General Position Summary
The incumbent will be responsible for screening TB patients during the chest camps held at assigned districts. These camps will be organized with the help of a mobile screening van following the Operational Guidelines. The incumbent will work in close coordination with the medical imaging technician in a mobile screening van. The overall job responsibility is to identify the presumptive TB cases and perform the Xpert test. Preparing a detailed report of each mobile screening camp and submit it to the ACF Coordinator. S/he will support and coordinate with the District Filed Supervisors (DFSs) for the site selection of mobile- -screening camps.
The incumbent will maintain a positive working relationship within the team and with the district health authorities of project districts.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- The incumbent should have a full-time presence at the mobile screening camp for providing Xpert test services to beneficiaries coming to the camp.
- The incumbent will be working 6 days a week and moving from one district to another to conduct screening camps for TB patients.
- Taking sputum samples from the presumptive TB cases identified through camps, advise the patient how to provide a good quality sputum sample.
- Prepare sputum samples for the Gene Xpert test as per SOPs.
- Maintain the temperature of sputum samples and cartridges as per national guidelines.
- Ensure daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance of the Gene Xpert machine.
- Follow SOPs for regularly checking equipment for malfunction/errors and immediate reporting.
- Ensure that the calibration of the Gene Xpert machine is done well on time.
- Keep the equipment neat and clean and avoid dust entry by properly covering the equipment after camp.
- Ensure the safety and security of the Gene Xpert machine and its accessories.
- Inform the District Field supervisors about the results of the Xpert test and ensure the registration of B+ve patients.
- Prepare monthly statistical records of the screened, presumptive, and positive TB cases and submit them to the ACF Coordinator.
- Attend training on the handling of the Gene Xpert machine.
- Perform other required tasks assigned by the supervisor.
Security
- Ensure compliance with security procedures and policies as determined by country leadership.
- Proactively ensure that team members operate in a secure environment and are aware of policies.
Organizational Learning
- As part of our commitment to organizational learning and in support of our understanding that learning organizations are more effective, efficient, and relevant to the communities they serve, we expect all team members to commit 5% of their time to learning activities that benefit Mercy Corps as well as themselves.
Accountability to Beneficiaries
- Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically
to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring, and evaluation of our field projects.
- Team members are expected to conduct themselves professionally and respect local laws, customs, and MC's policies, procedures, and values at all times and in all in-country venues.
Supervisory Responsibility
N/A
Accountability
Reports Directly To: Coordinator -ACF
Works Directly With: In close coordination with the Regional Coordinator, Medical Imaging Technician, and the District Field Supervisor.
Knowledge and Experience
Candidates with a Diploma in medical laboratory technician or F.Sc. in medical laboratory technology from a recognized institute, having 3 years’ experience working in clinical /microbiology laboratory. Additional qualifications such as a Diploma or Certification in IT/computer skills will be an added advantage.
Experience working in the TB laboratory will be an asset. Knowledge about biosafety in the TB laboratory is desired. Fluency in written and spoken English, Urdu, Pashto, and Sindhi.
Success Factors
Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Must be a team player and be able to work proactively. Must be adaptable and flexible. Should be able to work under stress. Time management is critical to the success of this program.
NOTE:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
- The management reserves the right to accept or reject any or all CV(s) without assigning any reason.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer and female are strongly encouraged to apply.