Lab Technician

Background The Hans Foundation (THF), established in 2009, is a Public Charitable Trust that works towards creating an equitable society to enhance quality of life for all through the empowerment of marginalized and underprivileged communities in India. The Hans Foundation works for the Health and Wellbeing of remote and under-served groups, with an additional focus on children, persons with disabilities and women. THF also works for holistic Education and Livelihood development of our communities. Our Two-Fold Strategy involves identifying working within Aspirational Districts and high poverty index in the North, North-East and East regions within specific states, as well as catering to lower-income and migratory populations in cities, through urban programs.

Over its 15 years of existence, THF has reached more than 57 million beneficiaries through its programs. THF works with communities through direct implementation of projects on the ground in addition to providing local management and monitoring support to not-for-profit organizations in India funded through THF USA and RIST.

GENERAL Location of Job: Tiruldih (Seraikela-Kharsawan) Type of Employment: Contractual for 1-year, renewable basis performance No. of Position: 1 Reporting to: Project Manager

• JOB PURPOSE

Laboratory technician will be responsible for laboratory-based tasks which includes sampling, testing, measuring and recording results in biological, chemical, physical and life sciences. S/he will also provide all the required technical support to enable the laboratory to function effectively, while adhering to correct procedures for health and safety guidelines.

• Collect patient body fluid, tissue or blood samples, conduct the tests and prepare the reports.
• Maintain strict Laboratory Quality Check Standards, including regular equipment function verification, equipment calibration and ongoing troubleshooting efforts.
• Respect strict adherence to patient confidentiality.
• Arrange timely delivery of the reports to the patients and doctor.
• Ensure a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers by following established standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
• Keep record of the consumables and reagents and generate the demand on a periodic basis to ensure regular supply.
• Stock keeping of received and consumed reagents and consumables
• Record keeping and daily updating of data base.
• Support other members of MMU in effective conduct of the camp.
• Complete other duties as assigned from time to time.
• Reporting to: Project Coordinator/ Senior Project Coordinator

Other Indicative Requirements

• Educational Qualifications

A DMLT/BMLT from a recognized institute

• Functional / Technical Skills and Relevant Experience & Other requirements (Behavioural, Language, Certifications etc.)

• 0-3 years relevant experience in a hospital/clinic or in public health program.

• The candidate should be well versed with Hindi and local dialect

• Should be patience, polite and have a positive attitude.

• State paramedical registration is must.

THF is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of caste, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other such matter.