Responsibilities:
Provide information & instruction to patients on how to provide urine, oral and blood specimens
Proper labeling of specimens, completion of requisitions and all other needed information
Prepare specimens and requisition forms, including packaging of the specimens into biohazard bags for shipping
Ensure samples are shipped to the lab in the appropriate amount of time and maintain supporting records/manifests
Ensure specimen disposal is carried out in accordance with management protocols of biohazards
Complete accurately requisition forms and assist with all missing information requests when needed
Confirm reports generated by laboratory for specimens are processed and facilitate inquiries to laboratory
Define and ensure that Antara's guidelines and protocols for managing sample collection and management are current and strictly followed
Ensure that proper inventory management of lab supplies and other items is carried out regularly (including stock-takes)
Countercheck and verify patient information, insurance details and diagnostic test information is correct for each patient for whom testing is being carried out
Thorough knowledge of all processes and will act as liaison between clinic and laboratory
Accurately enter patient test data in Antara's systems for proper documentation
Dispatch, collect point-of-care (POC) data including height and weight, & POC tests
Educate beneficiaries on proper usage of devices
Collect and dispatch medicine, marketing materials, others in a timely way
Support with administrative tasks where needed both in-field and at the office
Safeguard Antara Health assets, including the medical equipment and the vehicles
Drive vehicle (e/motorbike or other) carefully, and in compliance with the law
Contribute to design of logistics workflows, tasks, dashboards
Requirements:
At least 3 years' working experience in a laboratory
Registered and have an active license with the The Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB)
Have phlebotomy certification from an accredited institution; medical laboratory course would be an added advantage
Licensed to operate a motorcycle (A3 license)
Strong written and verbal communication skills in at least English and Kiswahili
Strong interpersonal skills
Computer skills
Strong work ethic and able to work independently