Applications are welcome from internal candidates.ย ย
Perform laboratory procedures as assigned by the laboratory supervisor for pre-examination, examination, and post-examination activities through the use of the standard relevant equipment.
Contribute to the implementation of laboratory quality management systems under the guidance of the laboratory supervisor. Take on the focal point role for one or more quality system essentials (QSE) as requested by the laboratory supervisor.ย
Ensure standards and the quality of laboratory procedures by strictly following the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Adhere to biosafety measures adopted in the laboratory, being responsible for the safety of oneself and others.ย
Organize and operate activities on assigned station for accurate, efficient and timely delivery of results.ย
Perform quality control and quality assurance activities for assigned stations and document results as required.
Facilitate laboratory equipment maintenance to ensure these are in good working order and operate equipment appropriately following SOPs.ย
Facilitate laboratory stock management and monitor that the equipment and consumables are sufficient for the anticipated work.ย
Alert the laboratory supervisor to any problems related to operations, including equipment, stock management and biosafety.ย
Facilitate maintenance of established systems of organized record keeping and information management for timely delivery of results, data collection, analysis and reporting for laboratory monitoring and facilitation of operational research.
Develop and/or update SOPs in coordination with the laboratory supervisor.
Participate in the improvement of the service system according to the adopted work plan in the laboratory.
Manage and meet client expectations by prioritising interests and providing services with guiding principles of patientsโ dignity, beneficence and non-maleficence in courteous manner.
Ensures compliance with IOM instruction INS 278 and undertakes all designated mandatory trainings.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned. Education
Bachelorโs degree in Medical (Clinical) Laboratory Sciences, Microbiology or a related discipline in countries where the scope of responsibilities is fulfilled according to national regulations from an accredited academic institution with 3 years of professional experience.
Diploma in the above or related discipline in countries where the scope of responsibilities is fulfilled according to national regulations from an accredited academic institution with 5 years of professional experience.
A Valid license to practice as MLT in Sri Lanka
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.ย Experience
- Clinical laboratory experience in a busy institution, preferably in a laboratory.
Experience and knowledge in clinical laboratory techniques, laboratory quality management systems and principles & practices of laboratory biosafety.Skills
Computer literate with understanding of accurate data collection and analysis for monitoring and continuous improvement of laboratory services and performances; and,ย
Good awareness of the laboratory role in health systems, optional use of resources for quality and efficient services delivery.
Proven laboratory expertise and/or advance degree in laboratory specialization is an advantage.
Effectively applies and transfers relevant technical knowledge and practices to personnel and laboratory operations
Organizational skills and Communication skills.ย Languages
- Fluency in Englishย and Sinhalese / Tamilย is required; Fluency in all three languages is advantageousย ย Required Competenciesย IOMโs competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.ย Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.Core Competencies โ behavioural indicators (Level 1)
- Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.