Laboratory Technician/Storekeeper

Under immediate supervision of the Centre Manager/Clinical Head/Manager, the Laboratory Technician//store keeper undertakes tests of collected specimen, according to the prescription of the health care professional; collects specimen and labels them; handles the laboratory apparatus for testing; ensures the laboratory equipment and reagents are safely kept and are in working conditions all the time; may act as a custodians of laboratory reagents and apparatus and medical supplies.

DUTIES/TASKS

• Collects and labels all specimens and ensures that they are as per the order.
• Undertakes laboratory tests as prescribed by the medical staff.
• Puts the interest of clients / patients above all other considerations and ensures the confidentiality of all cases;
• Handles properly all laboratory instruments / equipment and ensures timely reporting of mechanical failures;
• Ensures proper receipt, storage, safe keep, utilization and regular replenishment of enough stocks of required lab supplies by pre-establishing re order level;
• Maintains proper, up-to-date and orderly daily records of laboratory tests on registration book and ensures their readily availability for reference and inspection;
• Receives laboratory reagents by checking and ensuring the date of expiry;
• Renders proper training to technicians and / or assistants, as deemed necessary.
• Ensures the maintenance of a high level of standard.
• Avails himself/herself to regular stock taking as and when required;
• Prepares and submits monthly and / or annual laboratory and stock reports, as deemed necessary;
• Ensures proper storage handling, and issuance of drugs, office supplies and other store items as per MSIE Store management procedures;
• Receives, stores, tags and tracks store Items, prepares property lists and Keep Separate register of all store Items.
• Maintains the store records area, and storage area in a neat and orderly manner;
• Receives and inspects all incoming materials and reconciles with receipts or Issue Vouchers;
• Ensure proper storage conditions for sensitive medical supplies (e.g., temperature-controlled storage for medicines).
• Conduct regular stock audits and report shortages or excesses.
• Coordinate with suppliers for timely procurement of essential items.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations for medical storage.
• Prevent wastage and manage stock expiry through a First-In-First-Out (FIFO) system.
• Experience in inventory management in a healthcare setup.
• Knowledge of medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and storage requirements.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Reforms related tasks as required.

Qualification Requirements

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

a. Education

Diploma as lab technician

b. Experience

Two years’ experience

Skills, Attitudes and Attributes

Capacity to learn from seniors

Basic understanding of lab apparatus operation

Ability to be methodical

Good recording practice

Pro-choice