Head, Medical Laboratory

Job title : Head, Medical Laboratory

Job Description

• The Head of Medical Laboratory will be responsible for the overall supervision, coordination, and effective management of the hospital’s laboratory operations.
• The successful candidate will ensure the delivery of accurate, timely, and reliable laboratory services while maintaining professional standards, quality control, proper documentation, and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• The role requires a qualified and experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist with strong leadership, administrative, and organizational abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the medical laboratory.
• Supervise, coordinate, and manage laboratory staff and workflow.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and reliable processing and reporting of laboratory results.
• Establish and maintain effective laboratory quality control and quality assurance procedures.
• Ensure proper handling, identification, storage, and processing of patient samples.
• Monitor laboratory equipment, reagents, consumables, and inventory levels.
• Ensure proper documentation, record-keeping, and maintenance of laboratory registers.
• Develop and implement laboratory procedures, work instructions, and operational standards.
• Ensure compliance with applicable medical laboratory, health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor staff performance, attendance, discipline, and professional development.
• Prepare laboratory reports and provide operational updates to hospital management.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance, calibration, and timely reporting of faults.
• Ensure proper infection prevention and control practices within the laboratory.
• Manage laboratory-related complaints and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Liaise with hospital management, medical staff, and other departments to ensure effective service delivery.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and laboratory records.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by hospital management.

Education and Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS) or an equivalent recognized qualification.
• Must be registered with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN).
• Possession of a valid practicing licence.
• Relevant professional certifications or postgraduate qualifications will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant post-qualification experience in a medical laboratory setting.
• Proven experience in laboratory supervision, coordination, or management.
• Experience in quality control, laboratory documentation, and staff supervision.
• Experience working in a hospital or diagnostic laboratory environment.
• Administrative or management experience will be an added advantage.
• Experience in equipment management, inventory control, and laboratory reporting is desirable.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent organizational and administrative abilities.
• Good knowledge of medical laboratory operations and procedures.
• Strong understanding of laboratory quality control and quality assurance.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to supervise staff and manage laboratory workflow effectively.
• Good documentation and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate professional judgment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and laboratory information systems will be an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional ethics.

Other Requirements:

• Preferably 40 years and above.
• Applicants residing in Obigbo/Oyigbo or nearby areas will have an advantage.
• Must demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Must be physically and mentally capable of performing the duties of the role.
• Must be willing to comply with hospital policies, procedures, and operational standards.
• Must be able to work effectively with doctors, nurses, laboratory staff, management, and other hospital personnel.
• Must be willing to provide relevant professional credentials and references when required.

Remuneration and Benefits

• Monthly Salary: N200,000 – N350,000, negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
• Salary will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience, leadership ability, and overall suitability for the role.
• Other benefits may be discussed during the interview and will be subject to hospital policy.