Medical Lab Scientist - Histology

Innoquest Pathology; Selangor; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pathology lab in Malaysia seeks a Medical Lab Scientist to prepare histological specimens for examination and perform quality control on test results. Ideal candidates will have a Diploma/Degree in Medical Lab Technology or Biomedical Science, MAHPC certification, and 1-2 years of experience in Anatomical Pathology. The position requires working on rotational shifts and offers an opportunity to contribute to critical laboratory functions.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience as Medical Lab Scientist in Anatomical Pathology.
• Experience in Histology is advantageous.
• Able to work on rotational shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare histological specimens for examination by pathologists.
• Setup and operate tissue processors.
• Perform quality control on test results.

Skills

Histological specimen preparation

Microscopic examination

Quality control

Calibration and troubleshooting

Education

Diploma/Degree in Medical Lab Technology or Biomedical Science

MAHPC Certified

Job description

Responsibilities

• Proficient preparation ofhistological specimens for light microscopicalexamination by pathologists.
• Preparation of specimens for gross examination.
• Setup and operation of tissue processors.
• Embedding paraffin-processedtissuesamples.
• Sectioning, staining, and cover slipping paraffin-processed tissue samplesusing documented methods, as directed per Procedure Manuals.
• Performing a range ofhistochemical stains.
• Performquality controlon test results, ensuring validity and accuracy.
• Performcalibration and troubleshootingon testing systems and instruments to ensure adherence to established standards of accuracy.
• Microscopic examination of PAP smears, Non-gynae and FNA specimen.
• Screen and report all normalcervical PAP smear.
• Screen allnon-gynae slides(body fluids and FNA) and submit to pathologist for reporting.
• Prepare and process samples, such as Pap smear (cervical smear) or non-gynae specimens such as body fluids and fine needle aspirations (FNAs) when cytology technical assistant is absent.
• Perform laboratory tests and report results as directed by the Core Lab Manager and pathologist.

Qualifications

• MAHPC Certified.
• Diploma/Degree in Medical Lab Technology or Biomedical Science.
• Min. 1 – 2 years as Medical Lab Scientist in Anatomical Pathology (experience in Histology will be advantageous).
• Able to work on rotational shift.
• Location: Wisma Tecna PJ HQ, Petaling Jaya