Medical Lab Technologist 1-Blood Bank

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City is seeking a qualified clinical laboratory professional to perform laboratory procedures independently or under supervision. The role requires BSc in Medical Technology or clinical laboratory science, with ASCP/CSMLS registration or equivalent, and experience in a clinical lab.

The candidate will operate and maintain equipment, participate in SOP drafting, inventory management, proficiency testing, and QA initiatives to ensure high quality results and patient safety

Qualifications

• BSc in Medical Technology or clinical laboratory science or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited MLT program leading to ASCP/CSMLS or equivalent registration.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a clinical laboratory; MSc requires 1 year experience.
• UAE National: internship completed.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory procedures independently or under supervision as required.
• Operates equipment with maintenance, calibration, QC, and proper recording.
• Drafts and participates in writing SOPs.
• Ensures adequate inventory and reports shortages to supervisor.
• Participates in proficiency testing and quality control programs.
• Analyzes samples, reviews, and reports results.
• Follows QA programs and reports incidents as needed.

Education

BSc in Medical Technology or clinical laboratory science or equivalent qualification requiring NLT 3 years training course

Accredited (MLT) program leading to registration with ASCP/CSMLS or equivalent

Job description

The role is responsible for independently conducting all laboratory procedures or under the supervision of seniors following operational rules and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develops and sustains competency to perform laboratory activities assigned to perform.
• Participates in training and orientation of new staff / trainee and ensuring their abidance to the rules and policies as applied and implemented in the Section / Department / Facility (as per requirement).
• Carries out other duties as assigned by the Supervisor / Senior Supervisor.
• Operates equipment in the correct manner including, maintenance, calibration, QC, proper recording, troubleshooting and inform Supervisor of any malfunction.
• Drafts and participate in writing SOP.
• Ensures sufficient inventory of material supplies for daily work and report shortage of materials to the supervisor at earliest convenience. Follow the Lab reagent/consumables policy.
• Participates in proficiency testing program as required.
• Attends / read the section meeting and comply with outcome actions as required.
• Ensures to follow quality control procedures including trouble shooting and initiate corrective actions.
• Analysis of samples, review, report / release of results.
• Complies with the quality control programs and procedures including SOP (standard operation procedures) and Quality Assurance programs for Laboratory and SSMC Hospital.
• Identifies, act on and report incidents.
• Participates in quality assessment and quality improvement activities such as internal audit, risk identification, KPI, accreditation preparation and other activities.
• Manages to respond and react to stakeholders concern, complaint and report.

Accountabilities

• Completes all mandatory programs assigned by the hospital, Lab department and section specific including training and competency testing
• Complies with assigned hospital, Lab department and section specific plans, policies and procedures
• Maintains professional and effective communication with patients, family and other medical personnel including accurate handover for other staff.
• Adheres to the requirement of the occupational health/policies and procedures and Laboratory quality assurance program.
• Performs on-call and shift duties as assigned, including weekends, public holidays and during disaster.

Qualifications

Experience :-

Required:

• NLT 2 yrs. experience in a clinical laboratory environment with MSc. NLT 1 year experience in a clinical laboratory environment
• NLT 4 yrs. experience in a clinical laboratory environment
• UAE National: upon completion of Internship.

Desired:

N.A.

Educational Qualification: Required:

• BSc in Medical Technology or clinical laboratory science or equivalent qualification requiring NLT 3 years training course.
• Graduate of an accredited (MLT) program leading to registration with ASCP/CSMLS or equivalent.

Desired:

• Master's in Biomedical Science or relevant clinical MSc. in related field. (will reduce 1 year from the required years of experience

About Us

At SSMC, we firmly believe that the human touch is a fundamental part of care. We understand that health care is both an art and a science, running deeper than simply diagnosing and treating those who rely on us. Our SSMC Model of Care puts our patients at the forefront of our purpose and at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that the needs of our patients come first. Every one of our patients receives individualized attention from a multidisciplinary team of experts who collaborate closely to deliver trusted and compassionate care. From the very first point of contact with SSMC, to the moment patients are back home, we ensure speciality-specific care at every stage and in every interaction. As one of the largest tertiary hospitals in the UAE, SSMC provides access to specialist medical treatments and advanced diagnostics, with a commitment to becoming a Destination Medical Center in the UAE and wider region.

About the Team

About Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC)

SSMC is the largest tertiary hospital in the UAE and serves to elevate the provision of health care services in the nation under the mandate of the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030.

Supported by the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities available, SSMC offers care in 44 specialties. A team of locally and internationally trained medical, clinical and admin professionals work seamlessly together, which promotes comprehensive interdisciplinary learning, allowing SSMC to become a leading hub for integrated patient-centric medical services in the region.

As the region’s leading tertiary facility, SSMC has 742 patient beds, 18 operating theatres, and includes a hybrid operating room, 26-bed neonatal intensive care unit, and the UAE’s largest pathology lab.

Job Info

• Job Identification 2878
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 02/25/2026, 09:29 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Working Type Shift
• Locations Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
• Business Unit SSMC BU
• Legal Employer Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City LLC