Aga Khan University Hospitals in Karachi, Pakistan and Nairobi, Kenya are private, not-for-profit institutions providing high quality health care. The Main Hospitals serve as the principal sites for clinical training for the University's Medical Colleges and Schools of Nursing and Midwifery in Pakistan and East Africa. Our Vision of Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi is to be the premier, tertiary, teaching and referral health care facility in sub-Saharan Africa. ​For over fifty years, Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUH) has been taking care of families in East Africa. As a private, not-for-profit hospital, we strive to provide access to quality healthcare to all who need it. At AKUH, patients are our first priority. Our team of medical professionals, faculty and staff are here to provide you and your loved ones with the highest standards of healthcare. We are committed to working together to ensure that you and your family receive outstanding medical services, first-rate facilities and compassionate care. The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi has set the standard for comprehensive healthcare and modern medical education in East Africa. Our dedicated staff, advanced facilities and state-of-the-art technologies have earned the hospital great reputation as a leading medical institution and teaching hospital in the region, and beyond. Patients benefit from our unique team-based approach to car​e, which enables you to benefit from the diverse expertise of our entire team of medical professionals. As the teaching hospital for Aga Khan University’s Medical College and School of Nursing and Midwifery, we practice an evidence-based approach to medicine, driven by the cutting-edge research conducted by our experienced faculty members. Our approach to care is guided by our core principles of Quality, Access, Impact and Relevance.​Job Summary Reporting to the Section Head Chemistry, the Laboratory Technologist will ensure provision of effective, efficient, quality laboratory analytical services in the Laboratory. Responsibilities Receive specimens for general and specialized chemistry for assays Maintain appropriate internal QC on chemistry/special  chemistry analyzers Manage routine and planned preventive maintenance of equipment in the section Analyze tests with maximum efficiency to produce valid results ensuring maximum utilization of reagents and time Communicate urgent critical results to all concerned within recommended period of time and maintain appropriate documentation Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives Participate in continuous medical education Observe and comply with Health and Safety regulations in the laboratory by maintaining high standards of hygiene and general cleanliness in work areas Prepare and package samples at appropriate temperature   to be outsourced and hand-over to collection agents Develop and implement SOPs in general and special chemistry Requirements Higher Diploma in clinical chemistry or Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences from a recognized institution; Registration with Kenya Medical Laboratory Technician and Technologists Board is mandatory; Minimum 3 (three) years’ working experience; Demonstrable computer literacy; Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; Positive attitude towards work and other members of the team; Ability to work under pressure; Unquestionable integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality. Professional attitude and strong work ethic with attention to timeliness.