HEAD OF LABORATORY – KITENGELA BRANCH in Bristol

Bristol Park Hospital is a licensed healthcare provider that has been in operation for over 17 years, offering quality and affordable healthcare services in Nairobi, Kajiado, and Machakos counties. Guided by our commitment to excellence in service delivery as well as patient care and safety, we are seeking to recruit a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic professional to join our team as Head of Laboratory at our Kitengela Branch.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all laboratory operations and ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and quality control standards.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and reliable laboratory results for patient management and clinical decision-making.
• Supervise, mentor, and appraise laboratory staff while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professionalism.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements, including biosafety and biosecurity standards.
• Develop and implement internal quality assurance programs and participate in external quality assessments.
• Manage laboratory inventory, including reagents, consumables, and equipment maintenance schedules.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to support diagnostic and therapeutic services effectively.
• Generate and analyze laboratory performance reports, monitor key indicators, and recommend improvement strategies.
• Uphold patient confidentiality and maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.
• Maintain and continuously improve the Laboratory plant and equipment management and ensure full functionality for optimal capacity and efficiency.
• Coordinate all facility Laboratory activities including cross facility and cross departmental linkages and communications.
• Provide leadership in all ISO implementation activities within the facility Laboratory and coordinate with other hospital facilities and departments for smooth operations.
• Maintain duty rosters and ensure full coverage of the Laboratory department at all times.
• Superintendency of the facility Laboratory with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB).

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Valid registration and practicing license from the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians and Technologists Board (KMLTTB).

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience, with at least 2 years in a Laboratory supervisory or managerial roles.
• Demonstrated competence in Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and modern diagnostic equipment.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and facilities.
• Knowledge of relevant healthcare regulations, laboratory standards, and quality management systems.
• Prior experience and participation in Laboratory accreditation will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies

• Leadership and team management
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Quality control and assurance focus
• Strong decision-making and integrity
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
• Time management and multitasking abilities.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to send their application letter, detailed CV, and academic certificates to humanresource@bristolpark.or.ke, clearly indicating the subject line as HEAD OF LABORATORY – KITENGELA BRANCH, on or before 7th November, 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.