Bristol Park Hospital is a licensed healthcare provider that has been in the business for over 15 years offering quality and affordable healthcare services in Nairobi, Kitengela, and Machakos. Our vision is to be a world-class provider of quality, innovative, and accessible Healthcare Solutions. Our institution is seeking to recruit a highly talented and dynamic professional to fill the following position.
LABORATORY QUALITY CONTROL OFFICER
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the incumbent will support the hospital attain ISO 15189:
2012 accreditation while ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and compliance of laboratory testing procedures. The role also involves developing and implementing quality assurance programs, monitoring laboratory performance, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Develop, implement, and maintain laboratory quality assurance programs.
• Establish and maintain quality control (QC) procedures to ensure the accuracy of test results
• Monitor laboratory activities to ensure compliance with established quality standards
and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with national and international regulatory bodies
• Prepare and coordinate laboratory accreditation and certification processes.
• Maintain documentation for audits and inspections, ensuring readiness for regulatory
reviews.
• Conduct regular internal audits to assess laboratory compliance with quality
standards.
• Identify non-conformities and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Analyze laboratory performance data and report findings to management.
• Develop, review, and update laboratory SOPs to align with best practices and
regulatory requirements.
• Ensure laboratory staff adhere to SOPs and provide training when updates occur.
• Develop and conduct quality assurance training programs for laboratory personnel.
• Evaluate staff competency in performing laboratory tests and maintaining quality
standards.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and quality awareness within the
laboratory.
• Investigate laboratory errors, incidents, and deviations, ensuring appropriate
documentation and resolution.
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend improvements to reduce quality-related
risks.
• Implement and monitor proficiency testing programs.
• Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Monitor reagent and supply quality to prevent contamination or expired materials
from affecting test results.
• Support the laboratory to attain ISO 15189:2012 Accreditation.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a clinical laboratory, with a focus on quality
assurance.
• Registration Certificate and valid practicing license issued by KMLTTB.
• Knowledge of laboratory regulations, accreditation standards, and quality management
systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Proficiency in Healthcare management information systems and Microsoft Office
applications.
• Must Be trained on ISO 15189:2012
• Experience working in an ISO 15189:2012 accredited Laboratory.
• Certificate in computer application
• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science and Technology or its
equivalent
• Certification in Quality Assurance, Laboratory Management, or related field preferred.
Interested and qualified candidates are requested to forward their updated CV and academic
qualifications to humanresource@bristolpark.or.ke stating the subject heading LABORATORY QUALITY CONTROL OFFICER on or before 21st March 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
