Laboratory Technician / Medical Technologist

Job description / Role

Performs special hematological examinations such as hemostasis procedures, reticulocyte count, peripheral blood smear and reviews slides to verify the presence of abnormal cells.
Performs microscopic examinations and cell count of urine and other body fluids.
Performs a variety of bacteriological examinations such as Culture and Sensitivity of body fluids and tissue samples, KOH mount to determine the presence of fungi, bacteria and other microorganisms, reads and interprets slides for Gram stain and AFB stain.
Performs chemistry procedures and immunoassay procedures
Performs Histopathologic procedures such as routine biopsy, frozen section, Paps smear, cytology, FNAB and cellblock.
Validates and releases laboratory test results accurately within the turnaround time.
Recognizes and reports abnormal test results and/or the need of additional testing.
Responsible in interpreting and communicating critical patient results to the Chief Medical Technologist, then to the requesting physician.
Performs and monitors quality control in the assigned section in the laboratory.
Initially troubleshoots and maintains laboratory equipment.
Verifies correctness and accuracy of test results for reporting.
Strictly follow the laboratory safety guidelines.
Politely and promptly receives patients in preparation for laboratory procedures.
Provides reassurance and provides health teaching to patients before the procedure.
Proactively responds to patients needs to provide excellent healthcare.
Responds to in-person and telephone inquiries from patients, referring laboratories, clinic staff.
Maintains confidentiality of records
Follows good laboratory practices.
May perform complex venipuncture procedures.

Requirements

Must be a Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Medical Technologist.
Must be a board passer.
Male or Female not over 35 years old.
Can work under pressure.
Willing to work in a shifting hours; willing to work overtime if needed.
Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment and techniques of medical technology.
Some knowledge of recent developments in the field of medical technology.
Basic equipment troubleshooting techniques.
QC chart interpretation
Correlation of test results
Basic phlebotomy techniques
Laboratory safety guideline

About the Company

Dr. Sulaiman Al-Habib Medical Group (HMG) is one of the largest providers of comprehensive healthcare services in the MENA; as it is currently operating 14 Medical Facilities across Saudi Arabia, UAE and Bahrain, including 7 Hospitals and 6 Medical Centers and developing one of the largest private medical cities in Saudi Arabia.

Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group is committed to bringing the most advanced medical technology available, attract highly qualified and distinguished medical professionals. All our Medical facilities are operating according to the highest international standards.

Our Hospitals are JCIA & ISO Accredited and we have also been honored by receiving the Arab Health Award 2011 for Best Radiology Department in the Middle East, The Arab Health Award 2012 for Excellence in Human Resource Development & The Arab Health Award 2013 Excellence in Surgery Services; reflecting our focus on quality services and commitment towards providing premier healthcare services to our valued patients.