Head Of Laboratories At Amaiden Energy Nigeria

Head Of Laboratories At Iota Group - Nigeria

Job Description Carries out daily verification and calibration of all equipment before starting daily activities in the PHC laboratory Handles and supervises daily activities with special focus on Microbiology Provides procedures and appropriate training for new equipment and reagents. Manages Quality control and Maintenance in close partnership with the Bio-Med Technicians and the Quality Officers Provides Technical and Administrative Guidance to all Lab Scientists Ensures that the laboratory and all Lab Scientists are registered with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria Manages safe and confidential registration of patients and documentation of Lab results Ensures that all equipment is connected to Biowin Software and regularly updated Validates all results before dispatch to the requesting practitioners Archives daily all laboratory results and data Manages supply orders from France while sourcing local suppliers Manages the entire procurement process from PR to GR 105 issuances within the budget limit Ensures permanent availability of Lab supplies while discouraging wastage Optimizes and maintains effective stock management and encourages the exchange of stock with DW Laboratory Ensures that materials comply with NAFDAC requirements. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all reagents should be provided to permit delivery Pays special attention to perishable reagents that should be received the same day and stored in optimum condition Generates a monthly report of the laboratory activities to the Medical Officer, Port Harcourt District, and to the SMO Lagos Ensures the correct implementation of Laboratory and HSE programs in the company clinics. Context and Environment: This position requires great interpersonal skills and works in close partnership with the GPs, Consultant Specialists, OH manager, Pharmacists, Head of Emergency and Field support Nursing Manager, SMOs, Bio-med Technicians, Quality Officers, and CMO. The position interacts with external bodies like external laboratories in Port Harcourt and Lagos (Clina Lancet and Pathcare), suppliers (Tedis), NAFDAC representatives, and the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria. Difficulties can arise from a delay in the supply of Laboratory reagents and occasional equipment breakdown. Accountabilities Ensures Laboratory activities are conducted safely, diligently, and in accordance with COMPANY HSE Policies, WHO Standard on Laboratory Safety, and National Health Authority regulations Reports to the Medical Officer - PHC District any incident, unsafe act, or operation Ensures a high level of professional skills and competencies in the COMPANY laboratories Updates knowledge of modern Medical equipment and methods HSE Objectives: Familiarize oneself with COMPANY emergency procedures and report to the Manager any incident, unsafe act, or operation Carries out assigned duties safely according to COMPANY HSE procedures in such a manner as to minimize/eliminate unsafe exposure to self or fellow workers. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Medical Lab Science (Biochemistry, Biology) Management skills, including procurement and budget Good Knowledge of Biowin, Prolablis software, and/or any related LAB software and SAP At least 15 years of related experience, 5 of which must have been at the management level.