Laboratory Coordinator

Reporting to the Section Head, the selected candidate will be responsible for overseeing administrative operations related to sample dispatch, data entry, test result tracking, and documentation.

Reporting to the Section Head, the selected candidate will be responsible for overseeing administrative operations related to sample dispatch, data entry, test result tracking, and documentation. The role requires regular coordination with departments to ensure the efficient functioning of specialised laboratory operations.

What you will be doing:

• Oversee all administrative tasks for specialised labs
• Oversee the dispatch of outsourced tests and ensure proper handling.
• Manage uploading of outsourced tests and cross-check outsourced test results on the Hospital Information System (HIS).
• Compile and maintain the cancer patient list and update the Critical Log with critical results.
• Monitor and update the TAT monitoring log for tests and results.
• Coordinate sample distribution from collection centers and ensure timely receipt from IPD, OPD, and EMG.
• Supervise the filing, packing, labelling, and management of slides, blocks, and related documentation.
• Prepare TRF for outsourcing and finalise biopsy test results.
• Compile viral epidemiology data and supervise block scraping as per technician guidelines.
  
  

What are we looking for?

• A Diploma in Management, Business Administration, Office Management, or a related area, or any diploma in a science-related field
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in administrative work, ideally in healthcare, or laboratory setting.
• Good computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organisational and planning abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English and French.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, work independently, and manage time effectively.
• Professional, patient, and composed in a dynamic work environment.