Job summary
· The lab technician holding this position is responsible for the laboratory work in the Mini- Lab in Ha Hoa DH. They will receive specific training for the use of the Mini- Lab by OUCRU’s microbiologist and trainer.
· Mini- Lab activities and responsibilities cover the whole spectrum of samples collection, testing, reporting, data management, quality assurance, and stock management of consumables and reagents.
· The lab technician might be requested to move for short periods of time to Hanoi or Phu Tho provincial hospital in Viet Tri to receive instructions or training.
· The lab technician will liaise with the staff at Ha Hoa DH and in particular the head of the laboratory for reception of samples and reporting of results. They will also liaise with OUCRU staff and in particular the clinical microbiologists of for all technical issues related to Mini- Lab and collection of data for the research project.
Key responsibilities and tasks
· Understanding the document management system set up in the laboratory.
· Operate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment used in microbiological analysis and procedures.
· Collect blood, sterile fluids, and urine samples for microbiology. Possibly, get involved in training others for samples collection.
· Comply with quality management and respect standard operating procedures.
· Monitoring the stock in the Mini- Lab using the available resources.
· Use the Mini- Lab computer system (Mini- LIMS) in order to ensure that the data collected at each step is logged.
· Comply with health and safety standards through proper handling of potentially hazardous chemicals and biological samples.
· Run quality controls, verify the accuracy of findings, identify test inconsistencies, and take appropriate action to make corrections and resolve problems.
· Perform a variety of microbiological procedures in the Mini- Lab in order to cultivate, isolate, and identify microorganisms, and test their susceptibility to antimicrobials.
· Conducts routine and specialized microbiological procedures, for use in diagnosing and treating infectious diseases.
· The Mini- Lab laboratory technician carries out clinical laboratory operations in accordance with the Mini- Lab protocols and safety and hygiene rules, in order to inform clinicians to choose antibiotic treatments.
· Other duties related to clinical biology testing as requested by supervisors. In particular, the lab technician might be required to support lab team in Ha Hoa DH and perform other lab tasks than those related to the Mini- Lab.
Selection criteria
Essential:
· Desire to learn new techniques and to work in a changing environment
· Fluency in Vietnamese
· Documented experience in laboratory work in a healthcare institution
· Familiarity with Standard Operating Procedures and quality management
· BSc in clinical laboratory technology
· English basic skills in reading, speaking, writing and listening.
· Able to work under pressure, flexible
Desired:
· Experience of working/living in a relatively remote setting
· Familiarity with Phu Tho province
· Solutions- oriented mindset
· Well organized, enthusiastic and committed to improving healthcare
· Team player, reliable
· Experience with research
Benefits
- Contracted salary: Negotiable (depending on actual experience and education). The salary covers travel expenses for professional purposes.
- Other responsibilities and benefits are based on Viet Nam Labour Law.
- Annual leave 18 days each year for the first year
How to apply
Interested qualified candidates are invited to send their detailed resume and cover letter in English, including copies of relevant degrees, certificates by email to Ms. Pham Thi Thanh Hoa- Operations Manager:
* The cover letter should detail:
- What part of your education, training or employment history has best equipped you for this position and why you would be a good candidate?
- Contacts of two referees who are your latest HR/ line manager and can provide details of relevant work experience and attitude
* We thank all applicants for their interest but only short- listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
Contact person
Pham Thi Thanh Hoa
Deadline for submission
17th November 2023
