Job Summary

New Leaf Medical Complex is seeking competent, patient-centered, and detail-oriented Laboratory Technologists to join our growing laboratory team at both Junior and Senior levels.

The Laboratory Technologist will support the delivery of safe, accurate, timely, and high-quality diagnostic laboratory services, including specimen collection, processing, testing, quality control, documentation, and patient-centered laboratory support.

We are looking for candidates at two levels:

• Junior Laboratory Technologist (Phlebotomy): BSc in Laboratory Science/Technology with 1–3 years of experience, with strong practical competency in phlebotomy and specimen collection.

• Senior Laboratory Technologist: MSc in Laboratory Science/Technology or related field with 3–4 years of relevant laboratory experience, with demonstrated technical, quality assurance, and supervisory capabilities.

🔑 Key Responsibilities

1. Laboratory Testing & Technical Services

• Perform laboratory investigations according to approved SOPs and quality standards.

• Collect, receive, identify, label, process, and handle specimens accurately.

• Ensure timely and accurate laboratory results.

• Operate laboratory equipment and follow appropriate testing procedures.

• Identify and report technical or specimen-related issues.

2. Phlebotomy & Specimen Management

• Perform safe and professional venipuncture and blood collection.

• Properly identify and prepare patients before specimen collection.

• Ensure correct specimen type, quantity, labeling, and transportation.

• Apply appropriate infection prevention and sharps-safety procedures.

3. Quality Assurance & Patient Safety

• Follow laboratory quality control and quality assurance procedures.

• Maintain accuracy and reliability of laboratory results.

• Participate in internal quality assessments, audits, and improvement activities.

• Maintain laboratory biosafety and infection prevention standards.

• Report incidents, errors, and safety concerns promptly.

4. Equipment, Reagents & Inventory

• Ensure laboratory equipment is properly operated and maintained.

• Report equipment malfunction and support troubleshooting.

• Monitor reagents, consumables, and laboratory supplies.

• Support proper inventory control and minimize wastage.

5. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate laboratory and patient records.

• Ensure confidentiality of patient information.

• Prepare laboratory activity, quality, and performance reports.

• Utilize LIS/HIS/EMR and other laboratory information systems effectively.

6. Teamwork & Professional Development

• Work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

• Participate in departmental meetings and quality improvement activities.

• Maintain professional competence through continuous learning and training.

7. Senior-Level Responsibilities

Senior Laboratory Technologists will additionally:

• Provide technical guidance and supervision to junior laboratory staff.

• Review quality control results and support corrective actions.

• Assist with staff competency assessment and technical training.

• Support laboratory audits, quality improvement, and process optimization.

• Assist in managing laboratory equipment, reagents, and operational requirements.

Job Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Junior Laboratory Technologist – Phlebotomy

• BSc Degree in Medical Laboratory Science/Laboratory Technology or related field.

• Valid professional license/registration.

• 1–3 years of relevant laboratory experience.

• Strong practical experience in phlebotomy, venipuncture, and specimen collection.

• Hospital or medical laboratory experience is highly preferred.

• Good knowledge of infection prevention, laboratory safety, and specimen handling.

Senior Laboratory Technologist

• MSc Degree in Medical Laboratory Science/Laboratory Technology or related field.

• Valid professional license/registration.

• 3–4 years of relevant laboratory experience.

• Strong clinical laboratory testing and quality management experience.

• Demonstrated ability to supervise, guide, and support junior laboratory staff.

• Hospital or medical laboratory experience is highly preferred.

• Experience with laboratory equipment, quality control, and troubleshooting.

Required Skills

• Clinical laboratory testing

• Phlebotomy and specimen collection

• Laboratory quality control and assurance

• Infection prevention and laboratory safety

• Laboratory equipment operation

• Documentation and reporting

• LIS/HIS/EMR systems

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• Communication and teamwork

Additional Advantage

• Direct experience in a hospital or medical complex laboratory

• Experience with automated laboratory analyzers

• Knowledge of laboratory quality management systems

• Experience with LIS/EMR/HIS

• BLS or other relevant healthcare certification

• For Senior level: experience in staff training, supervision, and quality improvement

• Career growth within a rapidly expanding medical complex

How To Apply

⚠️ Important Note

Applicants must clearly indicate the position title and their current city/town of residence in the subject line of the email or application document.

Examples:

• Junior Laboratory Technologist (Phlebotomy) – Addis Ababa

• MSc Senior Laboratory Technologist – Addis Ababa

📩 Submission Address

By Email:
hr@newleaffertility.org

In Person:
New Leaf Medical Complex PLC (NLMC)
Lebu, In front of Tomoca Coffee
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia