Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The person should be competent in performing various tasks to support the laboratory operation such as processing of information, records, communication and data entry in the laboratory information system. This person is responsible for the general housekeeping and cleaning of labware and will assist to receive goods, consumables and specimens.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Man the specimen reception room, receive and process specimens to identify suitability for testing.
• Answer telephone calls promptly and provide appropriate response to callers
• Receive and check test requests and perform order entry into the laboratory information system and print labels.
• Label specimens accurately and distribute them to the appropriate sections.
• Prepare and maintain accurate laboratory records.
• Prepare specimens, test requests and reports for dispatch when required.
• Assist to perform simple quality control as directed by senior/medical technologist.
• Assist to receive laboratory consumables/reagents/test kits and miscellaneous items and store them appropriately.
• Prepare and pack laboratory consumables/supplies for dispatch to external clients such as general practitioner, hospital laboratories when required.
• Assist to prepare and replenish stock/consumables for different sections, including BSL3 facility.
• Clean and maintain laboratory work area where necessary to avoid contamination, including the various rooms (e.g. lab ware and linen, reagent preparation room, etc)
• Perform general cleaning of laboratory equipment as directed by senior/medical technologist.
• Perform laundry duties such as washing, drying of lab coats/linens, etc.
• Assist to replenish inventory of computer supplies and perform minor computer/printer maintenance in the laboratory, when required.
• To maintain strict level of confidentiality regarding laboratory results and records.
• Complies with all safety and infection control policies and standard procedures of NPHL, TTSH and MOH BioSafety Branch.
• Perform any other designated administrative, technical and/or lab duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Candidate must possess at least GCE 'O' / 'N' Level, Nitec / Higher Nitec in BioTechnology / Medical Laboratory.
• Relevant experience preferred.
• Able to organise and prioritise work for timely completion.
• Effective communication skills in both verbal and writing.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Follow general hospital and lab policies, concerning dress codes, professional conduct, attendance punctuality, documentation, performance criteria and other directives issued.

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Institution

Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH)

Job Family

Allied Health

Working Hours

Office Hours

Education Level

N-Levels, O-Levels, NITEC / Higher NITEC

Employment Type

Contract Full-Time