Medical Laboratory Technologist - Laboratory Services

Supervise the day-to-day activities of the Clinical Laboratory and ensure smooth and timely completion of all laboratory services.

Receive, verify, label, process, and assess patient specimens for suitability before testing.

Coordinate with the respective ward regarding insufficient, hemolyzed, improperly collected, or improperly transported inpatient samples and report unresolved issues to the HOD.

Perform and supervise routine and specialized laboratory tests, including Microbiology, Culture & Sensitivity, staining, and other clinical laboratory investigations, as applicable.

Ensure timely analysis of all samples, monitor pending work, and take necessary action to avoid delays in reporting.

Perform scheduled Quality Control (QC) procedures, review QC results, and report any significant quality issues to the HOD.

Maintain proper laboratory safety, infection prevention, sterility, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) at all times.

Monitor the condition and performance of laboratory machines, instruments, and equipment; report breakdowns to the Biomedical Engineering Department and follow up on necessary maintenance.

Maintain reagent and consumable inventory, store records, wastage statistics, equipment breakage/loss records, and other required laboratory documentation.

Prepare and maintain statistical reports on laboratory tests performed, reagent consumption, and percentage of wastage.

Ensure proper custody and accountability of laboratory reagents, equipment, apparatus, and other departmental assets.

Handle critical laboratory values by promptly communicating with the treating physician and maintaining appropriate documentation.

Participate in training, educational programs, quality improvement activities, and other professional development initiatives.

Perform any other duties and responsibilities assigned by the HOD or Management.