Laboratory Assistant- Butaleja
Ministry of Local Government (Uganda)
Job location
Kampala
Employment status
Full–time
Job details
ABOUT THE COMPANY
As part of its long-term policy to ensure political and social harmony, enhance economic growth and alleviate poverty, Government of Uganda embarked on a far reaching program of decentralization reform. The reform initiative, as introduced in 1993 was an outcome of a review of the erstwhile resistance council system and related statutory instruments, borne out of the desire to make local governments effective centers of decision making and public service delivery.
JOB SUMMARY
a) Qualificationsi) A Certificate in Medical Laboratory Techniques or its equivalent from a recognized Institution.ii) Must be registered with Allied Health Professional Council.iii) Must have a valid Practicing License.
RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Preparing Laboratory reagents and stains for routine investigations.ii. Carrying out basic laboratory tests and submitting reports.iii. Observing safety and quality assurance practices in laboratoriesiv. Cleaning the laboratory equipment regularly.v Safely disposing off laboratory waste.vi. Participate in continuous professional development.vii.Adhere to the professional Code of Conduct and Ethics.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Stock taking and inventory accounting, Laboratory operation, Specimen collection, Documentation and record keeping, Work place safety
REQUIRED EDUCATION
High, secondary school
