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• Proficiently
  conduct: Automated haematology as established by the SOP for this assay,
  FACSCount and Facs Calibur CD4 automated counts as established by the SOP
  for this assay, serum chemistry evaluation using the Roche Cobas c111 as
  established by the SOP for this assay, Syphilis RPR and TPPA as per the
  SOPs, TB diagnosis using the Genexpert system, ZN smear microscopy and
  Fluorescence microscopy as per established SOPs and HIV testing using
  rapid diagnostic tests
• Correctly
  and promptly document all received samples in the lab in established
  laboratory accessioning books and software and process all results
  generated from sample runs by accurately filling in the ART report forms,
  existing laboratory software and the Electronic Medical Record and ensure
  that results are released back to the ART clinics in a timely manner.
• Perform
  daily QA/QC and periodic maintenance of laboratory equipment as
  established by SOPs and QA/QC guidelines.
• Perform
  monthly comparability sample testing between Kayunga district hospital
  laboratory, other MUWRP laboratories, and any other laboratories as may be
  deemed necessary, in order to ensure continuous proficiency.
• Maintain
  all laboratory equipment validation, calibration, quality control
  documentation and necessary routine/ periodic preventive maintenance.
• Perform
  external quality assurance activities by promptly running all EQA panels
  from identified EQA providers and act on the EQA results for continued
  quality improvement of laboratory testing.
• Monitor
  and track logistical requirements so that all laboratory supplies are on
  hand at all times. Liaise with the Laboratory QA/QC field officer in order
  to establish reliable and consistent reagent supply lines.
• Other
  duties as assigned by superiors.

• The
  applicant should hold a Diploma in Medical Laboratory technology from a
  recognised institution with at least two years working experience in busy
  Diagnostic/research laboratory environment.
• Evidence
  of prior training in relevant techniques will be an added advantage.
• Ability
  to professionally communicate in writing and verbally or other means
  deemed appropriate.
• The
  incumbent will from time to time be required to lift some lab supplies to
  the lab after delivery at the hospital premises.
• The
  incumbent is also expected be able to sit/ stand for extended periods of
  time.
• Training
  will be an essential means of communicating and updating more quality into
  the daily functioning of the Kayunga District Laboratory Services. The
  incumbent will initially be introduced to the QA/QC policies in the
  laboratory and train on Coulter Act. 5/Diff automated haematology, Cobas
  c111 chemistry, FACS Catibur and FacsCount CD4 testing until they are
  proficient enough to conduct the assays without daily oversight.
• Knowledge
  and practice of Syphilis RPR, TB diagnosis using the Genexpert system and
  ZN and FM Microscopy and HIV rapid testing is required along with their
  specific control measures.
• The
  Laboratory Technician must be aware of the logistics used in the
  laboratory and be conscious of laboratory issues at hand. This is also
  true for all equipment used regardless of who is responsible.
• Occasionally,
  new laboratory activities will be initiated and the incumbent may be
  requested to learn the new testing platforms.

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