Laboratory Scientist

Key Responsibilities

• Laboratory Testing
• Perform routine and specialized laboratory investigations on blood, urine, stool, sputum, body fluids, and other clinical specimens.
• Conduct tests in areas such as haematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology, immunology/serology, parasitology, and blood banking, according to qualifications and facility needs.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and reliable test results.
• Sample Collection and Processing
• Collect, receive, label, and process patient specimens appropriately.
• Verify patient information and ensure proper specimen identification.
• Reject and report improperly collected, contaminated, insufficient, or unsuitable specimens according to laboratory procedures.
• Equipment and Laboratory Maintenance
• Operate laboratory equipment and instruments safely and correctly.
• Perform routine equipment checks, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Report faulty or malfunctioning equipment promptly to the appropriate authority.
• Quality Control and Assurance
• Carry out internal quality control procedures before releasing laboratory results.
• Participate in external quality assurance programmes where applicable.
• Identify and investigate abnormal quality-control results.
• Ensure compliance with approved laboratory standards and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Result Management
• Analyze and interpret laboratory findings within the scope of professional practice.
• Record test results accurately in laboratory registers, electronic systems, or patient records.
• Communicate critical or urgent results promptly to the appropriate clinician or authorized personnel.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and laboratory results.
• Inventory and Reagents Management
• Monitor laboratory reagents, consumables, and other supplies.
• Ensure proper storage and appropriate use of reagents.
• Report low-stock, expired, damaged, or near-expiry items.
• Assist with stock-taking and laboratory inventory management.
• Infection Prevention and Safety
• Follow strict infection-prevention and control procedures.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Handle, store, and dispose of biological specimens and laboratory waste safely.
• Follow established procedures for managing spills, exposures, and other laboratory incidents.
• Documentation and Reporting
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, registers, worksheets, and reports.
• Document quality-control activities, equipment maintenance, and reagent usage.
• Prepare periodic laboratory reports when required.
• Ensure all laboratory documentation is properly filed and readily accessible.
• Patient Care and Communication
• Treat patients respectfully and professionally during specimen collection and other interactions.
• Explain specimen collection procedures to patients where necessary.
• Maintain professionalism when dealing with patients, clinicians, colleagues, and other departments.
• Professional and Regulatory Compliance
• Practice within the scope of professional qualifications and applicable regulations.
• Maintain valid professional registration/licensing as required.
• Keep up to date with developments in medical laboratory science.
• Participate in continuing professional development, workshops, seminars, and training.
• Teamwork
• Work collaboratively with doctors, nurses, pharmacists, radiographers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in departmental meetings and facility activities.
• Support colleagues and contribute to efficient laboratory workflow.
• Assist in training junior staff, interns, students, or laboratory assistants where assigned.
• Other Duties
• Participate in morning huddles, departmental meetings, and quality-improvement activities.
• Assist with implementing new laboratory procedures and services.
• Support audits and inspections.
• Perform other laboratory-related duties assigned by the Head of Laboratory or Management.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures and diagnostic techniques
• Good knowledge of infection prevention and laboratory safety
• Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment
• Good documentation and record-keeping skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet turnaround times
• Teamwork and professionalism
• High level of integrity and confidentiality

Pay: ₦120,000.00 - ₦150,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person