Lab Technician

LAB TECHNICIAN (Female) – Roles & Responsibilities

(For Experienced Candidates in Hospital Setting)

1. Sample Collection & Handling

• Collect blood, urine, stool, sputum, and other samples using proper aseptic techniques.
• Ensure correct patient identification before sample collection.
• Label samples accurately with patient details, date, and time.
• Handle and transport samples safely to avoid contamination or degradation.
• Perform venipuncture with minimal discomfort to patients.

2. Laboratory Testing & Analysis

• Conduct routine and advanced laboratory tests such as:
• Hematology (CBC, ESR, peripheral smear, etc.)
• Biochemistry (LFT, RFT, lipid profile, blood sugar, electrolytes, etc.)
• Microbiology (culture, sensitivity, gram stain, etc.)
• Clinical pathology (urine analysis, stool analysis, body fluids, etc.)
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) strictly.
• Ensure accuracy, precision, and reliability of test results.

3. Equipment Operation & Maintenance

• Operate laboratory instruments such as:
• Hematology analyzer
• Biochemistry analyzer
• Centrifuge
• Microscope
• Electrolyte analyzer
• Perform daily calibration, QC (Quality Control), and maintenance of machines.
• Report any equipment malfunction immediately to the supervisor/biomedical team.

4. Quality Control & Safety Compliance

• Follow NABH/NABL standards for documentation and testing accuracy.
• Maintain internal and external quality control logs.
• Adhere to biosafety guidelines while handling bio-hazardous materials.
• Ensure proper disposal of biomedical waste as per hospital policy.

5. Reporting & Documentation

• Enter results accurately into HMIS/LIS systems.
• Cross-check reports before releasing.
• Maintain lab registers, stock entry records, and daily logbooks.
• Report critical values immediately to concerned doctors/nursing stations.

6. Patient Care & Communication

• Explain procedures to patients politely and professionally.
• Provide support to anxious or nervous patients during sample collection.
• Ensure privacy, dignity, and comfort of female patients.

7. Inventory & Stock Management

• Maintain adequate stock of reagents, kits, and consumables.
• Check expiry dates regularly and ensure proper storage.
• Intimate Lab Incharge/Manager for timely procurement.

8. Coordination & Team Support

• Coordinate with doctors, nurses, and other departments for smooth workflow.
• Assist colleagues during high workload or emergency situations.
• Train junior technicians, interns, and students when required.

9. Emergency & On-Call Duties

• Attend emergency sample collection (ICU, OT, ER) when needed.
• Ensure immediate processing of urgent/emergency samples.
• Support critical patient care with timely reporting.

10. Professional Conduct

• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Follow dress code, grooming, and hygiene standards.
• Uphold hospital policies, ethics, and discipline.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹15,500.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Provident Fund

Experience:

• Laboratory: 4 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Kannada (Required)

Location:

• Chamrajpet, Bengaluru, Karnataka (Required)

Work Location: In person