Quintiles South Africa: Medical Technologist 2

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15 May, 2010

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Healthcare Jobs in South Africa

Quintiles is the only fully integrated bio and pharmaceutical services provider offering clinical, commercial, consulting and capital solutions. Our 23,000 employees in 60 countries have helped develop or commercialize all of the top 30 best-selling drugs. Quintiles South Africa recruits: Medical Technologist 2

Job Description

The Clinical Development Services division of Quintiles has more depth of therapeutic expertise and a broader range of services than any other service provider. We conduct Global trials in all therapeutic areas.  In fact, Quintiles conducts more clinical trials than anyone else in the world.
Become involved in work that improves the quality of life for people around the globe.  Let your career soar! We are seeking an enthusiastic Medical Technologist to join our team.
PURPOSE
Perform a variety of testing procedures of moderate to high complexity to obtain data for use in clinical trials research.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform a variety of testing procedures of moderate to high complexity.
Evaluate validity of specimen results as per standard operating procedure (SOP) guidelines. Document all corrective actions taken.
Provide oversight and guidance to Medical/Histo Laboratory Technicians and/or Assistants.
Assist with training of new staff within the assigned group.
Train staff Medical Technologists and Medical/Histo Laboratory Technicians and/or Assistants in proper laboratory techniques for existing and new methods.
Maintain quality control of laboratory testing to ensure accurate and timely lab reporting.
Document corrective and preventative actions taken using good documentation practices.
Assist management in establishing new methodologies.
Assist in completion of validation packages.
Assist management with implementing SOPs for laboratory testing and safety procedures.
Implement changes in laboratory notifying all employees of necessary changes.
Notify management when updates to department SOP manuals are needed to reflect procedural changes.
Follow safety procedures as per laboratory SOPs.
Collaborate with Project Manager with client requests and concerns.
Notify management of any delays in testing and any related factors.
Identify appropriate vendors and orders laboratory supplies as directed by management in order to maintain consistent workflow.
Participate in continuing education through self-study, attending off-site lectures and preparing programs to share with coworkers.
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