Lab Technician

Job Description

We are in search of a dedicated and skilled professional who will conduct TB diagnostics, including smear microscopy, staining, and NAAT for sputum, EPTB, and pediatric TB samples, following SOPs and NTEP guidelines. Responsibilities include maintaining lab records, ensuring timely reporting, coordinating sample testing, assisting in MDR-TB suspect identification, and overseeing sample collection and transport for DST. They will ensure biosafety compliance, support quality assurance, implement new diagnostic tools, and manage data using Nikshay. Reporting to the Cluster Coordinator, they will collaborate with the STLS to uphold lab standards. The ideal candidate will work from the respective district. Essential Qualification/ Requirements: Intermediate (10+2) and Diploma or certified course in Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent. One year experience in NTEP sample testing using Sputum smear microscopy and NAAT Candidates with Higher qualification (for example Graduates) shall be preferred. Roles and Responsibilities Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) for smear preparation, staining, microscopy, reporting, and M. tuberculosis detection using modern NAAT methods for sputum, EPTB, and Maintain laboratory registers and ensure timely reporting of results to the Medical Officer and Coordinate with staff to ensure prompt testing of pulmonary and extra-pulmonary samples following the National Tuberculosis Elimination Program (NTEP) diagnostic algorithm. Assist the Medical Officer in identifying MDR-TB suspects and ensure proper collection and transportation of sputum specimens for Culture and Drug Susceptibility Testing (DST) per Oversee and supervise the safe disposal of contaminated laboratory materials in compliance with Support the Senior TB Laboratory Supervisor (STLS) in implementing NTEP Laboratory Assist in the rollout and implementation of new TB diagnostic tools within NTEP. Facilitate the adoption and effective use of Nikshay tools for data entry, validation, and public health action. Note: The principal responsibilities listed above are an illustrative list and not an exhaustive list. Additional responsibilities may be added from time to time depending on Project requirements. Reporting: The Lab. Technician will be reporting to the State Coordinator. Remuneration: The compensation for the above-mentioned position/s will adhere to internal policies and market standards, determined by qualifications, relevant experience, budget availability, internal The above-mentioned position requires outstanding communication, analytical skills, documentations skills, interpersonal, and computer skills, as well as the willingness to travel. Preference will be given to candidates with work experience in the relevant field and local candidates who possess the necessary