Microbiologist (MD)

Asian Heart Institute; Mumbai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Asian Heart Institute in Mumbai is seeking a dedicated Microbiologist to coordinate infection control across the hospital, provide expert guidance to staff, lead audits and surveillance, and implement educational programs to uphold patient safety.

The ideal candidate will hold an MD in Microbiology or MBBS with 0-5 years of experience. Additional certification or training in Infection Control is preferred to strengthen practices across all departments.

Qualifications

• MD in Microbiology or MBBS is required.
• 0-5 years experience in healthcare or hospital setting.
• Additional certification or training in Infection Control is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Infection Control activities across the hospital.
• Lead the Infection Control (IC) team and supervise its activities.
• Advise on management of patient cases and outbreaks.
• Conduct environmental and practice audits and surveillance programs.
• Develop and implement infection control policies aligned with standards (JCI, NABH ISO, CDC).
• Compile surveillance data for Infection Control Committee presentations.

Skills

Infection control

Audits & surveillance

Education planning

Education

MD in Microbiology

MBBS

Job description

Position

We seek a dedicated and detail-oriented Microbiologist to coordinate and lead all infection control activities within the hospital. The role involves providing expert advice to staff, ensuring best practices in infection prevention, conducting audits and surveillance, and implementing educational programs for hospital employees. The ideal candidate will have a passion for infection control, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams to maintain the highest patient safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Infection Control Coordination
  • Lead the Infection Control (IC) team and coordinate its activities.
  • Provide guidance to staff on preventing and managing infections, including the decontamination of equipment and environments.
• Advisory Role
  • Advise on the management of individual patient cases and outbreaks of infection.
  • Offer expertise on infection prevention practices across all areas of healthcare.
• Audits & Surveillance
  • Conduct environmental and practice audits, and implement robust surveillance programs.
  • Use epidemiologic principles and statistical methods to identify trends, analyze risk factors, and design prevention strategies.
  • Investigate nosocomial infections and unusual outbreaks in collaboration with relevant departments and authorities.
• Education & Policy Development
  • Plan, develop, and implement educational programs for hospital staff, including administrative and ancillary services.
  • Create and maintain infection control policies and procedures that comply with JCI, NIAHO ISO, and CDC standards.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Compile and interpret surveillance data for presentation to the Infection Control Committee and quality assurance teams.
  • Participate in performance improvement activities to evaluate outcomes and drive continuous improvements in infection control practices.
• Documentation and Reporting
  • Generate concise, error-free reports with relevant clinical comments.
  • Identify and flag critical results (e.g., multidrug-resistant organisms, dangerous pathogens) for immediate notification to clinicians.
  • Ensure proper documentation of all tests, quality controls, and corrective actions.

Qualifications

• MD in Microbiology or MBBS
• 0-5 years experience
• Additional certification or training in Infection Control is preferred

About Asian Heart Institute

Asian Heart Institute is India's #1 cardiac hospital dedicated to incorporating the latest technological advances and ethical practices to provide quality heart care at reasonable costs. As a JCI, NABH, and ISO-accredited hospital with a staggering success rate of 99.83% in bypass surgeries and an overall 99.4% in cardiac surgeries, we are considered among the best globally.

Our foundation rests firmly on four core pillars: Ethics, Experience, Excellence, and Expertise. At the heart of our approach is a steadfast commitment to integrity and ethical practices, ensuring that every patient is treated with the highest level of respect and care. We take pride in our team of renowned experts, each contributing years of specialized experience and skill, which is pivotal in driving our pursuit of excellence. Our focus on expertise is not just about having the best professionals on board, but also about fostering continuous learning and staying ahead in our field.