Consultant- Pathologist

DR.KAMAKSHI MEMORIAL HOSPITAL PVT. LTD., (Inst. Code - 381) CHENNAI; Chennai District; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

DR. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital Pvt. Ltd. in Chennai invites applications for a Senior Consultant Pathologist. The role oversees histopathology, cytopathology, hematology and clinical pathology, with responsibility for reporting, quality systems, and leading the laboratory team.

Qualifications: MBBS with MD/DNB in Pathology, NMC/State Registration; 10+ years post-MD/DNB in multispecialty hospital or accredited laboratory. Proficiency in LIS and HIS preferred.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Histopathology, Cytopathology, Hematology and Clinical Pathology.
• Strong diagnostic and analytical abilities with quality focus.
• Thorough knowledge of NABL, NABH, CAP and lab quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Examine, interpret, and report pathology specimens and provide diagnostic opinions.
• Review and validate laboratory reports before release.
• Lead day‑to‑day laboratory operations and supervise staff.
• Maintain NABL/NABH/CAP compliance and drive quality initiatives.
• Coordinate with clinicians for complex cases and multidisciplinary discussions.

Skills

Histopathology

Cytopathology

Hematology

Clinical Pathology

Laboratory Medicine

Education

MBBS with MD/DNB in Pathology

Tools

LIS

HIS

Job description

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Examine, interpret, and report histopathology, cytopathology, hematology, and clinical pathology specimens.
• Correlate laboratory findings with clinical information and provide diagnostic opinions.
• Review and validate laboratory reports before release.
• Supervise day-to-day laboratory operations and ensure timely reporting.
• Guide and mentor junior pathologists, residents, and laboratory personnel.
• Ensure compliance with NABL, NABH, and statutory quality standards.
• Participate in quality assurance, internal quality control (IQC), and external quality assurance (EQAS) programs.
• Maintain laboratory quality indicators and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Coordinate with clinicians for complex cases and multidisciplinary discussions.
• Ensure proper maintenance, calibration, and validation of laboratory equipment.
• Monitor laboratory safety, infection control, and biomedical waste management practices.
• Participate in hospital committees, CMEs, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Develop and update laboratory SOPs, protocols, and policies.
• Ensure accurate documentation and maintenance of laboratory records.
• Assist in introducing new diagnostic techniques and laboratory services.
• Perform any other responsibilities assigned by the Medical Director or Hospital Management.

Job Specification

• Qualification MBBS with MD/DNB in Pathology.
• Registration Valid National Medical Commission (NMC) / State Medical Council Registration.
• Experience Minimum 10+ years of post-MD/DNB experience as a Consultant/Senior Consultant Pathologist in a multispecialty hospital or accredited diagnostic laboratory.
• Skills Required Expertise in Histopathology, Cytopathology, Hematology, Clinical Pathology, and Laboratory Medicine.
• Strong diagnostic and analytical skills.
• Thorough knowledge of NABL, NABH, CAP, and laboratory quality systems.
• Experience in laboratory quality management and accreditation processes.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and Hospital Information Systems (HIS).
• Commitment to ethical medical practice, patient safety, and continuous quality improvement.

Employment Type Full-Time Reporting To Medical Director / Head of Laboratory Services