LAB SCIENTIST, CYTOPATHOLOGY LABORATORY

Clinical & Operations:

• Perform cytopathology laboratory activities, including preparation, processing, staining, screening and evaluation of cytology specimens in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform technical assessment and preliminary screening of cytology slides and identify abnormal or suspicious findings for appropriate referral to the Pathologist.
• Ensure proper handling, identification, processing and documentation of cytology specimens to maintain specimen integrity and traceability.
• Operate, maintain and troubleshoot cytology-related laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of new cytopathology services, techniques and processes.
• Ensure compliance with Laboratory Information System (LIS) requirements for cytology specimen registration, processing and reporting.
• Support workload management and ensure timely completion of cytology cases in accordance with established turnaround time (TAT).

Administrative:

• Maintain accurate cytopathology records, statistics and workload data, including quality indicators and turnaround time monitoring.
• Assist in monitoring cytology supplies, reagents and consumables to ensure adequate stock levels and proper storage.
• Support the Laboratory Manager/Pathologist in reviewing and improving cytopathology workflows and service delivery.

Staff Development:

• Assist in training and mentoring laboratory personnel in cytopathology procedures, slide preparation, staining techniques and laboratory practices.
• Maintain and demonstrate competency in cytopathology techniques through continuous education, competency assessment and relevant professional development.

Quality, Safety & Health:

• Ensure compliance with applicable cytopathology quality requirements, ISO 15189 standards, internal quality control procedures and laboratory policies.
• Participate in internal and external quality assurance programmes relevant to cytopathology.
• Ensure proper handling, storage and disposal of cytology specimens, reagents and laboratory waste in accordance with safety requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, risk management and corrective/preventive actions relating to cytopathology services.

Preferred Qualification / Additional Advantage:

• Possession of CTIAC (Certificate in Technical/Clinical? Cytology) certification or other recognised cytopathology-related certification will be an added advantage.
• Relevant experience in Cytopathology/Cytology laboratory operations, including cytology specimen processing, staining and slide screening, will be an added advantage.