Job Description

*Department:** Laboratory Services
*Reports To:** Medical Superintendent / Hospital Administrator
*Location:** 75\-Bedded AI\-Based Paperless Hospital

Position Summary

The Lab Incharge is responsible for managing and supervising all laboratory operations, ensuring accurate and timely diagnostic services, maintaining quality standards, and overseeing laboratory staff. In a fully AI\-enabled and paperless hospital environment, the Lab Incharge will ensure seamless integration of laboratory processes with the Hospital Information System (HIS), Laboratory Information System (LIS), AI\-driven diagnostic tools, and digital workflows.

Key ResponsibilitiesLaboratory Operations Management

Oversee day\-to\-day operations of the clinical laboratory.
Ensure accurate, timely, and reliable reporting of laboratory investigations.
Monitor sample collection, processing, analysis, reporting, and storage procedures.
Ensure uninterrupted laboratory services on a 24x7 basis.
Coordinate with clinical departments for efficient patient care.

AI \& Digital Workflow Management

Ensure effective utilization of AI\-enabled laboratory systems and automated analyzers.
Monitor integration between LIS, HIS, EMR, and AI diagnostic platforms.
Validate AI\-generated alerts, trends, and diagnostic recommendations as per established protocols.
Ensure all laboratory records, reports, and quality documents are maintained digitally.
Support continuous improvement of digital and paperless laboratory workflows.

Quality Assurance \& Compliance

Ensure compliance with NABH, NABL, Biomedical Waste Management Rules, and other statutory requirements.
Implement Internal Quality Control (IQC) and External Quality Assurance Programs (EQAS).
Conduct regular audits and corrective/preventive actions.
Maintain laboratory SOPs and quality manuals in digital format.
Ensure equipment calibration, validation, and maintenance schedules are followed.

Team Management

Supervise Lab Technicians, Phlebotomists, and Laboratory Support Staff.
Prepare duty rosters and manage manpower allocation.
Conduct training programs on laboratory procedures, quality standards, and AI\-based systems.
Evaluate staff performance and identify development needs.

Inventory \& Equipment Management

Monitor laboratory consumables, reagents, and inventory levels.
Ensure timely procurement and stock management.
Coordinate preventive maintenance and annual maintenance contracts (AMC) for laboratory equipment.
Minimize wastage and optimize resource utilization.

Patient Safety \& Risk Management

Ensure adherence to infection control protocols.
Monitor critical value reporting and escalation procedures.
Ensure patient confidentiality and data security in all digital systems.
Investigate laboratory incidents and implement corrective actions.

Reporting \& Documentation

Generate and review laboratory performance reports and KPIs.
Maintain digital records of quality indicators, audits, equipment maintenance, and inventory.
Submit monthly operational reports to hospital management.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Laboratory report turnaround time (TAT).
Sample rejection rate.
Quality control compliance rate.
Critical value reporting compliance.
Equipment uptime percentage.
Inventory stock\-out incidents.
NABH/NABL audit compliance score.
Staff training and competency assessment completion rate.

QualificationsEducation

B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) / BMLT (Mandatory)
M.Sc. MLT / Relevant Postgraduate Qualification (Preferred)

Experience

Minimum 5–8 years of laboratory experience.
At least 2–3 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
Experience in NABH/NABL\-accredited hospitals preferred.
Experience with AI\-enabled laboratory systems, LIS, and paperless healthcare environments preferred.

Required Skills

Laboratory operations management.
Knowledge of NABH and NABL standards.
AI\-enabled diagnostic workflow understanding.
LIS/HIS/EMR proficiency.
Quality assurance and audit management.
Leadership and team management.
Inventory and vendor management.
Strong analytical and problem\-solving skills.
Excellent communication and coordination abilities.

Working Conditions

Full\-time hospital\-based role.
May require rotational shifts and on\-call availability during emergencies.
Continuous interaction with clinicians, nursing teams, and healthcare technology platforms.

Preferred for an AI\-Based Paperless Hospital

Familiarity with AI\-assisted diagnostics and predictive analytics.
Experience using digital dashboards and real\-time laboratory monitoring systems.
Understanding of healthcare data privacy, cybersecurity, and electronic documentation practices.
Ability to drive digital transformation initiatives within the laboratory department.

Pay: ₹40,000\.00 \- ₹60,000\.00 per month