Job Description: Lab Technician – Histopathology Company: Oncquest Laboratories Ltd.

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Job Location: Jayanagar, Bengaluru

Experience: 2 – 5 years of relevant experience

About Oncquest Laboratories Ltd.

Oncquest Laboratories Ltd. is a healthcare diagnostics organization providing reliable diagnostic services that support clinical decision-making and patient care. We are committed to quality, accuracy, and timely diagnostic services.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Lab Technician – Histopathology to support routine histopathology laboratory operations, ensure quality specimen processing and slide preparation, and facilitate timely diagnostic reporting in coordination with pathologists and the laboratory team.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, and routine Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E;) staining.
- Handle histopathology specimens, including biopsies and surgical tissue samples, following established laboratory protocols.
- Perform special stains and support immunohistochemistry (IHC) procedures, wherever required.
- Ensure proper specimen identification, tissue handling, slide preparation, and quality control.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and ensure the availability of reagents and consumables.
- Maintain accurate laboratory records, equipment logs, and relevant documentation.




- Follow laboratory safety protocols and quality standards, including applicable NABL requirements.
- Coordinate with pathologists and laboratory team members to ensure timely turnaround time (TAT).
- Support routine quality assurance activities and contribute to smooth day-to-day laboratory operations.
- Assist in guiding junior technicians, wherever required.

Qualification

• DMLT / BMLT or B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology, or an equivalent relevant qualification, subject to organizational requirements.

Experience

• 2 – 5 years of relevant hands-on experience in histopathology.

Technical Skills

- Practical expertise in tissue processing, embedding, microtomy, and routine H&E; staining.
- Knowledge of histopathology specimen handling and slide preparation.
- Exposure to special stains and immunohistochemistry (IHC) is preferred.
- Familiarity with laboratory quality control, documentation, and NABL-accredited laboratory practices.

Key Competencies

- Attention to detail and accuracy in laboratory procedures.
- Positive documentation and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with pathologists and laboratory colleagues.
- Commitment to laboratory safety, quality standards, and timely completion of work.

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