Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist

Responsible for diagnosis of the gynae and non-gynae samples by evaluating and interpreting the cells from patient samples. To assist in the supervision and maintenance of daily operations in the pathology laboratory.

Job Responsibilities The senior cytotechnologist should work independently and/or under the guidance of the pathologist and other health care professionals Liaise with other departments to assist and ensure the smooth workflow in the laboratory Maintain a safe working environment by ensuring compliance with local health and safety legislation and following recommendations of bodies such as NCCLS and OSHE Ensure department’s compliance with good laboratory practices as set out by the Laboratory Accreditation Program of the College of American Pathologists and Singapore regulatory agencies such as the Medical Audit & Accreditation Unit Participate in the primary and secondary diagnostic screening of the gynaecological and non- gynaecological samples Provide FNA services for the specialists’ clinics, radiology/endoscopy department and wards Assist and/or take initiative in contributing to quality improvement in clinical service Supervise daily distribution of workload Participate in quality control procedures, including the external quality assurance programs and to maintain high quality standards Assist in trouble shooting and problem solving of all quality control and operational matters Ensure that all enquiries and problems are handled in a courteous and professional manner Must be proficient in the use of LIS (EPIC), the laboratory informative system To ascertain professional competency by maintaining high levels of concentration required to provide good quality service Maintain all required log books/sheets for routine QC checks in the laboratory including staining, mounting, labeling and equipment maintenance Familiar with and responsible for regular checking and updating of the laboratory Quality Assurance and Procedure Manuals To support and assist in the training of resident pathologist as well as to actively participate in the training program for newly recruited Cytotech's

. Job Requirements Degree in Biological/Life Sciences preferred Possess a valid IAC (International Academy of Cytology) certificate in gynae and non-gynae Cytology or a recognized Cytology certificate from a recognized institution 5 years of work experience with a degree, or 8 years of work experience in a Cytology laboratory preferred Able to work independently and as a team member Demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities Possess excellent organizational and communication skills Computer literate