Technologist I - BMT/XM and Blood Issue

About the Role
Working with the Supervisor - Blood Transfusion and the Technologist II, the Technologist I - XM and Blood Issue assists in the validation of all equipment and processes within the laboratory, preparation of policies and procedures in accordance with CAP/ISO15189 and JCI, and training of staff in specific techniques as appropriate.
The Technologist I - XM and Blood Issue performs a broad range of technical and analytical work with a high level of individual skill and judgment, under minimal supervision. The incumbent is required to observe and maintain a high standard of laboratory health, safety and risk procedures, and works to departmental Standard Operating Procedures and current professional standards. The Technologist I is actively involved in the laboratory's continuing professional development program, preparing and delivering presentations to a range of staff, attending internal and external lectures, and undertaking additional training courses as required. The Technologist I - XM and Blood Issue is part of a team of Biomedical Scientists/Technologists delivering high quality 24/7 services in their specialty.

Responsibilities

• Actively participates in the technical and analytical work of the section.
• Takes responsibility for the maintenance and safe use of equipment within the section.
• Determines the acceptability of specimens and/or blood or blood components, performs laboratory tests, and communicates critical results in accordance with laboratory policy for assigned section and/or obtains and records results for laboratory tests according to established procedures.
• Liaises with Technologist II and Supervisor - Blood Transfusion on the appropriateness of tests, results, and additional testing as required.
• Monitors, records, and reports back results; participates in discussions to rectify areas of concern if necessary.
• Maintains co-operation between the sections and between disciplines by regular communication with other Technologist I grade and Senior staff.
• In liaison with the Technologist II and Supervisor - Blood Transfusion, ensures adequate stocks of reagents and consumables are available for the efficient running of the service.
• Provides technical advice on, and assists in the selection/validation of new equipment.
• Helps to ensure the provision of a high-quality, cost-effective service with an emphasis on quality assurance in all aspects of the section supervised by monitoring and audit of internal quality control.
• Uses LIS to generate workload statistics and run queries. Assesses quality of data according to defined criteria.
• Participates in the external quality assurance schemes that the department subscribes to.
• 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 acknowledged within a timely manner and 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 Supervisor - Blood Transfusion.
• Recognizes normal, abnormal, and critical test results and differentiates and resolves instrument and/or unexpected test results.
• Understands and adheres to process improvement principles, for example, following standard work and maintaining a robust inventory concept in the work area, realizing that all processes are driven by the needs of the customer.
• Initiates, performs, reviews, and troubleshoots quality control of reagents and test systems.
• Responsible for maintaining all clinical competencies required in section and performs in accordance with laboratory policy to provide accurate test results, slides, photographs, and/or documents.
• Operates and performs all required preventive maintenance of equipment according to written procedures and documents; reports equipment malfunctions and requests service as necessary.
• Communicates with physicians, nurses, or other requestors by telephone, computer or other methods that ensure confidentiality.
• Respects and relates well to people from varied backgrounds, diverse world views, and is sensitive to group differences.
• Participates in research and development as directed by the Technologist II and the Supervisor - Blood Transfusion.
• Ensures that work is carried out in accordance with departmental policies.
• Adheres to the organization’s standards as they appear in the Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest policies.
• Adheres to and promotes the organization’s values.

In view of the evolving needs and opportunities within the organization, this position may be required to perform other duties as assigned and reporting relationships may vary.

Qualifications
Qualifications, Experience, and Skills – Selection Criteria

Essential
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Biological Science, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Technology or other relevant program.

Experience

• 2+ years of relevant experience.
• No minimum experience requirement for Qatar University/UDST Graduates only.

Certification and Licensure

• Meets the requirement for licensure by the State of Qatar Department of Healthcare Professions (DHP) Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) which includes a prometric exam.
• Licensed and/or certified by an accredited licensure body in the home country.

Professional Membership
Participation in Continued Professional Development/Education.

Job Specific Skills and Abilities

• Competent in a broad range of technical processes in the general laboratory.
• Competent in all sections of Blood Transfusion.
• Knowledge/understanding of ISO15189/CPA/CAP/JCI standards and guidelines.
• Able to work as part of a team, but also independently with minimal supervision.
• Required to participate in the 24/7 service provision of the laboratory, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.