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Position: Senior Lab Technician/Lab Technician – In-Charge

Location: Umayanalloor, Kollam (1.5 km from NH66)

Required Qualifications

B.Sc MLT (BMLT) / M.Sc MLT / DMLT
Candidates must have valid Paramedical Council Registration
Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience in a Clinical Laboratory
Prior experience in a Hospital Laboratory or Main Testing Lab of a Diagnostic Lab Chain is strongly preferred
Strong working knowledge of Biochemistry and Haematology analyzers
Prior exposure to team handling or supervisory responsibility is mandatory

Role Overview

The Lab Technician In-Charge is responsible for day-to-day operational control of the laboratory, quality of testing, discipline of staff, and coordination with clinical and administrative teams.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee and perform routine laboratory investigations with accuracy and consistency
Supervise sample collection, handling, processing, and reporting
Ensure strict adherence to SOPs, quality protocols, and regulatory standards
Maintain and verify documentation, reports, registers, and digital records
Coordinate with OPD doctors, Pharmacy, and Clinical teams for seamless workflow
Handle patient queries professionally and resolve lab-related issues
Monitor basic inventory, consumables usage, and billing-related lab entries
Maintain lab hygiene, safety standards, and equipment discipline
Enforce grooming, uniform, and professional conduct standards within the lab team
Report operational issues, deviations, or staff concerns to Management

Reporting Structure

Reports directly to Branch Manager
Responsible for supervising lab staff

Uniform & Professional Standards

Medical scrubs are mandatory during duty hours
High standards of hygiene, communication, and patient care are non-negotiable

About Us

We are a well-established OP Clinic operating for over 20 years, with:

4 full-time OP doctors
~25 employees across Clinical, Pharmacy, and Diagnostics
An in-house Clinical Laboratory supporting OP services

Shift Timings

Morning Shift: 6:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Evening Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Accommodation

An additional accommodation allowance may be considered for suitable and high-performing candidates

Benefits

ESI & EPF
Paid sick leave
Overtime allowance
Annual bonus
Performance Incentives
Casual Leave & Earned Leave as per company policy

Other Terms

6-month probation period applies
Preference will be given to candidates with leadership mindset, expertise in lab activities, lab discipline, accountability, and long-term intent

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹24,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance
Leave encashment
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

Have you read the Ad description? Please apply ONLY after reading the description carefully! (All details mentioned are accurate)
How many years of experience do you have as a Lab Technician?
Have you worked as a Team Lead or supervised a team before? (Yes or No)
Have you worked in a Clinical/Hospital Laboratory before? (Yes or No)

Work Location: In person

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