Medical Laboratory Technologist - Level 1

Mediclinic Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Mediclinic Middle East is seeking a skilled Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform routine laboratory tests in clinical chemistry, immunology, serology and related disciplines. The role requires 3–5 years of full-time experience and a strong focus on quality control and safety practices.

The candidate will monitor sample management, operate analysers, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and accurate results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory sciences or related field.
• 3–5 years full-time experience as a medical laboratory technologist in clinical chemistry.
• Experience with clinical chemistry, immunology and transfusion testing.
• Familiarity with QA/QC, SOPs and safety standards.
• Knowledge of PCR and molecular testing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine clinical chemistry, immunology and serology tests.
• Monitor sample management and allocation based on testing requirements.
• Analyze body fluids, blood specimens, urine and spinal fluid.
• Calibrate, operate and maintain laboratory equipment and record temperature logs.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and patient safety.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Laboratory safety

MS Office

PCR knowledge

Quality control

LIS knowledge

Instrumentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory sciences

Job description

Job Description:

Closing date:
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Siva Krishna Bonda
Reference number: 74631

Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital| Abu Dhabi | United Arab Emirates

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To perform routine laboratory tests in accordance with professional and regulatory standards and guidelines

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Perform routine tests according to professional standards and guidelines

Monitor sample management, including sorting and allocation based on testing requirements

Process clinical chemistry, immunology and serology, autoimmune, haematology, coagulation, blood transfusion and clinical microscopy tests and related laboratory functions

Conducts analysis of body fluids, blood specimens, urine and spinal fluid

Result analysis and verification of accuracy of findings

Contribute to relevant quality improvement initiatives aimed at mitigating risks, compliance governance and increased patient safety

Actively contribute and guide, where needed, relevant training and health and safety initiatives

Operate, calibrate, and monitor effective functioning of standard laboratory equipment that includes analysers and maintenance of temperature logs

REQUIRED EDUCATION

A relevant Bachelors degree in medical laboratory sciences or a related field

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

At least 3-5 years full time experience as a medical laboratory technologist in clinical chemistry

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Correct maintenance of instrumentation according to manufacturers guidelines
• Developing standard operating procedures
• Computer Literacy (Microsoft Office)
• Knowledge of real time multiplex PCR and close molecular systems
• Knowledgeable in laboratory equipment and testing to perform quality control checks and instrumentation troubleshooting
• Laboratory information systems and reporting

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given to the designated groups in accordance with the United Arab Emirates Emiratization Program.