Medical Laboratory Scientist (Microbiology Specialist) at Lily Hospitals – Warri

Lily Hospitals Limited is recruiting a full-time Medical Laboratory Scientist specialising in Microbiology in Warri, Delta State. The position supports clinical diagnosis and patient care through accurate microbiological testing and timely laboratory reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Receive, prepare, culture and examine clinical specimens, including blood, urine, swabs, sputum and other body fluids.
• Identify microorganisms through microscopy, culture, biochemical and automated techniques.
• Perform antimicrobial susceptibility testing and help report clinically important findings.
• Maintain quality controls, equipment calibration, reagent stocks and reliable laboratory records.
• Validate test results, meet turnaround targets and promptly escalate unusual or critical findings.
• Follow infection-prevention, biosafety and waste-disposal procedures.
• Participate in quality-assurance activities and help train or supervise junior personnel when required.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a closely related field.
• Current professional registration or licence as required by the relevant regulator.
• Two to four years of post-NYSC clinical microbiology laboratory experience.
• Working knowledge of bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, specimen handling and susceptibility testing.
• Strong analytical skills, accuracy, confidentiality, teamwork and communication.
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems and quality-management practices is an advantage.

Benefits

The hospital offers a competitive salary and benefits package, professional development, access to modern laboratory equipment, annual leave and a collaborative diagnostic environment.