Medical Laboratory Technologist – Sharjah

Allied healthcare laboratory in Sharjah wants Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform specialized laboratory testing and support accurate, timely, and reliable diagnostic results. The role involves specimen processing, quality control, laboratory equipment maintenance, and compliance with applicable healthcare, laboratory, and safety requirements.

Job Location: Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Job Category: Allied Health & Healthcare Laboratory Jobs
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Responsibilities

Laboratory Testing and Clinical Laboratory Operations

• Perform routine and specialized laboratory tests on blood, urine, and other patient specimens according to approved laboratory procedures and test specifications.
• Receive, identify, label, process, and prepare patient specimens for analysis while maintaining proper specimen integrity and traceability.
• Work efficiently within clinical labs to ensure laboratory investigations are completed accurately and within required turnaround times.
• Review test requests and prioritize laboratory testing based on clinical urgency, specimen stability, and patient care requirements.
• Follow established procedures for specimen collection, preparation, testing, storage, and disposal in a medical laboratory environment.
• Ensure test results are accurately recorded, reviewed, validated, and reported through the laboratory information system or approved reporting procedures.

Blood Chemistry and Biochemistry Testing

• Perform blood chemistry and biochemical laboratory investigations using approved analytical methods and laboratory instruments.
• Analyze patient samples for applicable biochemical parameters according to laboratory protocols and reference ranges.
• Monitor analytical performance and identify results that require repeat testing, verification, or further investigation.
• Perform calibration, quality checks, and routine maintenance of chemistry analyzers to support accurate and reliable test results.
• Investigate abnormal or unexpected analytical results in accordance with laboratory procedures before result validation and reporting.

Hemogram and Hematology Testing

• Perform hemogram tests and other hematology investigations on blood specimens using automated and manual laboratory techniques where applicable.
• Process whole blood samples and assess hematological parameters according to established testing procedures.
• Monitor analyzer performance, reagent conditions, quality control results, and test accuracy.
• Identify results that require repeat analysis, manual review, or escalation according to laboratory protocols.
• Maintain accurate documentation of hematology testing, quality control activities, and instrument performance.

Hormone Panel Testing

• Perform hormone panel tests and related endocrine laboratory investigations according to validated laboratory procedures.
• Process and analyze appropriate patient specimens for hormone testing using approved laboratory analyzers and methodologies.
• Ensure correct specimen handling, storage, preparation, and testing conditions for hormone-related investigations.
• Review hormone panel test results for analytical accuracy and follow established procedures for repeat testing or result verification when required.
• Maintain appropriate quality control records for hormone testing and report any analytical issues to the responsible laboratory supervisor.

Pathology Laboratory and Specimen Processing

• Support diagnostic activities within the pathology lab by accurately receiving, processing, preparing, and handling patient specimens.
• Ensure specimens are correctly identified and matched with the relevant patient information and laboratory request.
• Follow established procedures for specimen acceptance and rejection, including requirements relating to labeling, quantity, condition, and transportation.
• Maintain specimen traceability throughout the laboratory testing process and ensure appropriate storage following analysis.
• Handle biological specimens using appropriate infection-control, biosafety, and personal protective equipment procedures.
• Dispose of laboratory waste and biological materials according to applicable laboratory safety and environmental requirements.

Blood Draw and Specimen Collection

• Perform or assist with blood draw and venous blood specimen collection when included within the scope of the role and applicable professional requirements.
• Verify patient identification and laboratory test requests before specimen collection.
• Select appropriate collection tubes and ensure specimens are collected, labeled, transported, and processed according to laboratory requirements.
• Maintain proper specimen handling procedures to minimize hemolysis, contamination, clotting, or other pre-analytical errors.
• Communicate appropriately with patients during specimen collection while maintaining privacy, professionalism, and safety.

Urinalysis and Routine Laboratory Investigations

• Perform urinalysis and other routine laboratory examinations using approved manual and automated testing methods.
• Receive and process urine specimens according to established laboratory procedures and specimen stability requirements.
• Perform appropriate physical, chemical, and microscopic examination of urine specimens where applicable to the laboratory’s testing scope.
• Verify and document urinalysis findings accurately and escalate abnormal or questionable results according to established procedures.
• Maintain appropriate quality control and documentation for routine urine testing.

Quality Control and Result Validation

• Perform daily and periodic quality control procedures for laboratory testing platforms and analytical systems.
• Monitor quality control results and take appropriate corrective action when results fall outside established acceptance criteria.
• Validate laboratory results before reporting in accordance with laboratory policies, test-specific procedures, and professional responsibilities.
• Identify analytical errors, specimen-related problems, instrument issues, or quality-control deviations and report them promptly.
• Participate in internal quality assurance activities, proficiency testing, audits, and continuous laboratory improvement programs.

Laboratory Equipment and Maintenance

• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory analyzers, instruments, and related equipment according to manufacturer instructions and laboratory procedures.
• Perform routine equipment checks and document maintenance, calibration, breakdowns, and corrective actions.
• Monitor reagent stocks, expiry dates, storage conditions, and consumables required for laboratory testing.
• Report equipment malfunctions and technical issues promptly to the appropriate laboratory supervisor or technical support team.
• Ensure laboratory workstations and equipment are maintained in a clean, organized, and safe condition.

Medical Laboratory Compliance and Patient Safety

• Maintain compliance with applicable medical laboratory quality, safety, infection-control, and regulatory requirements.
• Follow laboratory policies relating to patient confidentiality, specimen handling, biosafety, chemical safety, and occupational health.
• Maintain complete and accurate laboratory records, logs, quality-control documentation, and test-related reports.
• Follow applicable M42, DOH, DHA, and other relevant healthcare or laboratory requirements based on the facility’s jurisdiction and licensing scope.
• Participate in audits, inspections, competency assessments, training programs, and continuous professional development activities.
• Contribute to initiatives that improve laboratory turnaround time, testing accuracy, workflow efficiency, and patient safety.
• Work collaboratively with laboratory professionals, pathologists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff to support reliable diagnostic laboratory services.

MLT Skills

• Perform and process specialized laboratory tests on patient specimens according to established laboratory procedures.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and reliable validation and reporting of laboratory results.
• Conduct quality control activities and implement corrective actions when required.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Ensure proper collection, handling, processing, and storage of patient specimens to maintain specimen integrity.
• Follow applicable M42, DOH/DHA requirements, laboratory standards, and health and safety regulations.
• Prioritize laboratory testing according to clinical urgency and patient care requirements.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, documentation, and test-related information.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve laboratory quality, efficiency, and patient safety.
• Follow established infection control, biosafety, and laboratory quality procedures.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Biomedical Science, or an equivalent qualification requiring at least two years of training.
• Alternatively, graduation from an accredited Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) program leading to registration with ASCP, ASCLS, CSMLS, AIMS, or another recognized IFBLS institution.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory testing procedures and quality control practices.
• Practical ability to operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instruments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, quality, and patient safety.
• Ability to work effectively in a clinical laboratory environment.
• Knowledge of applicable healthcare, laboratory, quality, and safety requirements.
• Relevant UAE healthcare licensing or eligibility may be required depending on the position and regulatory requirements.

Job Location

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Medical Laboratory Technologist Career in UAE

Medical Laboratory Technologists play an important role in diagnostic healthcare services, supporting physicians and healthcare teams through accurate laboratory testing and reliable results. Career opportunities are available across hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, medical centers, and specialized healthcare facilities in the UAE.

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