Lab Incharge

• *Job Description – Laboratory In\-Charge**

• *Job Title:** Laboratory In\-Charge
• *Department:** Laboratory Services
• *Reports To:** Hospital Administrator

Job Summary

The Laboratory In\-Charge is responsible for the overall management and supervision of the hospital laboratory, ensuring accurate, timely, and high\-quality diagnostic services. The role includes overseeing laboratory operations, staff supervision, quality assurance, equipment maintenance, regulatory compliance, inventory management, and coordination with clinicians to ensure efficient patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the daily operations of the laboratory.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing and reporting of laboratory investigations.
• Monitor adherence to SOPs, quality standards, infection control, and safety protocols.
• Supervise, guide, and evaluate the performance of laboratory technicians and support staff.
• Prepare duty rosters and manage staff attendance and leave schedules.
• Ensure internal and external quality control (IQC/EQC) procedures are implemented and documented.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring timely calibration, validation, and preventive maintenance.
• Coordinate with biomedical engineers and vendors for equipment servicing and repairs.
• Maintain adequate stock of reagents, consumables, and laboratory supplies.
• Verify and authorize procurement requests based on laboratory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with NABL, NABH, and applicable statutory regulations.
• Review and validate laboratory records, registers, and documentation.
• Investigate laboratory errors, incidents, and non\-conformities, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Coordinate with consultants, nursing, and other hospital departments for efficient laboratory services.
• Train and mentor laboratory staff on new techniques, policies, and quality standards.
• Participate in departmental meetings, audits, and accreditation activities.
• Prepare monthly reports on laboratory performance, quality indicators, and operational statistics.
• Ensure proper biomedical waste segregation and disposal as per regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and uphold ethical laboratory practices.

Qualification

• B.Sc. MLT / BMLT with relevant experience.
• M.Sc. MLT preferred.
• Valid registration with the Kerala Paramedical Council (if applicable).

Experience

• Minimum **5 years** of laboratory experience, including **2–3 years in a supervisory or In\-Charge role** in a multi\-specialty hospital.
• Experience in NABL/NABH\-accredited laboratories is preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of laboratory quality management systems.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem\-solving abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of laboratory information systems (LIS) and MS Office.
• Inventory and resource management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining quality standards.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely and accurate reporting of laboratory results.
• Compliance with quality standards and accreditation requirements.
• Successful completion of internal and external quality assessments.
• Minimal equipment downtime.
• Effective inventory management with minimal stock\-outs.
• High clinician and patient satisfaction.
• Compliance with infection control and safety protocols.

Job Type: Full\-time

Pay: From ₹30,000\.00 per month

Work Location: In person