Technician- Department of Pathology

Job Purpose
Assist in formulating, reviewing and maintaining standard operating procedures for use in the workplace (Laboratories).
Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Generate reports, inventories and orders in the unit.
   
2. Manage the use of laboratory equipment and facilities.
   
3. Prepare and supervise students' practicals
   
4. Liaise with and provide support to the academic staff in teaching of practicals
   
5. Implement and maintain guidelines and regulations to ensure quality assurance, control and safety in the unit
   
6. Induct and mentor junior staff in the unit on technical skills
   

Required Qualifications
i. An Honours Bachelors degree of Cytotechnology;
ii. Areas of specialization: Fine Needle Aspiration (FNAC), Cell block preparation, Routine histology staining, Special staining and Immunohistochemistry.
Experience
At least 3 years’ relevant work experience
Skills/Competences
i. Customer Care;
ii. Ability to communicate precisely and concisely;
iii. Analytical skills;
iv. Proficiency in using machines and computers.