Technologist II - Special Hematology

JOB SUMMARY :

The Technologist II – Special Hematology assists in the commissioning of the Immunology and Flow Cytometry sections within the Division of Hematopathology. The role involves the commissioning of equipment, IT systems, recruitment, on-boarding, and training of staff, preparing policies and procedures in accordance with CAP-ISO15189 and JCI. The Technologist II – Special Hematology is part of a team of Biomedical Scientists / Technologists delivering high quality services in their specialty and has operational oversight of a team within the department. S / he provides professional support in the area of specialty to the Supervisor.

KEY ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES :

Organizes, supervises, and participates in the work of the Immunology and Flow Cytometry sections.

Operates and troubleshoots the immunology and flow cytometry analyzers e.g., Navios Flow Cytometer. BD Canto and Phadia 250 Platforms.

Answers enquiries and communicate patient results to clinicians, surgeons, and nursing staff both internally and externally.

Provides specialist technical advice on specimen handling to clinicians, surgeons, and nursing staff.

Participates in the training (theoretical and practical) of technical staff in the section.

Actively supervises other BMS / Technologists within their section to ensure an efficient throughput of work.

Assists the Supervisor in the implementation of management decisions affecting the sections.

Maintains co-operation between the sections and between disciplines by regular communication with other section leads and senior staff.

Leads by good example in order to motivate staff to create high quality work, interest, and contribution.

Actively participates in the technical work of the section.

Maintains and demonstrates knowledge and experience in immunology testing and flow immunophenotyping, including but not limited to, antibody panel design, data analysis, and interpretation.

Ensures familiarity with laboratory protocols, quality control measures, and regulatory compliance related to immunological assays and flow cytometry techniques.

Analyses complex data sets and provide clear, concise reports that support clinical decision – making.

Solves problems independently and works effectively as part of a team.

In liaison with the Supervisor, ensures adequate stocks of reagents and consumables are available for the efficient running of the service.

Uses LIS to generate workload statistics and run queries.

In liaison with the Supervisor, provides technical advice on, and assists in the selection of, new equipment.

Monitors and advises on the use of reagents and consumables in the section.

Takes responsibility for the maintenance and safe use of equipment within the section.

Helps to ensure the provision of a high quality, cost-effective service with the emphasis on quality assurance in all aspects of the section supervised by monitoring and audit of internal quality control.

Participates in the external quality assurance schemes that the department subscribes to. Monitors, records and reports back results, participating in discussion to rectify areas of concern if necessary.

Carries out corrective action when the quality control procedures fail.

Assists in ensuring and maintaining CPA-ISO15189 standards in the section.

Ensures policies and procedures for the sections are adhered to.

Participates in the training (theoretical and practical) of technical staff in the section for which they are responsible in methodologies, principles and procedures by way of tutorials, presentations and seminars.

Updates, reviews and implements new methodologies in the section under the direction of the Supervisor.

Adheres to Sidra’s standards as they appear in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest policies.

Adheres to and promotes Sidra’s Values

In view of the evolving needs and opportunities within Sidra, this position may be required to perform other duties as assigned and reporting relationships may vary.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS – ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Education :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences / Clinical Laboratories or other relevant program

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