; manages corrective action efforts and advises the laboratory unit leaders on the outcomes.
Participate in case team meeting, workshops, Seminars, Journal clubs, and other committee meetings
Assists with inventory management of supplies and assure that laboratory areas remain stocked with needed supplies.
Plan and lead the institutional effort in implementing automated sample storage system called Pathogen Asset Control System (PACS)
Participates in the preparation for all inspections by accreditation agencies
Investigate and address any complaints from users of laboratory services
Job Requirements
MSc/ BSc in Medical Laboratory Technology/Microbiology/Molecular Biology or related AND 2 years of experience for BSc or 0 years of experience of MSc
Specialized Skills
Efficient in team building, laboratory management and quality management systems
BSC planning and reporting skill
Quality management system
Requirements
A high level of skill in BSC Planning and reporting
Excellent Skill on project management
Excellent Skill on administrative task management
Excellent Research and Communication Skills
Good general work habits and people skills
Committed to the values of integrity, accountability, transparency, and scientific rigor
How to Apply
Interested applicants who fulfilled the above requirements should ONLY send the following through ethiojobs.net on or on person at AHRI HR office Zenebework /Jimma Road, ALERT Hospital Compound, before November 27, 2020.
A CV/resume (not more than 3 pages)
A cover letter (not more than one page)
A one page table summarizing your educational background, technical skills and competencies to facilitate the screening process
Educational and Work Experience Credentials
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