A career opportunity awaits at Prime Veterinary Solutions — they are hiring a Veterinary Laboratory Technician in Baidoa. This role falls within the Health/wash sector and requires candidates with 1 - 2 years of relevant experience. Applications are open until Dec, 01. Don't miss this opportunity.
POSITION: VETERINARY LABORATORY TECHNICIAN
Job Identification
Item:
Description
Position Title:
Veterinary Laboratory Technician
Organization:
Prime Veterinary Solutions Company
Duty Station
Baidoa, Bay Region, Southwest State, Somalia
Department:
Veterinary Laboratory and Diagnostic Services
Employment Type:
Full-time
Reports To:
Laboratory Supervisor / Veterinary Services Manager
Supervises:
Laboratory assistants, where assigned
Work Environment:
Veterinary diagnostic laboratory and field sample collection activities
Position Overview
Prime Veterinary
Solutions
Company
seeks
a
qualified, skilled,
and
detail-oriented
Veterinary
Laboratory Technician to support veterinary diagnostic services through the collection, processing,
examination, analysis, and reporting of animal biological specimens.
The
successful
candidate
will
be
responsible
for
conducting
routine
laboratory
investigations,
supporting
disease
diagnosis,
maintaining laboratory equipment,
ensuring
quality
control,
and
implementing appropriate biosafety and biosecurity procedures.
The position will support veterinary clinical services by providing reliable diagnostic information to Veterinary Doctors and other authorized professionals.
The candidate
should have
practical knowledge
of veterinary laboratory procedures, microscopy,
parasitology,
hematology,
basic
microbiology,
specimen
management, laboratory
safety,
and
diagnostic documentation.
Overall, Job Purpose
To
provide accurate,
timely,
and
reliable
veterinary laboratory
diagnostic
services
that
support
animal
disease
identification,
treatment decisions,
disease
surveillance,
and
livestock
health
management.
The position will ensure
that laboratory investigations are
performed using
appropriate procedures,
validated methods where available, and established quality and safety standards.
Key Functional Sectors and Areas of Responsibility
4.1 Veterinary Specimen Collection and Sample Management
ª
Collect, receive, identify, label, and register animal biological specimens.
ª
Collect blood, fecal, urine, skin scrapings, swabs, and other
samples according to approved
procedures.
ª
Ensure appropriate sample collection techniques to minimize
contamination and specimen
deterioration.
ª
Verify patient or animal identification and accompanying sample request information.
ª
Assign unique laboratory identification numbers to specimens.
ª
Ensure appropriate specimen containers, preservatives, and transportation conditions.
ª
Reject or report unsuitable specimens according to established laboratory procedures.
ª
Maintain accurate specimen reception and processing registers.
ª
Ensure proper storage and disposal of collected specimens.
4.2 Parasitological Laboratory Investigations
ª
Perform routine fecal examinations for identification of gastrointestinal parasites.
ª
Conduct
direct
smear
examinations
and
appropriate
concentration
techniques
where
available.
ª
Identify parasite eggs, larvae, cysts, and other diagnostic stages using microscopy.
ª
Support investigations of common livestock parasitic diseases.
ª
Conduct blood parasite examinations using appropriate staining and microscopy methods.
ª
Perform
skin
scraping
examinations
for
suspected
mange
and
other
ectoparasitic
conditions.
ª
Record parasitological findings accurately.
ª
Communicate findings to
the responsible Veterinary Doctor for
interpretation and clinical
decision-making.
4.3 Hematology and Blood Examination
ª
Receive and process blood samples using appropriate anticoagulants.
ª
Prepare peripheral blood smears using standard laboratory techniques.
ª
Perform basic hematological examinations using available laboratory equipment.
ª
Support
measurement
of
hemoglobin,
packed
cell
volume
PCV),
and
other
routine
parameters where equipment is available.
ª
Examine blood films for abnormalities and suspected blood parasites.
ª
Recognize common abnormalities such as anemia and
changes in blood cell
morphology
within the technician's competence.
ª
Maintain accurate hematological records.
ª
Follow standard procedures for sample processing and result validation.
4.4 Microbiology and Bacteriological Investigations
ª
Prepare
appropriate specimens for basic microbiological investigations.
ª
Prepare
culture media
and reagents according to laboratory procedures.
ª
Perform basic bacterial culture procedures where
facilities and authorization permit.
ª
Observe
and document colony characteristics.
ª
Conduct basic staining procedures, including Gram staining.
ª
Maintain aseptic techniques during specimen processing and microbiological procedures.
ª
Support
identification
of
suspected
bacterial pathogens
within
the
laboratory's
available
capacity.
ª
Follow appropriate containment, disinfection, and disposal procedures.
ª
Refer complex or high-risk samples to an appropriately equipped reference laboratory.
4.5 Clinical Biochemistry and Diagnostic Support
ª
Perform routine biochemical tests using available laboratory equipment.
ª
Assist with testing of relevant blood and other biological specimens.
ª
Prepare
reagents and test materials according to manufacturer instructions.
ª
Operate and maintain laboratory analyzers where available.
ª
Monitor the performance of diagnostic equipment and report abnormalities.
ª
Record test results accurately and maintain appropriate quality control documentation.
ª
Ensure that results are communicated through approved reporting channels.
ª
Avoid
interpreting
or
issuing
clinical
diagnoses
outside
the
technician's
professional
authorization.
4.6 Sample Preparation and Microscopy
ª
Prepare slides, smears, wet mounts, and stained specimens.
ª
Operate light microscopes and other diagnostic instruments.
ª
Maintain appropriate microscopy techniques and cleanliness.
ª
Identify visible structures and abnormalities relevant to requested investigations.
ª
Ensure correct slide labeling and specimen traceability.
ª
Maintain microscopy registers and examination records.
ª
Clean and store microscopes and accessories appropriately.
ª
Report equipment faults and technical difficulties promptly.
4.7 Laboratory Equipment and Reagent Management
ª
Operate laboratory equipment according to standard operating procedures.
ª
Conduct routine cleaning, maintenance, and performance checks.
ª
Monitor equipment functionality and identify operational problems.
ª
Maintain equipment inventory and maintenance logs.
ª
Monitor reagent availability, storage conditions, and expiry dates.
ª
Prepare
reagents and solutions according to approved procedures.
ª
Ensure appropriate labeling of prepared reagents.
ª
Maintain appropriate storage and security of laboratory supplies.
ª
Report equipment breakdowns and request servicing when necessary.
4.8 Laboratory Quality Assurance and Quality Control
ª
Follow established laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs).
ª
Perform internal quality control checks according to available methods.
ª
Ensure accurate identification and traceability of specimens.
ª
Monitor the quality of reagents, stains, and laboratory consumables.
ª
Identify errors in sample collection, processing, and reporting.
ª
Maintain laboratory quality control records.
ª
Participate in internal audits and laboratory quality improvement activities.
ª
Ensure that results are reviewed and released through authorized procedures.
ª
Support corrective actions when laboratory errors or quality problems are identified.
4.9 Biosafety, Biosecurity, and Infection Prevention
ª
Apply laboratory biosafety and biosecurity procedures at all times.
ª
Use
appropriate personal protective
equipment (PPE), including gloves, laboratory coats,
and protective
eyewear where
required.
ª
Follow appropriate specimen handling and containment procedures.
ª
Disinfect laboratory benches and working surfaces regularly.
ª
Ensure safe handling of potentially infectious specimens.
ª
Segregate
and
dispose
of
biological,
sharps,
chemical,
and
general
laboratory
waste
appropriately.
ª
Maintain hand hygiene and laboratory cleanliness.
ª
Report accidental exposure, spills, injuries, and suspected laboratory-acquired infections
immediately.
ª
Prevent unauthorized access to laboratory areas and biological materials.
About Baidoa
Baidoa is the interim capital of the South West State of Somalia. The city is strategically important for humanitarian operations and has a significant presence of international and local organizations working on food security, health, and livelihood programs. It offers opportunities for professionals in the humanitarian and development sectors.
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