Laboratory Technician , vacancy in Uganda in Masindi, Jobs in Uganda,
The AIDS Support Organization (TASO) Uganda , an organisation contributing to a process of preventing HIV infection, restoring hope and improving the quality of Life of persons, families and communities affected by HIV infection and disease, requires the services of dedicated, competent, innovative and results oriented persons for employment on a contract basis for the above position;To administer laboratory services of the Centre, and ensure that the services are well planned for, provided with necessary resources and implemented in accordance with set policies and standards· Laboratory services at the Centre well managed· Laboratory investigations on clients carried out· Health education to TASO clients given· Laboratory budget drawn and implemented· Quality control of Laboratory reagents and equipment maintained· Laboratory reagents and supplies purchasedKey Duties and Responsibilities· Prepare work plans and budgets for laboratory activities at the centreTo attract, retain, develop, manage and provide administrative support to the Human Resources for outstanding performance in line with TASO’s strategic plan. Page 6· Prepare solutions, reagents, and stains following standard laboratory formulas and procedures· Prepare specimens and samples· Carry out routine laboratory tests accurately· Record and interpret results of laboratory tests· Take measures to ensure proper disposal practices for chemical hazardous waste as per environmental health standards· Ensure adherence to nationally acceptable algorithms in the screening process of HIV for both rapid testing and ELISA· Monitor inventory levels and order materials and supplies in accordance with established TASO policies and procedures.· Make specifications of required HIV test kits and other laboratory supplies and reagents to be procured, and carry out verifications of the supplies and reagents delivered· Monitor the usage of laboratory supplies· Monitor the functionality of laboratory equipment and ensure that they are in good working condition· Maintain quality assurance and control in the laboratory· Maintain security of laboratory specimens and samples· Make and submit periodic reports to the Medical Coordinator and to the Laboratory Support OfficerPERSON SPECIFICATIONS: Laboratory TechnicianMinimum Academic Qualifications:Diploma in Medical Laboratory TechnologyMinimum Experience and Exposure:2 years of laboratory work experience Special Knowledge· Laboratory diagnosis techniques, basic facts about HIV/AIDS and HIV/AIDS Care policies and proceduresOnly qualified candidates who meet all the above requirements are invited to submit their resume, copies of certified academic certificates, testimonials and three referees.All interested Candidates MUST attach a fully filled Application Form which can be down loaded from the TASO Website at www.tasouganda.org or any TASO Center.Note: Please firmly staple your papers together and indicate post applied for on right hand corner of envelop. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.CLOSING DATE: 23rd May 2014 at 4:30 pm.Please forward your applications to:The Director Human Resource & Administration“OR hands deliver your application to TASO HQ level II, located at Old Mulago Hospital”.
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