Biz Afric Solutions – Our client is a new private Hospital that provides sustainable, efficient, and high-quality healthcare through integrated outpatient, inpatient, emergency, maternity, and diagnostic services.
They are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Laboratory Scientist
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Position Summary
- The Laboratory Scientist is responsible for conducting accurate and timely laboratory investigations to aid in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases within a multi-specialty hospital.
- The role involves handling various types of patient samples, performing complex testing procedures, maintaining laboratory quality standards, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive, verify, label, and prepare patient samples for analysis.
- Perform laboratory tests across key diagnostic areas, including hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, immunology, parasitology, and histopathology.
- Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments in optimal working condition.
- Monitor and document quality control measures to ensure the reliability and accuracy of test results.
- Interpret, validate, and release test results promptly to requesting physicians.
- Assist doctors in selecting appropriate laboratory tests for diagnosis and monitoring of patient conditions.
- Maintain organized and secure laboratory records, ensuring confidentiality of patient information.
- Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures, biosafety regulations, and infection prevention protocols.
- Participate in internal and external quality assurance programs.
- Train, mentor, and supervise laboratory technicians, interns, and new staff members.
- Manage laboratory inventory, including ordering, receiving, and storing reagents and consumables.
- Participate in research and development of new diagnostic techniques and protocols.
- Respond promptly to emergency testing requests (stat tests) for critical care cases.
- Prepare and present periodic laboratory activity reports to management.
- Collaborate with hospital departments to support multidisciplinary patient care plans.
- Stay updated with new laboratory methods, equipment, and medical trends relevant to hospital operations.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Current practicing license from the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN).
- Minimum of 2–3 years post-qualification experience in a clinical or hospital laboratory.
- Solid knowledge of diagnostic testing procedures and quality assurance processes.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in laboratory information systems and Microsoft Office tools.
Work Conditions:
- Work is primarily carried out in a hospital laboratory with potential exposure to infectious agents and hazardous chemicals.
- May require rotational shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.
Salary
N240,000 – N300,000 / Month.
Application Closing Date
31st August, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online