Clinical Microbiology Lab Technologist

Buch International Hospital; Multan; On-site; PKR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Buch International Hospital in Multan, Pakistan invites applications for a Lab Technologist in Microbiology to perform routine and specialized tests, media preparation, culture handling, and ensure CAP/ISO certification standards are met.

The role requires a BS in Microbiology and 3–4 years of clinical lab experience, with proficiency in bacterial and fungal culture techniques, Gram staining, LIS data entry, and strict biosafety practices.

Qualifications

• BS in Microbiology from a recognized institution is required.
• Minimum 3–4 years of practical experience in a clinical microbiology laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Receive, label, and process clinical specimens (blood, urine, sputum, stool, swabs).
• Prepare, sterilize, and perform quality control on culture media.
• Inoculate culture plates using aseptic techniques.
• Identify bacterial colonies including paracolon and other enteric organisms.
• Perform gram stains and other rapid staining procedures.
• Identify fungal cultures (yeasts and molds) microscopically.
• Perform antimicrobial susceptibility testing (Kirby-Bauer disc diffusion).
• Read and interpret zone diameters and MIC results.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment (incubators, autoclaves, biosafety cabinets).
• Record daily temperature logs and equipment maintenance records.
• Follow biosafety level 2 (BSL-2) protocols and use PPE.
• Dispose of biohazardous waste properly.
• Maintain accurate documentation for CAP and ISO certification.
• Enter and verify test results in Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Report critical results immediately to the requesting physician.
• Assist in internal and external audits.
• Monitor inventory and request supplies when needed.

Job description

Buch International Hospital in Multan, Pakistan invites applications for a Lab Technologist in Microbiology to perform routine and specialized tests, media preparation, culture handling, and ensure CAP/ISO certification standards are met.

The role requires a BS in Microbiology and 3–4 years of clinical lab experience, with proficiency in bacterial and fungal culture techniques, Gram staining, LIS data entry, and strict biosafety practices.