Licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist

We are seeking a qualified and licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our healthcare team.

BridgeHedge Limited is a multidisciplinary strategic partner — delivering precision consulting, financial advisory, talent management, and market entry expertise to organisations that demand excellence.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Summary:

• We are seeking a qualified and licensed Medical Laboratory Scientist to join our healthcare team.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting and analysing laboratory tests, interpreting results, maintaining quality standards, and providing accurate diagnostic information to support patient care and clinical decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform and supervise laboratory investigations across various disciplines, including haematology, microbiology, chemical pathology, immunology, and parasitology.
• Collect, receive, label, process, and analyse patient specimens in accordance with established laboratory procedures.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Validate and interpret laboratory results to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Prepare and release laboratory reports within stipulated turnaround times.
• Maintain proper documentation and records of laboratory investigations.
• Implement and monitor quality control and quality assurance procedures.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols, infection prevention measures, and professional standards.
• Identify and report abnormal or critical test results to the appropriate medical personnel.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to laboratory technicians and other support staff.
• Monitor laboratory reagents, consumables, and equipment inventory.
• Participate in internal audits, external quality assessment programmes, and continuous professional development.

Key Competencies:

• Analytical and critical thinking.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Professional ethics and integrity.
• Effective communication.
• Time management.
• Teamwork and leadership.

Location: Ikeja, Lagos

• Bachelor's degree (BMLS) in Medical Laboratory Science from a recognised institution.
• Must possess a valid practising licence from the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria (MLSCN).
• Must be duly registered with the appropriate professional regulatory body.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of relevant work experience is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory procedures, diagnostic techniques, and quality management systems.
• Proficiency in operating modern laboratory equipment.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient confidentiality.

How to apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: (see Apply by email) using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

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