
Laboratory Manager at Oasis Healthcare
- Kenya
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Supervise and coordinate daily operations of the laboratory.
- Develop and implement lab protocols, SOPs, and quality control systems.
- Oversee staffing, scheduling, and performance management of laboratory personnel.
- Participate in budget planning and manage laboratory inventory and procurement needs.
- Ensure staff training and competency assessments are conducted regularly.
- Collaborate with clinicians and other departments to support patient management.
- Participate in service planning, including the introduction of new tests or services.
- Keep abreast of new technologies and recommend improvements to enhance lab efficiency and service delivery.
- Quality Assurance
- Ensure compliance with national and international laboratory standards and accreditation requirements.
- Implement internal quality control and participate in external quality assurance programs.
- Lead periodic audits and inspections of lab procedures, equipment, and documentation.
- Technical Oversight
- Supervise complex testing procedures and validate new testing methods or equipment.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and provide expert support to lab technologists.
- Ensure proper maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.
- Health & Safety
- Enforce safety protocols and biohazard control measures in line with OSHA and MOH standards.
- Maintain documentation of safety trainings, incident reports, and waste disposal.
- Reporting
- Ensure accurate recording, analysis, and reporting of laboratory results.
- Generate regular reports on lab performance, quality indicators, and turnaround times.
- Valid registration and practicing license with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board.
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in a busy laboratory environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
- Additional certification in Laboratory Management, Quality Assurance, or Health Systems Management is an added advantage.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- In-depth understanding of laboratory operations and diagnostic processes.
- Knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks and accreditation processes.
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