Histopathologist

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently review and report Histopathology, Cytology and related pathology cases.
• Examine and interpret biopsy, surgical pathology and cytology specimens.
• Review grossing, tissue processing, embedding, sectioning and staining processes as required.
• Correlate histopathology findings with clinical history and other laboratory investigations.
• Review and validate reports before final authorization.
• Handle complex and critical cases and provide appropriate clinical inputs.
• Ensure timely reporting as per defined TAT (Turnaround Time).
• Participate in internal quality control and quality assurance activities.
• Ensure compliance with NABL/CAP and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Participate in internal/external audits and support corrective and preventive actions.
• Guide and supervise technical staff in histopathology and cytology operations.
• Ensure adherence to laboratory SOPs, safety protocols and documentation requirements.
• Participate in case discussions and provide technical guidance to clinicians and laboratory teams.
• Contribute to the development and revision of SOPs, quality documents and reporting formats.
• Support training and competency assessment of laboratory personnel.

Preferred candidate profile

• Relevant experience in Histopathology and Cytology reporting in a diagnostic laboratory/hospital.
• Experience in IHC, special stains and frozen section would be an added advantage.
• Exposure to NABL/CAP accreditation and quality management systems preferred.