Medical Laboratory Scientist (Ministry of Health and Medical Services)

The purpose of this position is to provide efficient and effective laboratory diagnostic services and provision of reliable results that support the Fiji Health System and Ministry objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Performing requested test analysis and ensuring timely, accurate and reliable laboratory results in compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), Laboratory protocols and guidelines.

2. Actively perform maintenance and quality control on equipment, and monitor consumables for continuity of practice and delivery of quality services.

3. Assist in statistic compilation and actively participate in quality improvement programs.

4. Actively contribute to the Ministry and corporate requirements, by attending relevant meetings, workshops and professional development training specific to job role.

Knowledge & Experience

1. 1. Proven experience of clinical work in a medical laboratory;
2. 2. Good understanding of medical laboratory practices, processes and procedures to be able to work unsupervised;
3. 3. Knowledge in the general safety within the clinical laboratory, effective personal protective equipment use, complies to and advocates laboratory policies and SOPs;
4. 4. Good understanding of Laboratory Quality Management System and its importance in clinical laboratory work.

Skills & Abilities

1. 1. Demonstrated ability to work and contribute within a high performing team environment;
2. 2. Ability to adapt to innovative technique and work in a high risk environmental conditions
3. 3. Good communication, interpersonal and representational skills;
4. 4. Demonstrated ability to manage work priorities to meet scheduled timeframes;
5. 5. Capacity to utilise computer programs to support the departmental operations;
6. 6. Service oriented approach, with a commitment to supporting the operational and corporate environment of the organisation.

Additional Information

Key Performance Indicators

Performance will be measured through the following indicators:

1. All laboratory services are performed and delivered meeting quality service standards, are compliant with the SOPS, and within agreed timeframes.

2. All working areas, equipment and work practices are compliant with Occupational Health and Safety Standards and laboratory guidelines.

3. Timely collection of monthly statistics and implementation of quality improvement activities.

4. Efficient and timely management of consumables, equipment and resources that support meeting work plans and department objectives with active contribution to all corporate requirements of the Ministry.

Contact Information

For any enquires please contact Ms Melaia Tamani on email melaia.tamani@health.gov.fj on telephone 3306177 ext 340229 / 340173