LABORATORY TECHNICIAN

• According to medical prescription, preparing and performing clinical exams/tests with appropriate techniques and following MSF protocols and procedures. This function includes, among others:  
• Taking blood, vaginal and urethral samples.  
• Centrifuging blood and urine samples.  
• Performing laboratory exams (serology, hematology, biochemistry, bacteriology or parasitological, according to context of the mission).  
• Ensuring proper reporting and registration of the sample results in order to keep a written track of activity and give information to the relevant persons, ensuring confidentiality.  
• Taking care, manage and organize efficiently the laboratory material/equipment:  
• Perform cleaning and minor maintenance  for  biomedical equipment used. Following the user manual and  protocols and alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning  
• Applying hygiene and safety protocols, doing daily cleaning /maintenance, sterilization, washing general glassware after procedures are done.  
• Ensuring proper sample waste disposal according to MSF protocols and highest safety standards.  
• Supplying orders, do stock, storage conditions follow-up, keep inventory.  
• Keeping organized the data collection system of laboratory results and all information generated from the analysis done.  
• Reporting all relevant information linked to the activity in the laboratory to the line manager, especially the loss/robbery/damage of laboratory equipment or medicines.  
• Performing minor maintenance and cleaning of the biomedical equipment following user manual and protocols. Alerting the supervisor in case of malfunctioning of any device.List item
  

MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities 

1. Laboratory Procedures: 

• Conduct a wide range of diagnostic tests including blood, urine, and other body fluids using manual and automated techniques. 
• Ensure the precision and accuracy of test results through attention to detail and adherence to protocols. 
• Prepare and process samples according to standard MSF procedures, ensuring that samples are correctly labeled, stored, and disposed of. 

1. Quality Control: 

• Implement and maintain quality control procedures to ensure the reliability and validity of test results. 
• Participate in external quality assessment schemes to compare and improve laboratory performance. 

1. Infection Control: 

• Strictly adhere to infection control protocols to prevent contamination and ensure a safe working environment. 
• Conduct regular audits of infection control practices within the laboratory. 

1. Data Management and Reporting: 

• Ensure accurate and timely entry of laboratory data into patient records and hospital information systems. 
• Participate in audits and quality assurance programs to maintain high standards of laboratory practice. 

1. Emergency Response: 

• Be prepared to respond to emergencies, including outbreak investigations and mass casualty incidents, providing rapid and accurate diagnostic services.