Laboratory Technologist

Join Pharo Health — Building the Future of Specialized Healthcare in Africa

Pharo Health Ethiopia, a portfolio company of Pharo Ventures, is redefining the future of premium healthcare delivery in the Horn of Africa.

We are establishing a state-of-the-art specialty and diagnostic center in Addis Ababa designed to deliver world-class, patient-centered care through advanced medical technology, exceptional clinical talent, and seamless multidisciplinary collaboration.

As an early member of our specialist team, you will have the rare opportunity to help shape a modern healthcare institution from the ground up — one built on clinical excellence, innovation, compassion, and impact.

🌍Our vision extends beyond a single facility. We aim to build a leading healthcare network that expands access to high-quality specialist care across Ethiopia and the wider region.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled, detail-oriented, and quality-driven Laboratory Technologist to join our growing diagnostic team.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a modern, technology-enabled laboratory, delivering accurate and timely diagnostic services that support exceptional patient care. The successful candidate will perform a wide range of laboratory tests while maintaining the highest standards of quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.

We are looking for a professional who combines strong technical expertise with attention to detail, collaboration, integrity, and a genuine commitment to clinical excellence.

✨ If you are motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping build one of the region's most ambitious healthcare organizations, we would love to hear from you.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Specimen Management & Pre-analytical Processing

• Receive, verify, and accept or reject specimens in accordance with pre-analytical acceptance criteria.
• Confirm patient identity, test requests, and specimen labelling accuracy before processing.
• Centrifuge, aliquot, and store specimens in appropriate conditions to maintain sample integrity.
• Maintain specimen traceability from receipt through result release, ensuring full chain of custody.
• Manage urgent samples with prioritization to minimize turnaround time.

2. Test Performance & Analytical Execution

• Perform hematology tests including CBC, differential count, reticulocyte count, blood film morphology, and coagulation studies using automated and manual methods.
• Execute biochemistry assays including liver function tests, renal function tests, electrolytes, lipid profiles, cardiac markers, glucose and HbA1c, hormones, thyroid function, and tumour markers.
• Conduct immunology and serology using CLIA and rapid lateral flow methods.
• Perform urinalysis, pregnancy testing, microalbumin, and 24-hour urine studies.
• Carry out microbiological investigations including culture and sensitivity, Gram stain, acid-fast staining, and parasitology.
• Process and prepare histopathology specimens including gross description, embedding, sectioning, H&E staining, and special stains as required.
• Operate all laboratory analysers, microscopes, centrifuges, and ancillary equipment according to standard operating procedures.

3. Quality Control & Assurance

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly internal quality control (IQC) procedures using international rules and document all QC results.
• Participate in external quality assessment schemes (EQA/PT) and resolve any outlier results through root cause analysis.
• Verify calibration status, lot numbers, and expiry of reagents before each analytical run.
• Identify, document, and escalate analytical errors, critical values, and instrument flags promptly.
• Maintain complete and accurate records in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and ensure timely result authorization.

4. Equipment Operation & Maintenance

• Perform daily start-up, shutdown, and preventive maintenance of all assigned analysers per manufacturer protocols.
• Conduct and document function checks, linearity validation, and correlation studies.
• Report equipment malfunctions, reagent shortages, and consumable needs to the laboratory supervisor in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free workstation and laboratory environment always. 

5. Safety, Infection Control & Compliance

• Follow universal precautions, biosafety Level 2 practices, and PPE requirements during all specimen handling.
• Manage biohazardous waste according to institutional and regulatory disposal guidelines.
• Adhere to chemical safety protocols for hazardous reagents including proper labelling, storage, and spill management.
• Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and institutional standards relevant to laboratory practice in Ethiopia.

6. Reporting, Communication & Continuous Improvement

• Release verified patient results accurately and on time through the LIS; flag and communicate critical values to the requesting clinician immediately.
• Prepare and submit workload statistics, QC summaries, TAT reports, and incident documentation as required.
• Participate in competency assessments, proficiency testing, continuing education, and in-service training programmes.
• Contribute to the development and review of standard operating procedures, work instructions, and quality documents.
• Maintain professional registration, CPD requirements, and ethical standards as required by the International and relevant regulatory bodies.

N.B: Additional duties may be assigned based on service needs, operational priorities, and organizational requirements.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology (B.Sc. MLT). Additional certification in a specialist area is an advantage.
• Valid professional license to practice as a Laboratory Technologist in Ethiopia.
• Minimum 3 years of post-qualification laboratory experience in a clinical or diagnostic setting. Experience in a multi-discipline laboratory is preferred.
• Proficiency in hematology, clinical chemistry, serology, microbiology, and urinalysis.
• High attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, ability to work under pressure, and commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and patient safety.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Amharic.

How To Apply

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What to Submit:

• Your resume
• A short application letter

No need to include educational credentials or work certificates at this stage.

We’re excited to hear from you—keep it simple and let your experience speak for itself!

Why Apply Now?

• Rolling Review Process: We review applications as they come in, so don’t wait! Apply early to ensure your application is considered.

• Only Shortlisted Candidates: Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.

We can't wait to learn more about you and how you can contribute to our mission of fostering a self-reliant Africa. Join us and help make an impact!