Job Description

Job Summary
Cimas Health Group's purpose is to inspire healthier communities by providing global standard health and wellness solutions. In pursuant to this purpose, Cimas MEDLABS is searching for a Team Lead - Gweru MEDLABS to join the organization and perform pathology sample analysis, interpreting test results to support patient diagnosis management of medical conditions in line with ISO 15189 and Cimas Standard Operating Procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:
• Providing
input to the Quality Assurance and Laboratory Technical Managers on
branch operation requirements.
• Compiling Monthly and Annual Reports on branch operations and submit to the Laboratory Technical Manager.
• Tracking
departmental
usage against test
and implements
corrective action in cases of overruns in liaison with Finance Department.
• Researching and making recommendations for the development and introduction of new technology, test profiles or process improvements to Laboratory Management
• Verifying that the proper specimen being analyzed is for the correct patient and that the correct test is being performed by matching the electronic test request forms to the patient specimen.
• Reporting
all branch safety incidents to the Lab Scientist (Safety Officer) and the
Quality Assurance Manager.

Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications
• Degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences.
• Master's degree is an added advantage.
• Registered with the Medical Laboratory and Clinical Scientist Council of Zimbabwe.
• Valid Open Practising Certificate
• Practising Laboratory Scientist with more than 3 years working experience.

Key Competencies
The ideal candidate should be able to formulate and execute actionable plans to achieve set goals. The ability to use Lab Management Information Systems, statistical analysis and research skills, effective communication and good interpersonal skills is essential in the collection, testing, analysing, interpreting and communicating the test results.

How to Apply

If you are interested and you meet the stipulated requirements, please submit your letter of motivation and CV to [email protected] clearly highlighting the position applied for in the email subject. Applications to reach the above no later than 28 October 2024.