Laboratory Technician

Emel Hospital Festac Town, Lagos, Nigeria isa multi-specialists’ hospital, situated at 21 Road, Z Close in Festac Town, Amuwo Odofin Local Government Lagos, Nigeria. Emel Hospital is a purpose-built 44 bed hospital situated on a piece of land specially approved for its purpose by the Federal Housing Authority.

Emel Hospital was established in 1988 by Dr. Olufemi Mobolaji-Lawal, a consultant paediatrician. Dr. Mobolaji-Lawal trained as a doctor at the University College Hospital, Ibadan and as a paediatrician in the United Kingdom. Prior to setting Emel Hospital, he worked for some time as consultant paediatrician at Ikeja General Hospital (now Lagos State University Teaching Hospital), Lagos. He is the board chairman and his wife, Dr. (Mrs) Margaret Mobolaji-Lawal is a non-executive director.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Laboratory Technician 

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, label, process, and properly handle patient specimens.
• Perform routine laboratory investigations within the approved scope of practice.
• Assist with sample collection, preparation, and processing.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment appropriately.
• Prepare reagents and other materials required for laboratory investigations.
• Assist with quality control procedures and ensure accurate test results.
• Maintain proper laboratory records, registers, and documentation.
• Ensure proper storage and disposal of specimens and laboratory waste.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and orderliness within the laboratory.
• Adhere strictly to infection prevention, biosafety, confidentiality, and laboratory procedures.
• Report equipment faults, abnormal results, or other concerns promptly to the Medical Laboratory Scientist/Supervisor.
• Work effectively with other members of the laboratory and healthcare team.

Requirements

• BSC/HND in Medical Laboratory Technology or a relevant qualification from a recognized institution.
• 1–2 years relevant experience in a hospital or diagnostic laboratory is an advantage.
• Valid registration and practising licence with the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN), where applicable.