Job Vacancy For Laboratory Manager
- Accra
- Permanent
- Full-time
Reporting to: Medical Director
Department: AdministrationMain PurposeThe Laboratory Manager will, work and oversee the overall laboratory operations; developing procedures to ensure safety, security, quality and accuracy of results; designing and performing test procedures; analyzing requests for tests and equipment; tending to administrative and management matters.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES.
- Develop and implement Laboratory(s) policies and procedures. Manage and coordinate operational policies and procedures; coordinate with research staff on issues which impact laboratory services.
- Maintain liaison with technicians and staff to solve specific operating problems and improve technical activities. Advise on technical procedures, techniques and equipment, and maintain conformance with specific operational standards.
- Maintain quality checks on safety of laboratories, including biohazards and insure maintenance of the facilities according to Good Laboratory Practices.
- Assist in formulating and implementing the short and long-range goals for the operation of the laboratory; set priorities, assign responsibilities, and establish timetables. Project future needs and formulate strategies consistent with projections.
- Plan and schedule work for the group to ensure proper distribution of assignments as well as adequate manning, space, and facilities for subsequent performance of duties.
- Perform routine and specialized technical procedures in the laboratory.
- Evaluate and recommend new techniques and technologies.
- Install and maintain laboratory equipment in compliance with statutory rules and regulations.
- Prepare technical reports reflecting volume of work, procedures utilized and test results; coordinate the preparation of reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends, and appropriate recommendations or conclusions.
- Plan and conduct meetings with subordinates to ensure compliance with established practices, to implement new policies and to keep employees abreast of current changes and standards.
- Represent the department/laboratory in interactions with other departments.
- Assure that the laboratory technicians are properly trained in Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and equipment specific requirements.
- Assist in the determination of fiscal requirements and in the preparation of budgetary recommendations.
- Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate systems to evaluate current and projected laboratory services and productivity of the laboratories.
- Bachelor's Degree in medical technology or Health Science, with a minimum of 3 years working experience.
- HND (Dispensing Technology) with a minimum of 5 years working experience
- Professional Demeanor
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Strong communications
- Courteous Attitude
- Understanding of medical terminology and calculations
- Monthly Departmental Reports
- Monthly Supply/Procurement Report
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