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tmpmhospital.com
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About the Hospital
SVKM’s Tapanbhai Mukeshbhai Patel Memorial Hospital is a state-of-the-art multi-specialty tertiary care institution and a flagship healthcare initiative of Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal (SVKM) - one of India’s most respected educational and social trusts, home to institutions such as NMIMS University. Purpose-built to bring metro-standard clinical excellence to North Maharashtra, the hospital serves patients through advanced diagnostics, specialist care, and a culture of clinical rigor.
We are building a healthcare institution where discipline, warmth, and precision coexist and we are looking for Lab In-Charge (Pathology) who can bring that same standard to our hospital.
Job Summary
The Lab In-Charge will manage the overall functioning of the hospital's pathology/diagnostic laboratory, ensuring timely and accurate test results, adherence to medical and safety protocols, and efficient coordination between lab staff, clinicians, and patients.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise daily operations of the laboratory including biochemistry, hematology, microbiology, and pathology sections
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of patient samples (blood, urine, tissue, etc.)
- Oversee sample collection, labelling, storage, and transportation as per protocol
- Ensure compliance with NABH and NABL standards and other statutory/regulatory requirements
- Supervise, train, and schedule lab technicians, phlebotomists, and support staff
- Review test reports for accuracy before release to doctors/patients
- Maintain and calibrate lab equipment (analyzers, microscopes, centrifuges, etc.) and coordinate AMC/servicing
- Manage inventory of reagents, kits, and consumables; ensure no stock-outs of critical items
- Implement infection control, biohazard disposal, and biomedical waste management protocols
- Handle critical/emergency test requests promptly, especially for ICU, OT, and emergency patients
- Coordinate with doctors and clinical staff regarding test results and discrepancies
- Maintain patient confidentiality and data integrity per hospital policy
- Prepare and maintain records: daily test logs, QC charts, equipment maintenance logs
- Ensure lab readiness for internal/external audits (NABL, NABH)
- Handle patient queries and complaints related to lab services professionally
Required Skills & Qualifications
- B.Sc./M.Sc. in Medical Lab Technology (MLT), Biochemistry, Microbiology, or related field (DMLT/BMLT may be considered depending on hospital experience)
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a hospital, diagnostic lab, NABL-accredited laboratory, supervisory exposure preferred
- Strong knowledge of clinical lab procedures, equipment, and safety standards
- In depth knowledge of NABL and NABH accreditation processes
- Knowledge of Hospital Information System (HIS)/Lab Information System (LIS)
- Good leadership, coordination, and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure, especially during emergencies
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Preferred Qualifications
- Certification in Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- Experience in medical college laboratory
Work Environment
- Hospital laboratory setting; exposure to biological samples and hazardous materials
- Rotational shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as per hospital requirements
- Emergency on-call availability may be required
How to Apply
Apply directly through LinkedIn with your CV or mail us on hr.tmpmh@svkm.ac.in with your specialty mentioned in the subject line.
Equal Opportunity
SVKM’s Tapanbhai Mukeshbhai Patel Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We hire on merit, character, and craft and we welcome applicants of every gender, background, community, and ability.
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