Lab Technician

Lab Technician is responsible for collecting, processing, testing, and reporting patient samples as per laboratory protocols and quality standards. The includes phlebotomy, sample handling, equipment operation, documentation, infection control, and coordination with doctors and hospital departments. Lab Technician ensures accurate test processing, timely reporting, proper sample identification, and safe laboratory practices to support reliable diagnosis and patient care.

Role & Responsibilities

• Collect blood, urine, and other patient samples using proper identification and safety procedures.
• Perform routine laboratory tests as per assigned department and approved protocols.
• Label, process, store, and transport samples carefully to avoid mismatch or contamination.
• Operate laboratory equipment and analyzers safely under standard operating procedures.
• Prepare reagents, slides, samples, and testing materials as required.
• Maintain accurate records of samples, tests, reports, quality controls, and laboratory registers.
• Coordinate with doctors, nurses, reception, billing, and patients for test-related requirements.
• Ensure timely processing and reporting of laboratory investigations.
• Follow infection control, biomedical waste, sample safety, and laboratory hygiene protocols.
• Perform basic equipment cleaning, calibration support, and maintenance checks as instructed.
• Monitor stock of reagents, vacutainers, consumables, and laboratory supplies.
• Report abnormal results, sample rejection issues, equipment errors, or urgent cases to seniors immediately.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and accuracy in report handling.
• Support home collection, emergency testing, and inpatient sample collection when required.
• Follow laboratory quality standards and contribute to accurate diagnostic services.