Lab Technician

Oracle; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 1,870 - 2,909; Full time

Job summary

The Hans Foundation invites applications for a Laboratory Technician to support MMU units in field camps in Uttarakhand. You will perform sampling, testing, measuring and recording results across biological, chemical, physical and life sciences, while ensuring safety and confidentiality.

Role requires a DMLT/BMLT and up to 3 years of MMU or public health experience, plus Hindi proficiency and paramedical registration. Equal opportunity employer and field placement in remote areas.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of experience in a MMU, hospital, clinic, or public health program.
• Well versed in Hindi and local dialect.
• Patience, politeness, and a positive attitude.
• State paramedical registration required.

Responsibilities

• Visit MMU camp sites as per plan.
• Collect patient body fluid, tissue, or blood samples, conduct tests, and prepare reports.
• Maintain laboratory quality standards, including equipment verification, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure patient confidentiality and comply with legal regulations.
• Arrange timely delivery of reports to patients and doctors.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers.
• Track consumables and reagents, generate periodic demand, and keep stock records.
• Update database daily.
• Support MMU members during camp activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

DMLT/BMLT

MMU/public health

Hindi (local dialect)

Patience

Positive attitude

Paramedical registration

Job description

Background

The Hans Foundation, established in 2009, is a Public Charitable Trust that works to improve the quality of life for underprivileged communities across India through interventions in Health, Education, Livelihood, and Disability sectors. THF implements projects on the ground and provides funding support to not‑for‑profit organisations. Its strategic planning focuses on poverty alleviation, reducing economic inequalities, and achieving 360° impact through social development programmes in rural and under‑developed areas.

Project

The Hans Foundation has operated MMUs on a self‑implementation mode since October 2021. The MMU model delivers urgent, preventative, primary health care, and chronic disease management directly in communities, aiming to make quality health services accessible in remote areas and improve overall wellbeing.

General

Location: Bageshwar, Uttarakhand
Number of Positions: 1

Job Purpose

Laboratory technician responsible for laboratory‑based tasks including sampling, testing, measuring, and recording results in biological, chemical, physical, and life sciences. Provide technical support for laboratory operation while adhering to health and safety guidelines.

Key Accountabilities

• Visit MMU camp sites as per plan.
• Collect patient body fluid, tissue, or blood samples, conduct tests, and prepare reports.
• Maintain laboratory quality standards, including equipment verification, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure patient confidentiality and comply with legal regulations.
• Arrange timely delivery of reports to patients and doctors.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers.
• Track consumables and reagents, generate periodic demand, and keep stock records.
• Update database daily.
• Support MMU members during camp activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Reporting To

Medical Officer / Project Coordinator / Senior Project Coordinator

Other Indicative Requirements

Educational Qualifications: A DMLT/BMLT from a recognized institute.

Functional / Technical Skills and Relevant Experience:

• 0–3 years of experience in a MMU, hospital, clinic, or public health program.
• Well versed in Hindi and local dialect.
• Patience, politeness, and a positive attitude.
• State paramedical registration required.

THF is an equal opportunity employer that encourages women, people with disabilities, and those from economically and socially excluded communities with the requisite skills and qualifications to apply for positions. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of caste, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other such matter.