Technologist/Staff Technologist – Microbiology

Indus Hospital; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Indus Hospital in Karachi invites applications for a Technologist/Staff Technologist – Microbiology in the Clinical Laboratories. The role requires 2–5 years of relevant experience and a BS in Medical Laboratory Technology, with rotational shifts across morning, evening, and night.

The candidate will perform routine and advanced microbiology testing, ensure QC/QA, manage media and reagents, and support audits while coordinating with biomedical/vendor teams as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience: 02-05 years as Technologist / Staff Technologist – Microbiology (Required)
• Education: BS - MLT
• Job Shift: Rotational Shifts (Morning/Evening/Night)

Responsibilities

• Perform routine/advanced microbiological testing per SOPs.
• Handle media, reagents and systems such as VITEK 2, API, E-strips, MIC.
• Conduct daily QC/EQA and report abnormal findings to clinicians.
• Support audits and maintain documentation.
• Maintain inventory and coordinate with vendors.

Skills

Rotational Shifts

Education

BS - MLT

Tools

VITEK 2

API

E-strips

MIC testing

Job description

Technologist/Staff Technologist – Microbiology - Clinical Laboratories

Experience

02-05 years as Technologist / Staff Technologist – Microbiology (Required)

Education

BS - Medical Laboratory Technology

Last Date

01-Oct-2026

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and advanced microbiological testing, including culture processing, identification, antimicrobial susceptibility testing, serology, parasitology, mycology, and microscopy, in accordance with established SOPs.
• Prepare and handle media, reagents, and stains, and operate relevant microbiology systems and techniques such as VITEK 2, API, E-strips, and MIC testing.
• Conduct daily quality control and EQA activities, ensure accuracy of results, maintain required turnaround times, and communicate abnormal/critical findings to relevant clinicians or consultants.
• Support laboratory audits, quality and compliance requirements, including internal and external audits, while maintaining appropriate documentation and records.
• Maintain inventory, equipment, and maintenance records, perform routine analyzer maintenance, troubleshoot technical issues, and coordinate with biomedical/vendor teams when required.

Qualification & Experience:

• Education: BS - MLT
• Experience: 02-05 years as Technologist / Staff Technologist – Microbiology (Required)
• Job Shift: Rotational Shifts (Morning/Evening/Night)