Performs a wide range of standard and complex technical roles within the section, involving a variety of molecular tests on different platforms.
Interprets results obtained from above and prepares test reports for checking and verification by senior staff.
Liaises with Technologist II and Laboratory Supervisor on appropriateness of tests, results and additional testing as required.
Monitors, records and reports back results, participating in discussion to rectify areas of concern if necessary.
Maintains the cleanliness of the laboratory including work surfaces, biosafety hoods and equipment according to the standard operating procedures.
Maintains storage of clinical specimens, nucleic acid extracts and reference and control materials.
Maintains co-operation between the sections and between disciplines by regular communication with other Technologists and senior staff.
Responsible for ensuring adequate stocks of reagents and consumables are available for the efficient running of the service.
In liaison with the Technologist II and the Laboratory Supervisor, provides technical advice on, and assists in the selection / validation of new equipment.
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.
Actively involved in the external quality assurance schemes that the department subscribes to.
Uses Laboratory Information System for specimen login, record assay specific parameters, stock records, generates test reports, generates workload statistics and run queries.Assesses quality of data according to defined criteria.
Carries out corrective action as advised when the quality control procedures fail.
Assists in ensuring achievement of and maintaining CAP and 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 methodologies, principles and procedures by way of tutorials, presentations and seminars.
Participates in the implementation of new methodologies under the direction of the Technologist II and Laboratory Supervisor.
Participates in research and development as directed by the Technologist II and the Laboratory Supervisor.
Adheres to Company standards as they appear in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest policies
