Medical Laboratory Technologist - Histology (Pathology)

About the role

National University Hospital is hiring a Medical Laboratory Technologist for its Department of Pathology (Histology). The technologist performs routine histological tests used in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases.

Key responsibilities

• Receive laboratory specimens, assign charge codes and reject unacceptable ones according to rejection criteria.
• Assist the pathologist in trimming and evaluating specimens.
• Carry out technical functions such as processing, embedding, microtomy, routine and complex staining, mounting and labeling of slides and blocks, and block checks.
• Gross simple and uncomplicated specimens and perform frozen cryosectioning.
• Handle after-hours duty to support liver transplant and renal explant services.
• Maintain equipment and troubleshoot simple malfunctions; monitor the quality of staining and sectioning against specified standards.
• Prepare and maintain reagents and stains according to specifications, assist in audits and inventory management of reagents and chemicals.
• Provide technical guidance to laboratory personnel, train new staff, and help run in-house continuing education classes.
• Follow good laboratory practice, laboratory safety manuals, and protocols and SOPs, and comply with training and development needs.
• Contribute to project teams and perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Required profile

• Degree in Biological / Life Sciences / Biomedical Science or equivalent preferred.
• Relevant experience in a histology laboratory preferred.
• Initiative, teamwork, good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to multi-task and manage time effectively.

Required skills

• Proficiency in applicable computer systems and software.
• Knowledge of histology techniques (microtomy, staining, cryosectioning).