Chief Medical Technologist 1 (HPC/MDT 4) - Sanitary Bacteriology

JOB PURPOSE

Under the general supervision of the Chief Medical Technologist 11 performs scientific/technical activities in a Type C Hospital Laboratory, Type IV Health Centre Laboratory or a section in any department of Regional/Specialist Hospital Laboratory, National Public Health Laboratory, National Blood Transfusion Service to inform and support patient care decisions and treatment; public health policy decisions, surveillance, monitoring, intervention and control of communicable and non-communicable disease conditions in the healthcare system.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Supervise the day-to-day operation of the department and responsibilities of staff in accordance with established goals. 
• Assist in the compliance of good work practices by staff as required by the ISO standard. 
• Ensure that the workload is processed in a timely and efficient manner, and that performance targets are met. 
• Report all key performance indicators to supervisor.
• Prepared monthly report or submit data for monthly report for the laboratory or section of the department or laboratory in a timely fashion. 
• Report to the supervisor when there is an incident which may cause a service delivery failure 
• Manage the ordering and maintenance of reagent and consumables for the optimal performance of all aspects of the work undertaken in the laboratory or section of the department/laboratory.
• Collect and collate the inventory of blood and blood components within the department (where applicable) and submit to supervisor. 
• Participate in the selection of new laboratory instruments and the development of new technologies to enable an improved and more efficient service. 
• Assist in the investigation of revenue saving procedures and cost analysis of service delivery while maintaining the quality of the laboratory or section of the department/laboratory operation 

TECHNICAL 

• Evaluates the findings of investigation of clinical and non-clinical incidents relating to the specialized department or laboratory. / Evaluates the findings of investigation of clinical and non-clinical incidents relating to the specialized department or laboratory. Example, to screen gynae/non gynae Cytology Slides / Cases, in accordance with the Quality Management System in place.
• Participates in research/project proposal to improve test method, turnaround time and the performance of the service. 
• Prepares Department/Laboratory Procedure Manual/Policies/Test Algorithms leading to rewriting and/or updating, or writing new procedures. 
•  Collate proficiency test results and submit results for validation.
• Participate in the reviews and implementation of appropriate corrective action for the proficiency test report. 
• Bring to the attention abnormal laboratory findings and trends to the relevant health care professional (Consultants/Requesting Medical Officer/Public Health Nurse/Public Health Inspector) in accordance to the standard operating procedures and MOH policies

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology form a reputable academic institution 
• Licensed Medical Technologist with the Council, Professions Supplemental to Medicine (CPSM) in Jamaica 
• Diploma in Cytotechnology from a reputable institution/association such as CASMET. (For the Cytology Position)
• Training in Supervisory Management 
• Six (6) years minimum experience at the supervisory level
• Training in Laboratory Quality Management Systems and Laboratory Standard (ISO 15189/ISO 17025/ISO 9001) 
• Knowledge of computer applications and usage
• Extensive knowledge in or expert in one or more of the following disciplines: Haematology, Clinical Chemistry, Microbiology, Immunohematology, Histology and Cytology 
• Be a member of one or both Medical Technology professional association (CASMET/MTAJ)

The Ministry of Health thanks all applicants for their interest; however, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.