Consultant Pathologist

Orange Health; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Supportive work culture

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

A leading diagnostic laboratory in Mumbai seeks a committed MD Pathologist to uphold quality standards in their lab. In this role, you'll coordinate reporting, ensure compliance with regulations, and mentor staff. The ideal candidate has an MD in Pathology along with 2-5 years of relevant experience and is proficient in laboratory processes. Join us at a rapidly growing company, dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes through reliable diagnostics.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of relevant experience in diagnostic pathology or laboratory operations.
• Strong understanding of laboratory processes and compliance.
• Ability to mentor and train staff to quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate diagnostic reporting for timely and accurate results.
• Monitor compliance with Quality Control (QC) protocols.
• Build relationships with local healthcare professionals.
• Represent the lab during NABL assessments and accreditation evaluations.

Skills

MD Pathology from a recognized institution

Expertise in clinical and diagnostic pathology

Strong knowledge of NABL accreditation processes

Proficient in Quality Assurance protocols

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Leadership and mentoring skills

Education

MD Pathology

Job description

About Orange Health Labs

Orange Health Labs is revolutionizing the diagnostics sector in India, providing consumers with ultimate convenience, reliability, and speed in their diagnostic testing. Launched in 2020, we have rapidly become a top‑10 diagnostic brand across India's four largest metro cities: Bangalore, Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad. Our company, founded by healthcare leaders Dhruv Gupta and Tarun Bhambra, is home to over 900 O‑Rangers dedicated to serving more than 1 million customers. We take immense pride in being India's highest‑rated diagnostic lab and are supported by esteemed investors, including Accel, Bertelsmann India, General Catalyst, and Y Combinator. Diagnostics is the starting point of most healthcare journeys, and our goal is to be the brand of choice for every family. Join us to make diagnostics 10x more convenient, accurate, and better!

How You Will Make an Impact

We are looking for a committed and experienced MD Pathologist to join our team as a Consultant Pathologist. This role is critical in upholding the highest standards of quality and regulatory compliance within our diagnostic laboratory. The ideal candidate will drive operational excellence, collaborate closely with local medical professionals, and represent the organization in accreditation processes.

Why You Might Be Excited About Us

• We are on a mission to build the fastest diagnostic lab in India.
• Join a talented team focused on delivering a WOW customer experience, currently rated 4.9/5.
• Learn from a diverse group of professionals with experience from top companies like PhonePe, Flipkart, Practo, Unacademy, Swiggy, Metropolis, Licious, and Cure.fit.
• We care about your career and growth, helping you shape a fulfilling career path.
• Enjoy a vibrant work culture where we work hard and celebrate harder—our People NPS is over 90%, and our Glassdoor rating is in the top 90% of companies.
• Competitive pay.

What You Will Get to Do

• Coordinate diagnostic reporting for Hematology, Clinical Pathology, and Biochemistry to ensure timely, accurate, and clinically relevant results.
• Monitor and ensure 100% compliance with Quality Control (QC) protocols.
• Validate and verify new diagnostic tests, procedures, and equipment to meet high clinical and quality standards.
• Build and maintain robust relationships with local doctors and healthcare professionals.
• Address and resolve quality-related escalations promptly.
• Assist with local approvals on the CP module.
• Participate in weekly and monthly performance reviews and discussions.
• Conduct quarterly internal audits to maintain process compliance.
• Represent the lab during NABL assessments and other accreditation evaluations.
• Ensure adherence to NABL, ISO 15189:2022, and other regulatory standards.
• Mentor and train laboratory staff to uphold high standards of quality and reporting accuracy.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to address non‑conformities.
• Stay updated on advancements in pathology to elevate diagnostic services and reporting methodologies.
• Dedicate a minimum of 8 hours daily in the lab, 25 working days per month.
• Collaborate with management to drive process improvements and operational efficiency.

Metrics for the Role

• Diagnostic Accuracy
• Compliance
• Turnaround Time (TAT)
• Quality Escalations

Skills We Are Looking For

• MD Pathology from a recognized institution.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in diagnostic pathology or laboratory operations.
• Expertise in clinical and diagnostic pathology, including laboratory processes.
• Strong knowledge of NABL accreditation processes and ISO 15189:2022 standards.
• Proficient in Quality Assurance and laboratory compliance protocols.
• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills for accurate diagnostics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with teams and stakeholders.
• Leadership and mentoring skills to guide laboratory staff.

Join our dynamic and dedicated team at Orange Health, where you can contribute to improving healthcare outcomes through accurate and reliable diagnostic testing.