Sr / Medical Laboratory Technologist - Histopathology Lab

Tan Tock Seng Hospital; Novena; On-site; NOK 535,000 - 803,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Norway is seeking an experienced Sr / Medical Laboratory Technologist for their Histopathology Lab. The role involves contributing to clinical diagnosis through histology, operating laboratory equipment, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Candidates should hold a Bachelor degree in Life Sciences and have histology experience. The position offers opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor degree in Life Sciences or its equivalent.
• Accreditation from an approved professional body e.g. ASCP is advantageous.
• Experience in histology techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain relevant laboratory equipment.
• Assist with preparations for department inspections.
• Participate actively in quality improvement activities.
• Co-supervise and provide education to colleagues.

Skills

Histology techniques

Quality improvement activities

Laboratory equipment operation

Education

Bachelor degree in Life Sciences or equivalent

Job description

Sr / Medical Laboratory Technologist - Histopathology Lab

You will be part of TTSH's Department of Pathology, contributing to clinical diagnosis via histology. You will be working independently and in teams in a controlled environment.

Experienced candidates with prior histology experience may be involved in technical and professional support for specialized histopathology techniques to facilitate the diagnosis of cases. You will perform ancillary tests such as immunohistochemistry (IHC), electron microscopy (EM), single gene testing (SGT), fluorescence in-situ hybridization (FISH) and next generation sequencing (NGS) on histopathology and cytopathology specimens.

Other duties include:

• Operate and maintain relevant laboratory equipment. Ensure maintenance charts and documentation are kept up to date.
• Assist the Section Leader with preparations for department inspections conducted by various licensing, regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Participate actively in quality improvement activities.
• Assist in the co-supervision / co-training of staff.
• Assist to organize, coordinate and provide continuing education to colleagues.
• Any other duties assigned by the Section Leader or Head of Service.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor degree in Life Sciences or its equivalent
• Accreditation from an approved professional body e.g. ASCP is advantageous
• Experience in histology techniques preferred for specialised histopathology benches e.g. sectioning, frozen section, grossing, special stains

We are an equal opportunities employer.