Walk-in | Pathologist Consultant, Pathologist, MD Pathology

Indus Hospital; Dehradun; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Indus Hospital is seeking a qualified Pathologist to perform and interpret pathology investigations, review reports, and provide diagnostic inputs. The role requires 3+ years post-qualification experience in pathology within a hospital or diagnostic lab setting, with strong knowledge of quality standards.

You will supervise lab processes, ensure SOP adherence, participate in audits, and coordinate with clinical teams to improve patient safety and diagnostic accuracy.

Qualifications

• MBBS with MD/DNB qualification in Pathology.
• Minimum 3+ years post-qualification experience in Pathology.
• Experience in a hospital/diagnostic laboratory setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of pathology procedures, reporting practices, and lab quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform and interpret pathology investigations as per competency.
• Review and authorize pathology reports within defined turnaround time (TAT).
• Correlate laboratory findings with clinical history and provide diagnostic inputs to treating consultants.
• Handle complex and critical cases and provide timely consultation to clinicians.
• Ensure proper quality control and quality assurance in the pathology laboratory.
• Supervise laboratory processes and ensure adherence to SOPs, protocols, and safety standards.
• Monitor accuracy, reliability, and confidentiality of patient investigations and reports.
• Guide and supervise laboratory technicians and other pathology team members.
• Participate in quality assurance programs, audits, and accreditation-related activities.
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance with statutory and hospital requirements.
• Coordinate with other departments for smooth functioning of laboratory and diagnostic services.
• Support implementation of new investigations, equipment, techniques, and process improvements as required.
• Participate in clinical meetings, case discussions, training programs, and academic activities.
• Follow infection prevention and waste management protocols.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in patient safety and diagnostic accuracy.

Skills

Histopathology

Clinical pathology

Cytology

Laboratory supervision

Quality control

Interdepartmental coordination

Education

MBBS with MD/DNB in Pathology

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• Perform and interpret histopathology, cytology, hematology, clinical pathology, and other laboratory investigations as per competency.
• Review and authorize pathology reports with accuracy and within defined turnaround time (TAT).
• Correlate laboratory findings with clinical history and provide appropriate diagnostic inputs to treating consultants.
• Handle complex and critical cases and provide timely consultation to clinicians.
• Ensure proper quality control and quality assurance practices within the pathology laboratory.
• Supervise laboratory processes and ensure adherence to approved SOPs, protocols, and safety standards.
• Monitor and maintain accuracy, reliability, and confidentiality of patient investigations and reports.
• Guide and supervise laboratory technicians and other pathology team members.
• Participate in internal and external quality assurance programs, audits, and accreditation-related activities.
• Ensure proper documentation, maintenance of records, and compliance with applicable statutory and hospital requirements.
• Coordinate with other departments for smooth functioning of laboratory and diagnostic services.
• Support implementation of new investigations, equipment, techniques, and process improvements as required.
• Participate in clinical meetings, case discussions, training programs, and academic activities.
• Ensure appropriate handling of critical/value-alert laboratory results and timely communication to the concerned clinician.
• Follow infection prevention, biomedical waste management, and laboratory safety protocols.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in patient safety, diagnostic accuracy, and overall laboratory quality.

Preferred candidate profile

• MBBS with MD/DNB in Pathology from a recognized institution.
• Valid registration with the respective State Medical Council/National Medical Commission, as applicable.
• Minimum 3+ years of relevant post-qualification experience in Pathology.
• Experience in a hospital/diagnostic laboratory setup will be preferred.
• Strong knowledge of pathology procedures, laboratory quality standards, and reporting practices.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and clinical coordination skills.