Licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist at BridgeHedge Limited – Ikeja, Lagos

BridgeHedge Limited is recruiting a Licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist in Ikeja, Lagos, to carry out laboratory tests, maintain reliable diagnostic results and uphold professional quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and supervise investigations in haematology, microbiology, chemical pathology, immunology and parasitology.
• Collect, label, prepare and analyse patient specimens using approved laboratory procedures.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot and maintain analytical laboratory equipment.
• Validate and interpret test findings, prepare accurate reports and meet required turnaround times.
• Keep complete testing records and report critical or abnormal results to medical colleagues promptly.
• Implement internal quality control, assurance, audits and external assessment programmes.
• Maintain safety, infection-prevention and regulatory standards and protect patient confidentiality.
• Guide laboratory technicians and other supporting staff and monitor reagents, consumables and equipment stock.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and service improvement.

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS) from a recognised institution.
• Valid practising licence issued by the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN) and appropriate professional registration.
• One to two years’ relevant experience is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of diagnostic techniques, quality systems and modern laboratory equipment.
• Accuracy, analytical judgement, sound ethics, time management and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, collaborate with clinicians and provide technical guidance.