Skilled Medical Lab Scientist at Christian Miracle Hospital

Mission Statement

• To provide accurate, timely, and compassionate laboratory services while supporting patient acquisition and hospital growth through professional service delivery and community engagement.
• The hospital is seeking a skilled Medical Lab Scientist to manage routine and specialized laboratory testing across multiple diagnostic areas including hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, blood banking, serology, and histopathology.
• The role involves ensuring high-quality laboratory operations, maintaining regulatory and safety standards, supporting patient education, and contributing to business development through outreach programs and referral generation.
• The successful candidate will also support NHIS documentation, maintain laboratory equipment and inventory, and uphold Christian values while delivering professional healthcare services.

Mission Statement

• To provide accurate, timely, and compassionate laboratory services while supporting patient acquisition and hospital growth through professional service delivery and community engagement.
• The hospital is seeking a skilled Medical Lab Scientist to manage routine and specialized laboratory testing across multiple diagnostic areas including hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, blood banking, serology, and histopathology.
• The role involves ensuring high-quality laboratory operations, maintaining regulatory and safety standards, supporting patient education, and contributing to business development through outreach programs and referral generation.
• The successful candidate will also support NHIS documentation, maintain laboratory equipment and inventory, and uphold Christian values while delivering professional healthcare services.

Laboratory Operations:

• Carry out routine and specialized laboratory investigations including hematology, microbiology, biochemistry, and pregnancy-related tests.
• Ensure patient comfort during sample collection by clearly explaining procedures and properly positioning patients.
• Maintain quality control standards, equipment calibration, and infection prevention measures.
• Prepare accurate laboratory reports and promptly communicate critical findings to medical staff.
• Oversee laboratory inventory, reagent procurement, and equipment maintenance activities.
• Ensure rapid turnaround times for high-impact tests including prenatal screening and pre-operative investigations.
• Participate in internal quality control and external quality assessment programs while maintaining accurate laboratory documentation.
• Promote laboratory packages to patients and referring clinics while supporting clinicians in promoting antenatal and pre-operative diagnostic bundles.
• Assist with NHIS claims documentation for laboratory services.
• Provide clear and professional communication of laboratory results to clinicians and patients.

Hematology & Blood Transfusion Science (Core OBGYN):

• Conduct Complete Blood Count (CBC), Packed Cell Volume (PCV), Hematocrit, ESR, and hemoglobin electrophoresis tests.
• Perform blood grouping, cross-matching, Direct and Indirect Coombs tests, and coagulation profile testing including PT and APTT.
• Support management of pregnancy-related anemia, preeclampsia, and surgical blood loss.

Medical Microbiology & Parasitology:

• Perform malaria parasite identification using microscopy and Rapid Diagnostic Tests (RDT).
• Conduct Widal tests and culture/sensitivity tests for blood, stool, and urine samples.
• Carry out HVS, ECS, and urine microscopy, culture, and sensitivity testing.
• Perform routine stool analysis and parasitology investigations.

Clinical Chemistry/Biochemistry:

• Conduct blood glucose testing, lipid profile analysis, electrolytes, urea, and creatinine investigations.
• Perform liver function tests, Oral Glucose Tolerance Tests (OGTT), HbA1c, and Serum Beta-hCG testing.

Serology & Immunology (Infection Screening):

• Carry out routine screening for HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and Syphilis.
• Perform specialized screening for Rubella and Toxoplasmosis.

Histopathology & Cytology:

• Conduct Pap smear testing for cervical cancer screening.
• Support tissue biopsy processing including fibroid and endometrial samples.

Key Responsibilities in Blood Banking (Nigeria Setting):

• Perform donor screening for HIV, HBV, HCV, Syphilis, and Malaria.
• Maintain blood storage refrigerators within 2°C to 6°C.
• Reconfirm recipient blood groups and perform compatibility testing and cross-matching.

Business Development & Patient Services:

• Generate at least 10 new patient referrals monthly through professional networks and community engagement.
• Conduct monthly health screening outreach programs in churches, corporate organizations, and communities.
• Deliver health education sessions on preventive care and disease management.
• Maintain relationships with referring physicians and healthcare providers.
• Participate in hospital marketing and promotional activities.
• Recommend additional laboratory tests and wellness packages to patients where appropriate.
• Ensure timely delivery of test results to strengthen patient satisfaction and service reputation.

Professional Excellence & Christian Values:

• Demonstrate patience, decisiveness, and attention to detail in laboratory procedures.
• Maintain ethical standards, professionalism, and patient confidentiality.
• Provide compassionate healthcare services that respect patient dignity and privacy.
• Uphold the hospital’s Christian values through conduct and appearance.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs - Monthly)

• Test accuracy rate of at least 99.5%.
• Routine test turnaround time within 2 hours.
• Minimum of 10 new patient referrals monthly.
• Minimum of 200 community screening tests monthly.
• Patient satisfaction rating of at least 4.6/5.0.
• Full compliance with equipment maintenance schedules.
• Laboratory consumable cost control within 5% of budget.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science from an accredited Nigerian university.
• Registration with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN).
• Minimum of 2 years practical experience in a hospital laboratory setting.
• Certification in specialized laboratory areas such as hematology, microbiology, or clinical chemistry.

Essential Skills & Attributes:

• Born-again Christian with commitment to Christian values and strong moral standards.
• Technical proficiency in laboratory equipment operation and maintenance.
• Strong quality assurance mindset and attention to detail.
• Business development skills with ability to generate referrals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy for laboratory systems and data management.
• Professional appearance and courteous conduct.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in private hospital laboratory management.
• Background in health promotion and community outreach.
• Training in customer service and patient relationship management.

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV and application letter, clearly stating that they have read and accepted the job description, roles, and responsibilities, and explaining why their character, work experience, and skills qualify them for the position to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.