Lab Technician

Job Description – Assistant Lab Technician

Department: Laboratory

Designation: Assistant Lab Technician

Reporting To: Lab Technician / Laboratory In-Charge

Location: As per requirement

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are looking for a responsible and detail-oriented Assistant Lab Technician to support laboratory operations, sample collection, processing, testing, documentation, and maintaining laboratory hygiene and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist in collection, labeling, handling, and processing of patient samples.

- Support laboratory technicians in routine diagnostic and pathological tests.

- Prepare samples, reagents, equipment, and workstations for testing.

- Ensure proper identification and safe handling of all specimens.

- Maintain accurate laboratory records, registers, and test-related documentation.

- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment as instructed.

- Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and laboratory safety protocols.

- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the laboratory and work areas.

- Ensure proper storage and disposal of samples, reagents, and biomedical waste.

- Report damaged equipment, discrepancies, or abnormal observations to the Lab In-Charge.

- Coordinate with doctors, nurses, front office, and other departments when required.

- Maintain confidentiality of patient information and laboratory reports.

- Support inventory management and ensure adequate availability of laboratory consumables.

- Assist during internal and external audits and maintain required documentation.

- Perform any other laboratory-related duties assigned by the reporting manager.

Qualification

- DMLT / B.Sc. MLT / relevant Medical Laboratory Technology qualification from a recognized institution.

- Freshers may be considered based on organizational requirements.

- Previous experience in a hospital, diagnostic centre, or pathology laboratory will be an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

- Basic knowledge of laboratory procedures and sample handling.

- Good attention to detail and accuracy.

- Knowledge of infection control and biomedical waste management.

- Good communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work effectively in a team.

- Willingness to work in shifts, including weekends/holidays, if required.

- Good documentation and record-keeping skills.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Accuracy and timely processing of samples.

- Compliance with laboratory SOPs and safety standards.

- Proper documentation and record maintenance.

- Timely reporting of sample/equipment issues.

- Maintenance of laboratory hygiene and quality standards.

- Effective coordination with the clinical and laboratory teams.

• It is a Full Time Lab Technician / Pharmacist job for candidates with 0 - 2 years of experience.