– HISTOPATHOLOGY TECHNICIANPosition
Histopathology Technician / Histotechnician
Department
Histopathology / Laboratory
Location
[Location – Tirupathi,AP]
Employment Type
Full-Time
Reporting To
Pathologist / Lab Manager / Laboratory Head
Experience
1–5 years of relevant experience in Histopathology
Freshers with robust practical training may also be considered depending on the requirement.
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Histopathology Technician to support the histopathology laboratory by processing tissue specimens and preparing high-quality slides for microscopic examination by pathologists.
The candidate should have hands-on experience in tissue processing, paraffin embedding, microtomy, H&E; staining, special stains and basic IHC procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Tissue Processing
- Receive, identify and properly label tissue specimens.
- Perform fixation and tissue processing according to laboratory SOPs.
- Handle biopsy, surgical and other tissue specimens carefully.
- Ensure proper specimen identification and documentation throughout the process.
Embedding & Sectioning
- Perform paraffin embedding of processed tissue.
- Operate and maintain microtome for section cutting.
- Prepare high-quality tissue sections and mount them on glass slides.
- Maintain proper section thickness and slide quality.
- Handle tissue blocks and slides appropriately.
Staining
- Perform routine H&E; staining.
- Perform special stains as per laboratory requirements.
- Assist with Immunohistochemistry (IHC) procedures where applicable.
- Prepare and maintain staining reagents and solutions.
- Monitor staining quality and report any abnormalities.
Laboratory Operations
- Maintain histopathology equipment and work areas.
- Monitor reagents, consumables and inventory.
- Follow laboratory SOPs and quality-control procedures.
- Maintain proper records, registers and documentation.
- Assist in troubleshooting technical issues.
- Ensure proper storage and retrieval of tissue blocks and slides.
Quality & Safety
- Follow laboratory quality and biosafety procedures.
- Maintain accurate specimen tracking.
- Minimize tissue processing, labeling and staining errors.
- Follow biomedical waste management procedures.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the histopathology section.
Required Qualification Candidates with any of the following may be considered:
- B.Sc. MLT / B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology
- B.Sc. Medical Lab Science
- DMLT with relevant histopathology experience
- Other relevant laboratory qualifications with practical histopathology experience
Required Skills The candidate should have practical knowledge of:
- Tissue fixation
- Tissue processing
- Paraffin embedding
- Microtomy
- H&E; staining
- Special stains
- Slide preparation
- Tissue block handling
- Basic IHC techniques
- Histopathology laboratory workflow
- Laboratory quality control
- Biosafety procedures
- Equipment handling
Personal Skills
- Good attention to detail
- Good documentation skills
- Ability to work accurately under pressure
- Good communication and teamwork
- Willingness to follow SOPs
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient information
Preferred Experience Preference will be given to candidates who have worked in:
- Diagnostic laboratories
- Hospitals
- Pathology laboratories
- Cancer/oncology hospitals
- Histopathology reference laboratories
Experience with IHC, automated tissue processors, automated staining systems and advanced histopathology techniques will be an advantage.
Key Performance Areas
- Accuracy of tissue processing
- Quality of tissue sections
- Slide/staining quality
- Specimen identification accuracy
- TAT adherence
- Proper equipment handling
- Reagent and inventory management
- SOP and quality compliance
- Documentation accuracy
How to Apply Interested candidates can share their updated CV with:
Medbizz Consultancy Services
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Email:
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Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
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