Ethiopian Public Health Institute Research Technician-TB Jobs in Ethiopia
Ethiopian Public Health Institute Research Technician-TB Jobs in Ethiopia
Position Summary and purposeThe research technician will be responsible to conduct TB laboratory specimen processing, identification, GeneXpert MTB/Rif Assay and other tests coming from different referring facilities and research samples.
In addition he/she will be responsible for the collection and management of specimens and isolates following the national referral service guide line for drug resistant TB testing at the national TB laboratory .
The research technician will play a crucial role in the conducting of routine laboratory tests conducted in the laboratory.
Roles and Responsibilities
Receiving and evaluating samples according to established sample acceptance criteria
Registering new requests in the laboratory register
Perform assigned laboratory testing following available standard operating procedures (GeneXpert MTB/Rif Assay specimen processing, microscopy) and other laboratory tests.
Follow standard operating procedures when operating available instruments or equipment
Maintain an adequate supply of all reagents and consumables at each workstation.
Perform and document all routine and periodic preventative maintenance for all equipment
Perform instrumentation troubleshooting to correct problems; refer unsolved problems to section supervisor.
Perform, evaluate, and document quality control data and assure that patient results are not reported after quality control failure
Documents quality occurrences in compliance with the quality plan of the individual sections
Maintaining patient request forms and other records in an orderly manner
Analyze technical problems
pertaining to specimen adequacy, laboratory data, and instrumentation; determine cause and rectifies problems in accordance with guidelines and procedures
Confirm abnormal results and result discrepancies and initiate follow-up to resolve discrepancies
Complete all test worksheets on the assigned workstation
Document test results on the laboratory register and report forms
Report critical results or unusual results to the section supervisor in accordance with established policy.
Participate in in-service education programs.
Participate in the preparation for all inspections by accrediting agencies.
Process specimens for referral testing following established procedures
In consultation with the section supervisor, respond to customer inquiries about laboratory results.
Generate data and provide day-to-day documentation.
Prepares stains, reagents, media and solutions necessary for the performance of all laboratory tests
Assist in orientation and onsite training of new laboratory staffs
Processing proficiency panels in a timely manner
Attend staff meetings at the National TB Reference Laboratory
Perform other job-related duties as assigned by section supervisor, safety officer, quality officer or TB case team leader
Job Requirements
Diploma in medical laboratory
Four years of relevant experience in health facilities
Good personal communication
Strong oral and written skills in English and Amharic
How to Apply
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