Medical Laboratory Scientist

Key Responsibilities Perform laboratory tests on blood, urine, tissue and other body fluids using manual and automated methods. Collect, process, label and store specimens, ensuring accuracy and traceability. Operate, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment. Run internal quality control and ensure external quality control is done monthly. Conduct monthly environmental swabs and share reports. Analyse and report results; communicate panic/critical values directly, preferably in person, to the requesting doctor. Verify doctors' requests and ensure all samples are requested and billed correctly. Outsource only tests not run in-house and follow up on reference lab results. Manage lab inventory and place orders for supplies as needed. Prepare lab KPI reports. Maintain biosafety, infection control and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with doctors, nurses and pathologists, and take part in multidisciplinary meetings. Liaise with the facility team on technical issues. Carry out other tasks assigned by the Laboratory Manager Requirements Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science or a related field. Valid practising license as a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS). Minimum of 2 - 3 years' post-NYSC experience in a hospital or clinical laboratory. Thorough knowledge of medical ethics. Excellent oral and written English. Strong attention to detail and accuracy