Lab Technician - Histopathology

Sample Processing & Preparation:

• Receive tissue specimens from surgery, biopsy, or OPD units.
• Perform grossing under supervision (if authorized) and ensure proper labeling.
• Dehydrate, clear, embed, and section tissues using microtome techniques.
• Perform standard and special staining procedures (H&E, PAS, Silver stain, etc.).
• Mount stained sections and prepare slides for pathologist examination.

Quality Control & Assurance:

• Follow SOPs and protocols as per NABL / NABH / CAP standards.
• Maintain internal quality control logs for all processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of sample handling.

Equipment Handling & Maintenance:

• Operate and maintain histopathology equipment: microtomes, tissue processors, embedding stations, and staining machines.
• Calibrate and clean equipment regularly.
• Report malfunctioning or breakdowns immediately.

Safety & Compliance:

• Follow biosafety and infection control guidelines while handling specimens.
• Dispose of biomedical waste as per hospital policy.
• Ensure confidentiality of patient data and maintain ethical practices.

Inventory Management:

• Maintain stock of reagents, stains, slides, cassettes, and other consumables.
• Prepare solutions and reagents as per standard protocols.
• Inform supervisor of low stock or expired materials.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹250,000.00 - ₹400,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Rotational shift

Work Location: In person