Medical Technologist

The Medical Technologist performs various chemical, microscopic, immunological, and bacteriological testing in the Clinical Laboratory to obtain accurate data for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.

Responsibilities:

1. Organize daily work congruent with subsection/section schedules and work patterns. Assist section supervisor in disseminating information in inter-shift, inter-sectional, and departmental communication. Ensure optimum levels of supplies, assist in ordering supplies, and maintain the supply inventory system. Operate within cost-effective practices of the section.

2. Assist in evaluating new methodologies/equipment. Assist in revising policy and procedure manuals in accordance with specified guidelines.

3. Obtain and process laboratory specimens. Perform analyses, tests, and procedures. Maintain appropriate laboratory safety procedures and practices.

4. Maintain records as per Hospital established Medical Laboratory standards. Operate and maintain laboratory equipment. Maintain Quality Control programs of the section and participate in the Quality Assurance programs of the department.

5. Provide ongoing response/feedback to Hospital employee performance appraisal system. Train, provide continuing education, and guide students and other healthcare personnel, including residents.

How To Apply:
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Detailed Description:

• Bachelor’s or Associate Degree/Diploma in Medical Technology is required.

Job Requirements:

• Grade 08: Two (2) years of related experience with Bachelor’s or four (4) years of related experience with Associate Degree/Diploma is required.

• Grade 09: Four (4) years as a Medical Technologist at KFSH&RC.

• Average of annual performance appraisal at least (3.5) for the last four (4) years.

• Fifty (50) hours of cumulative continued medical education [CME].

Additional Details:

• Current Registration from the country of origin and Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCHS) is required.

• Registration in MT(ASCP), CLS(NCA), or equivalent for American, ART, or Medical Technologist for Canadian, AIMLS for British, AIMS for Australian, NZIMLT for New Zealander, or registered Medical Technologist for other international countries is required.

• Comply with section policies, procedures, and protocols. Follow the section's quality improvement program in accordance with CBAHI, JCI, CAP, SFDA, and other international accreditation agencies' standards.

• Follow all Hospital-related policies and procedures.

• Participate in self and others’ education, training, and development, as applicable.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.