Lab Technician

**Mobile Medical Unit**

**ABOUT THE HANS FOUNDATION**

The Hans Foundation (THF), established in 2009, is a Public Charitable Trust that works towards creating an equitable society to enhance quality of life for all through the empowerment of marginalized and underprivileged communities in India. The Hans Foundation works for the Health and Wellbeing of remote and under-served groups, with an additional focus on children, persons with disabilities and women. THF also works for holistic Education and Livelihood development of our communities. Our Two-Fold Strategy involves identifying and working within Aspirational Districts and high poverty index in the North, North-East and East regions within specific states, as well as catering to lower-income and migratory populations in cities, through urban programs.

Over its 15 years of existence, THF has reached more than 35 million beneficiaries through its programs. THF works with communities through direct implementation of projects on the ground in addition to providing local management and monitoring support to not-for-profit organisations in India funded through THF USA and RIST.

**PROJECT OVERVIEW: MOBILE MEDICAL UNITS**

India's healthcare faces rising costs and chronic disease prevalence, with rural areas being significantly underserved. To address these disparities, innovative solutions like Mobile Medical Units (MMUs) are crucial.

MMUs help reduce health disparities by providing urgent care, preventative screenings, and chronic disease management directly in communities. They leverage local assets to offer tailored, affordable healthcare, adapting to community needs.

The Hans Foundation's MMUs reach underdeveloped and inaccessible areas, providing quality primary healthcare and increasing health awareness. Currently, they operate in Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Assam and Madhya Pradesh.

Each MMU team includes an MBBS Doctor, a SPO, a Pharmacist, a Lab Technician, and a Driver, supported by village-level Health Workers. This approach ensures comprehensive healthcare delivery at the grassroots level.

By implementing MMUs, The Hans Foundation aims to provide equitable and accessible healthcare to underserved rural populations in India.

**GENERAL**

**Location of Job**:South Garo Hills, South West Khasi Hills (Meghalaya)

**Job type**: 1 Year contract basis (extendable)

**No. of Position**: 4

**Reporting to**: Project Coordinator

**JOB PURPOSE**

Lab technician will be responsible for laboratory-based tasks which includes sampling, testing, measuring and recording results in biological, chemical, physical and life sciences. S/he will also provide all the required technical support to enable the laboratory to function effectively, while adhering to correct procedures for health and safety guidelines.

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**KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES**
- Visit with the MMU to the camp sites as per the plan.
- Collect patient body fluid, tissue or blood samples, conduct the tests and prepare the reports.
- Maintain strict Laboratory Quality Check Standards, including regular equipment function verification, equipment calibration and ongoing troubleshooting efforts.
- Respect strict adherence to patient confidentiality.
- Arrange timely delivery of the reports to the patients and doctor.
- Ensure a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers by following established standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.
- Keep record of the consumables and reagents and generate the demand on a periodic basis to ensure regular supply.
- Stock keeping of received and consumed reagents and consumables
- Record keeping and daily updating of data base.
- Support other members of MMU in effective conduct of the camp.
- Complete other duties as assigned from time to time.

**Other Indicative Requirements**

**Educational Qualifications**

A BMLT/ DMLT from a recognized institute

**Functional / Technical Skills and Relevant Experience & Other requirements (Behavioural, Language, Certifications etc.)**
- 1-3 years relevant experience in a MMU/hospital/clinic or in public health program.
- Should be patience, polite and have a positive attitude.
- Paramedical state council registration is Mandatory.