Laboratory Technician/Technologist

Job Description

Title: Laboratory Technician/Technologist

Company Name: Partners in Health and Development (PHD)

Vacancy: 2

Location: Cox's Bazar (Teknaf)

Minimum Salary: Negotiable

Published: 20 Apr 2025

Education:
∎ Diploma in Medical Technology (Laboratory) Under the State Medical Faculty of Bangladesh and recognized by BMDC
∎ A minimum of 03 years of experience in a clinical lab setting is required; prior humanitarian/camp experience is preferred.
∎ Education:
∎ Diploma in Medical Technology (Laboratory) Under the State Medical Faculty of Bangladesh and recognized by BMDC
∎ Experience:
∎ A minimum of 03 years of experience in a clinical lab setting is required; prior humanitarian/camp experience is preferred.

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Proficiency in point-of-care testing.
∎ Familiarity with disease surveillance and outbreak testing protocols.
∎ Understanding of IPC and biomedical waste management.
∎ IT Skills: Basic knowledge of computer applications (MS-Office) is desirable.
∎ Language: Basic English and Bangla; knowledge of Rohingya or Chittagonian dialect is a plus.
∎ Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
∎ Ability to work in low-resource, high-demand environments.
∎ Good interpersonal and communication skills with clinical teams.
∎ Confidentiality and ethical practice in handling patient information.
∎ Technical Skills:
∎ Proficiency in point-of-care testing.
∎ Familiarity with disease surveillance and outbreak testing protocols.
∎ Understanding of IPC and biomedical waste management.
∎ IT Skills: Basic knowledge of computer applications (MS-Office) is desirable.
∎ Language: Basic English and Bangla; knowledge of Rohingya or Chittagonian dialect is a plus.
∎ Competencies:
∎ Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
∎ Ability to work in low-resource, high-demand environments.
∎ Good interpersonal and communication skills with clinical teams.
∎ Confidentiality and ethical practice in handling patient information.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Collect and properly label biological specimens (blood, urine, stool, sputum, swabs) following standard safety and IPC protocols.
∎ Ensure accurate handling, processing, and interpretation of test results.
∎ Adhere to proper sample storage and timely disposal of biohazard waste.
∎ Participate in internal and external quality control programs.
∎ Maintain detailed records of test results in lab registers and digital formats (where applicable).
∎ Share results with clinicians promptly and maintain confidentiality.
∎ Submit daily, weekly, and monthly laboratory reports to the supervisor.
∎ Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment.
∎ Monitor stock levels of reagents, test kits, and consumables, and notify for replenishment.
∎ Ensure the lab is clean, well-organized, and fully functional at all times.
∎ Strictly follow PPE use, hand hygiene, disinfection, and waste segregation protocols.
∎ Ensure biohazard containers are used and properly disposed of per guidelines.
∎ Purpose of the Position:
∎ The Laboratory Technologist is tasked with conducting diagnostic tests and managing laboratory-related responsibilities to support uninterrupted 24/7 operations at the Primary Health Care Centre (PHCC) in Camp-21, Teknaf. The role involves ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality laboratory services, supporting accurate diagnostics based on identified needs, maintaining testing precision, contributing to disease surveillance, and participating in outbreak response efforts within the designated service area.
∎ Key Responsibilities:
∎ Sample Collection & Testing:
∎ Collect and properly label biological specimens (blood, urine, stool, sputum, swabs) following standard safety and IPC protocols.
∎ Quality Control & Assurance:
∎ Ensure accurate handling, processing, and interpretation of test results.
∎ Adhere to proper sample storage and timely disposal of biohazard waste.
∎ Participate in internal and external quality control programs.
∎ Documentation & Reporting:
∎ Maintain detailed records of test results in lab registers and digital formats (where applicable).
∎ Share results with clinicians promptly and maintain confidentiality.
∎ Submit daily, weekly, and monthly laboratory reports to the supervisor.
∎ Equipment & Supply Management:
∎ Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment.
∎ Monitor stock levels of reagents, test kits, and consumables, and notify for replenishment.
∎ Ensure the lab is clean, well-organized, and fully functional at all times.
∎ Infection Prevention and Control (IPC):
∎ Strictly follow PPE use, hand hygiene, disinfection, and waste segregation protocols.
∎ Ensure biohazard containers are used and properly disposed of per guidelines.

Employment Status: Contractual

Job Location: Cox's Bazar (Teknaf)

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Special Note:

PHD maintain ZERO TOLERANCE towards discrimination, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) and any harm to Child. All employees are expected to abide by the code of conducts and Protection from Sexual Exploitation/GBV and Child Safeguarding Policy of PHD. Women are encouraged to apply and Smokers are discouraged from applying. As such, our selection process includes rigorous background checks.

Apply Procedure:

Only online application will be acceptable and interested candidates can apply online to hr@phd-bd.com on or before 21st April 2025 with their CVs, a cover letter and a passport size photograph addressing to the Managing Director, Partners in Health and Development (PHD), House # SWD 12A, Road # 8, Gulshan-1, Dhaka 1212. Mention clearly the name of position in the mail. Only short-listed candidates will be called for interview.

This recruitment possesses equality of opportunity and non-discrimination for all job applicants. We seek to ensure diversity in our workforce regardless of gender, race, religious beliefs, nationality, ethnic/national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, and disability.

Any convicted child abuser will be disqualified. Partners in Health and Development is an equal opportunity employer.