Laboratory Technician

To perform laboratory investigations accurately and efficiently, following approved SOPs, quality standards, biosafety requirements, and laboratory policies, while ensuring proper sample handling, testing, documentation, and reporting.

A. Sample Collection & Handling

• Collect blood and other clinical specimens as per SOP.
• Verify patient identification and test requisitions before collection.
• Ensure correct labeling, storage, transportation, and processing of specimens.
• Identify and appropriately handle unsuitable/rejected samples.
• Maintain proper sample traceability.

B. Laboratory Testing

• Perform routine laboratory investigations as assigned.
• Operate laboratory equipment and analyzers according to manufacturer instructions and SOPs.
• Perform testing in areas such as:
• Clinical Biochemistry
• Hematology
• Clinical Pathology
• Serology/Immunology
• Other assigned laboratory sections
• Ensure accurate recording of test results.
• Report critical/abnormal results according to laboratory policy.

C. Quality Control

• Perform internal quality control as required.
• Monitor QC results and immediately inform the concerned senior in case of deviations.
• Participate in calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Follow laboratory quality management procedures.
• Assist in EQAS/PT activities where applicable.

D. Equipment & Maintenance

• Operate instruments safely and correctly.
• Perform routine cleaning and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain equipment logbooks and maintenance records.
• Report instrument breakdowns or abnormalities to the concerned authority.

E. Documentation

• Maintain test worksheets, registers, QC records, temperature records, maintenance logs, and other required documents.
• Ensure proper documentation and traceability of laboratory activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information and laboratory reports.

F.Pre-Analytical, Analytical & Post-Analytical Duties

Pre-Analytical

• Patient identification
• Sample collection
• Correct labeling
• Sample transportation and processing
• Sample acceptance/rejection

Analytical

• Perform investigations as per SOP.
• Run QC and process patient samples.
• Monitor analyzer performance.
• Maintain accuracy and precision of testing.

Post-Analytical

• Verify and document results as per defined procedures.
• Communicate critical values promptly.
• Ensure proper storage/retention or disposal of specimens.
• Maintain confidentiality of reports.

Qualifications

• DMLT / B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology / equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures and safety practices.

Skills & Competencies

• Good technical knowledge of laboratory procedures.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Ability to follow SOPs and quality procedures.
• Basic computer/LIS knowledge.
• Good time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet turnaround time (TAT).