Fresher Lab Assistant NGO Job Careers – Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)

Job Title:   Lab Assistant (Fresher Jobs)

Organisation: Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)

Duty Station: Arua, Uganda

Reports to: District Lab Services Officer

About US:

Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) is an independently governed institute within the College of Health Sciences at Makerere University and has the mission “To strengthen health systems in Africa, with a strong emphasis on infectious diseases, through research and capacity development.” IDI has operations across Uganda as well as in a number of other African countries and has a staffing of over 1,000 managing multiple projects in research, clinical services, public health and training.

Job Summary:  The Lab Assistant will carry out basic laboratory tests for diagnosis of diseases with focus on Gene Xpert testing and other HIV/AIDS related tests.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparing laboratory reagents and stains for routine investigations;
• Conduct Gene Xpert tests and reporting at the supported facility
• Carry out basic laboratory tests and submit reports to Laboratory Technicians/Technologists;
• Observe safety and quality assurance practices in laboratories;
• Cleaning laboratory equipment regularly;
• Requisitioning necessary supplies for laboratory work and keeping records of stock;
• Participating in SLIPTA activities;
• Supporting EQA activities in relation to HIV DTS, TB, Gene Xpert and CD4;
• Compiling and submitting daily and periodic laboratory reports;
• Ensure Safe disposal of Laboratory wastes;

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Certificate in Medical Laboratory techniques
• Must have a Certificate in Medical Laboratory Techniques from a recognized Training Institution.
• Must be registered and licensed with the Allied Health Professionals Council.
• At least two years of working in a clinical setting/ facility, preferably in an HIV/AIDS setting.
• Additional experience in logistics management of ART commodities
• Computer Knowledge and skills, as well as good presentation and report writing skills
• Communication skills and ability to speak local languages is an added advantage
• HIV Counseling and Interpersonal skills
• Concern for quality and standards of Laboratory services;
• Result orientation;
• Communicating effectively; and
• Good Time management
• Willingness to work and live in rural areas is required.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested applicants should apply online at the link below.

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Deadline: 22nd May 2024

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