161 Clinical Chemistry jobs in Singapore

You will be required to sort specimens sent to the laboratory, key the test orders into the computer system, answer phone calls pertaining to laboratory enquiries as well as attend to walk in patients/visitors. Other job duties may include drawing blood from mostly paediatric patients (fingerprick technique, training will be provided). If you are interested in working in a healthcare environment and have the following requirements, this is the job for you.

Requirements:

• GCE N / O Level, NITEC in Biomedical Science / Nursing
• Equipped with phlebotomy skills advantageous
• Minimum typing speed of 35 wpm
• Will be required to work on weekends and Public Holidays (based on roster)
• Prior job experience in a similar setting and familiarity with terminology used in the Laboratory would be an advantage

KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital (KKH) is an 830-bed tertiary-level care hospital that provides obstetrics, gynaecology, neonatology and paediatric healthcare services. It is part of the SingHealth public healthcare cluster and is an academic medical centre. KKH is a major teaching hospital for Duke-NUS Medical School, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine and Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine.

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medical at KKH strives to achieve the highest standards in providing clinical services to a wide range of patients.

You will be part of the Clinical Chemistry team, providing scientific and technical input to the operation, management and development of the Clinical Chemistry laboratory in the department.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science, Biological Science, Medical Technology or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in a clinical biochemistry laboratory.
• Experience with laboratory accreditation requirement & handling of quality assurance programmes.
• Ability to work shifts, including nights, weekends, public holidays and for on-call standbys.
• You must be scientifically vigorous, eager to learn and willing to work in a fast-paced, clinical environment.

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Job ID: 8660

Job Function: Allied Health

Institution: National University Hospital

Overview

To perform laboratory diagnostic procedures and related activities so as to provide a quality laboratory service to our customers, both internal and external.

Job Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the following:

• Receive laboratory specimens and reject those that are unsuitable for analysis.
• Operate the Laboratory Information System to perform functions such as result query, order entry and result entry.
• Perform waived tests and moderate complexity tests. Perform all procedures in accordance with laboratory protocols.
• Alert appropriate laboratory personnel of critical values.
• Report any adverse incidents to senior member of staff.
• Prepare reagents and materials that require special handling to ensure reliability.
• Receive and resolve queries from customers.
• Undertake preventive maintenance on laboratory instrumentation. Notify appropriate laboratory personnel when laboratory instruments malfunction.
• Notify appropriate laboratory personnel when test kits, reagents or other supplies should be re-ordered.
• Perform shift duties as required.
• Keep current with new instrumentation, techniques and procedures by attending/participating in appropriate workshops, seminars and in-service education classes.
• Promptly carry out the instruction(s) of senior staff with regard to work procedures and duties.
• Comply with good laboratory practice as set out by the Laboratory Accreditation Programme of the College of American Pathologists and Singapore regulatory agencies such as the Medical Audit & Accreditation Unit.
• Comply with all requirement of the Laboratory Safety Manual.
• Comply with DLM Workplace Etiquette in line with NUHS Core Values.
• Evaluate new laboratory test methodologies.
• Demonstrate laboratory procedures to trainees and new staff.
• Guide Laboratory Technicians, Clerical Staff and Health Attendants in their work when required.
• Participate in routine laboratory administrative work such as filling, processing of deliveries orders and invoices.
• Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualification Required and Area of Discipline

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science

Required Competencies and Capabilities (Skills, Experiences and Professional Licences)

• Preferably with 1-2 years Clinical Laboratory experience
• Good laboratory skills
• Good general health and no colour blindness
• Basic computer skills
• Good initiate and attitude
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

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Job ID: 8660

Job Function: Allied Health

Institution: National University Hospital

Overview

To perform laboratory diagnostic procedures and related activities so as to provide a quality laboratory service to our customers, both internal and external.

Job Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the following:

• Receive laboratory specimens and reject those that are unsuitable for analysis.
• Operate the Laboratory Information System to perform functions such as result query, order entry and result entry.
• Perform waived tests and moderate complexity tests. Perform all procedures in accordance with laboratory protocols.
• Alert appropriate laboratory personnel of critical values.
• Report any adverse incidents to senior member of staff.
• Prepare reagents and materials that require special handling to ensure reliability.
• Receive and resolve queries from customers.
• Undertake preventive maintenance on laboratory instrumentation. Notify appropriate laboratory personnel when laboratory instruments malfunction.
• Notify appropriate laboratory personnel when test kits, reagents or other supplies should be re-ordered.
• Perform shift duties as required.
• Keep current with new instrumentation, techniques and procedures by attending/participating in appropriate workshops, seminars and in-service education classes.
• Promptly carry out the instruction(s) of senior staff with regard to work procedures and duties.
• Comply with good laboratory practice as set out by the Laboratory Accreditation Programme of the College of American Pathologists and Singapore regulatory agencies such as the Medical Audit & Accreditation Unit.
• Comply with all requirement of the Laboratory Safety Manual.
• Comply with DLM Workplace Etiquette in line with NUHS Core Values.
• Evaluate new laboratory test methodologies.
• Demonstrate laboratory procedures to trainees and new staff.
• Guide Laboratory Technicians, Clerical Staff and Health Attendants in their work when required.
• Participate in routine laboratory administrative work such as filling, processing of deliveries orders and invoices.
• Any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualification Required and Area of Discipline

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science

Required Competencies and Capabilities (Skills, Experiences and Professional Licences)

• Preferably with 1-2 years Clinical Laboratory experience
• Good laboratory skills
• Good general health and no colour blindness
• Basic computer skills
• Good initiate and attitude
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Are you looking for a career in healthcare that involves working with patients and laboratory specimens? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you as a Laboratory Assistant, Clinical Chemistry . In this role, you will be responsible for sorting specimens, keying test orders into the computer system, answering phone calls related to laboratory inquiries, and attending to walk-in patients/visitors.

• Sort and prepare laboratory specimens for testing
• Enter test orders into the computer system accurately and efficiently
• Answer phone calls and respond to laboratory-related inquiries from patients, families, and healthcare providers
• Provide excellent customer service and support to patients and visitors
• Perform phlebotomy tasks, including drawing blood from pediatric patients using fingerprick technique (training will be provided)

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert scientific and technical input to the operation, management and development of a Clinical Chemistry laboratory. They will work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure efficient and effective delivery of laboratory services.

Main Responsibilities:

• Providing critical input to the operation, management and development of the Clinical Chemistry laboratory.
• Collaborating with colleagues to deliver high-quality laboratory services.
• Ensuring compliance with quality assurance programmes.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science, Biological Science, Medical Technology or equivalent degree.
• At least 3 years of experience in a clinical biochemistry laboratory.

About this Role:

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced scientific professional to join a dynamic team and contribute their expertise to the development and delivery of laboratory services. The successful candidate will have a strong background in Clinical Chemistry and excellent communication skills.

We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

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• Process the daily workload in close collaboration with colleagues.
• Perform and authorise maintenance, calibration and quality control as well as routine analysis.
• Be able to deal with interruption and be able to prioritise tasks appropriately.
• Be able to use the laboratory IT system to enter/validate results and to look up previous results, to generate worklists, and to enter data results.
• Participate in internal and external quality assessment as required.
• Assist in the testing and assessment of new equipment and introduction of new techniques and assays.
• Assist in other laboratory areas, including sample reception and sample storage as required.
• Participate fully in the general housekeeping of the laboratory, including counting stock, ordering supplies, and maintaining a clean and tidy working environment.
• Participate in all activities which seek to ensure compliance with GCP guidelines and CAP accreditation.
• Contribute to writing and reviewing of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).
• Comply with policies for the safe, secure and condential processing and storage of patient and other laboratory information.
• Participate in Continuous Professional Development.

• Singapore Ministry of Health HCSA regulations
• The current ICH Guideline for Good Clinical Practice
• Definitive study protocols
• Current Health and Safety Legislation and Human Resources policies
• Other legislation that is relevant to the responsibilities of the post
• Standard Operating Procedures

• Duties include working in pre-analytical, analytical, maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation, technical validation and inventory management.
• Operates and maintains sophisticated instruments and equipment used in the laboratory.
• Able to properly set up, calibrate, maintain, operate and shut down the analytical instruments.
• Perform all procedures in accordance with laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure compliance with all requirements of the Laboratory Safety Manual.
• Ensure that "critical value" is reported and received by appropriate personnel as well as resolve queries from customers.
• Maintains competence in Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Participates in Quality Improvement Programs essential to ensure that laboratory testing is accurate, timely and meets customer needs.
• Perform phlebotomy and onsite screening support as required.
• Any other duties as assigned by Laboratory Manager.

• Molecular diagnostics - study and techniques used to identify and analyse nucleic acids such as DNA, RNA or proteins at a molecular level for diagnosis of a particular disease or condition.
• Clinical biochemistry - analysis of body fluids such as blood and urine to diagnose, treat and monitor diseases by interpreting the level of different chemicals in samples.
• Haematology - the study of blood cells and their formation in health and disease, and investigating coagulation factors and disorders.
• Immunology - the study of the body's immune systems, functions and disorders and its analysis.
• Serology - the study of blood serum for diagnostic identification of antibodies.
• Microbiology - culturing and identifying micro-organisms and determining antibiotic susceptibility.

• Able to work independently as well as a team.
• Good general health and no colour blindness.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Integrity and a professional attitude.
• Ability to do detailed work and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Perform shift duties as required.

• BSc in Biomedical Science, Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years' of clinical laboratory experience preferred

• Operate and maintain flow cytometry instruments and related equipment.
• Prepare and process biological samples for flow cytometric analysis.
• Troubleshoot and optimize flow cytometry protocols and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of experiments, results, and protocols.
• Collaborate with scientists to support flow cytometry needs.
• Evaluate sample acceptability based on established guidelines and process specimens for analysis in accordance with established written procedures.
• Accurately evaluate test results according to standardized protocols.
• Maintain quality control measures during testing to ensure compliance with established quality standards. Document corrective and preventative actions with good documentation practices.
• Maintain overview of reagent inventory.
• Assist in the proper maintenance and servicing of laboratory equipment in line with manufacturer specifications and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Participate in internal and external quality assessment as required.
• Comply with good laboratory practices for all procedures in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical, Immunology or biological science from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 2 years of working experience in a flow cytometry laboratory will be preferred.
• Proven experience with flow cytometry, including instrument operation and data analysis.
• Strong understanding of flow cytometry principles and techniques.
• Familiarity with immunophenotyping other common applications of flow cytometry will be preferred.
• Good analytical skills with keen attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.