Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital, one of the UAE’s most respected private healthcare institutions and a proud member of the internationally renowned Mediclinic Middle East family, is seeking a qualified and experienced Medical Laboratory Technologist to join its clinical laboratory team in Abu Dhabi. This full-time role is central to delivering high-quality routine laboratory testing in accordance with professional and regulatory standards — covering clinical chemistry, immunology, haematology, coagulation, blood transfusion, serology, autoimmune testing, and clinical microscopy. With only 1 position available and a closing date of 20 April 2026, qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply without delay.
About Mediclinic Middle East — World-Class Healthcare
Global Network: Mediclinic is an internationally renowned private healthcare group operating across UAE, South Africa, Switzerland, and Namibia
UAE Presence: Mediclinic Middle East operates multiple hospitals and clinics delivering premium private healthcare across Abu Dhabi and Dubai
Standards: Committed to professional excellence, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous quality improvement
Culture: Collaborative, patient-centered environment supporting professional development and career growth for clinical staff
Emiratization: Actively supporting the UAE Emiratization Program — preference given to designated groups in line with national employment objectives
Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital — Abu Dhabi
Facility: Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital — a premier private hospital located on Airport Road, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Laboratory Scope: Full-service clinical laboratory covering chemistry, haematology, immunology, coagulation, blood bank and microscopy
Regulatory Framework: UAE DOH (Department of Health) and Abu Dhabi healthcare regulatory compliance standards apply
Team Environment: Supportive, multidisciplinary clinical laboratory team committed to patient safety and diagnostic excellence
Application Deadline — 20 April 2026 | Reference: 69240
This vacancy has a firm closing date of 20 April 2026. Only 1 position is available. The recruiter for this role is Siva Krishna Bonda. Please reference job number 69240 in your application. Candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are strongly advised to apply as early as possible to ensure full consideration before the closing date.
Position Overview
The Medical Laboratory Technologist at Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital plays a vital and directly patient-impacting role within the hospital’s clinical laboratory department. The primary purpose of this position is to perform routine and specialized laboratory tests in full accordance with professional standards, UAE healthcare regulatory guidelines, and Mediclinic’s internal quality management protocols. This is not simply a technical role — it is a professional healthcare career position that carries direct responsibility for the accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of diagnostic results that inform critical clinical decisions made by physicians and specialists caring for patients every day.
The successful candidate will be responsible for processing a broad and clinically significant range of laboratory test categories including clinical chemistry, immunology and serology, autoimmune markers, haematology, coagulation studies, blood transfusion procedures, and clinical microscopy. You will conduct analysis of body fluids, blood specimens, urine, and spinal fluid — verifying results for accuracy before release and contributing actively to laboratory quality improvement initiatives that protect patient safety and ensure compliance governance.
Beyond technical testing duties, this Medical Laboratory Technologist role requires a proactive professional who contributes to training and health and safety initiatives, operates and maintains laboratory analysers and equipment according to manufacturer guidelines, and actively participates in the quality improvement processes that keep Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital at the forefront of private healthcare delivery in Abu Dhabi. If you are an experienced, detail-oriented medical laboratory professional with a passion for diagnostic precision and patient safety, this is your opportunity to join one of the UAE’s most respected hospital laboratory teams.
Why This Role Matters: As a Medical Laboratory Technologist at Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital, you directly contribute to patient safety and diagnostic excellence at one of Abu Dhabi’s premier private healthcare facilities, work across a broad and clinically rich range of laboratory disciplines including chemistry, haematology, immunology, PCR, and blood transfusion, grow your career within the internationally respected Mediclinic Middle East family, work in a supportive and professionally governed UAE healthcare environment, and join a team where your technical expertise translates directly into improved patient outcomes every single day.
Key Responsibility Areas
Routine Laboratory Testing & Sample Management
- Perform all routine laboratory tests according to established professional standards, Mediclinic clinical guidelines, and UAE Department of Health regulatory requirements
- Monitor comprehensive sample management processes including accurate sorting, prioritization, and allocation of specimens based on specific testing requirements and clinical urgency
- Ensure all specimens are handled, processed, and stored correctly to maintain sample integrity and guarantee the reliability of all analytical results
- Apply strict chain-of-custody and sample identification protocols to prevent specimen mix-ups and protect patient safety throughout the testing process
Multi-Discipline Laboratory Testing
- Process and perform clinical chemistry tests including metabolic panels, enzyme assays, lipid profiles, hormones, therapeutic drug monitoring, and specialized biochemistry analyses
- Conduct immunology, serology, and autoimmune testing — including antibody detection, autoimmune markers, infectious disease serology, and immunoassay-based diagnostic procedures
- Perform full haematology testing including complete blood counts, differential white cell counts, reticulocyte analysis, and morphological assessment of blood films
- Execute coagulation studies including PT, APTT, INR, fibrinogen, D-dimer, and specialized coagulation factor assays to support anticoagulation management and bleeding disorder diagnosis
- Carry out blood transfusion laboratory procedures including blood grouping, antibody screening, cross-matching, and direct antiglobulin testing in full compliance with blood bank safety standards
- Perform clinical microscopy including urinalysis, urine microscopy, body fluid analysis, and cerebrospinal fluid examination to support clinical diagnosis and disease monitoring
Body Fluid Analysis & Result Verification
- Conduct thorough analytical examination of body fluids, blood specimens, urine, and spinal fluid using appropriate laboratory methodologies and validated testing platforms
- Perform rigorous result analysis and verification — applying clinical and analytical judgment to confirm the accuracy and reliability of all findings before authorizing result release
- Flag, investigate, and resolve any critical values, analytical discrepancies, or unexpected results — escalating clinically significant findings to the laboratory supervisor and treating clinicians in a timely manner
- Maintain comprehensive and accurate documentation of all analytical results, quality control data, and result verification records within the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
Quality Improvement & Patient Safety
- Actively contribute to relevant laboratory quality improvement initiatives aimed at mitigating risks, strengthening compliance governance, and enhancing patient safety across all testing areas
- Participate in internal quality control programs, external proficiency testing schemes, and accreditation preparation activities to maintain the laboratory’s high standards of analytical performance
- Identify and report near-misses, non-conformances, and quality deviations — supporting root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions
- Support the laboratory’s compliance with international accreditation standards including CAP, ISO 15189, and Joint Commission International (JCI) requirements
Training, Health & Safety
- Actively contribute to and guide, where appropriate, relevant training initiatives for laboratory staff — sharing technical expertise and supporting competency development across the team
- Participate in laboratory health and safety programs including chemical safety, biological containment protocols, personal protective equipment compliance, and sharps injury prevention
- Support onboarding and competency assessment of new laboratory staff on testing procedures, equipment operation, and quality management requirements
Equipment Operation & Maintenance
- Operate, calibrate, and monitor the effective functioning of all standard laboratory equipment including automated analysers across chemistry, haematology, immunology, coagulation, and blood bank platforms
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments according to manufacturer guidelines — maintaining detailed temperature logs, maintenance records, and calibration documentation
- Troubleshoot instrument malfunctions and analytical errors — applying diagnostic skills to resolve equipment issues promptly and minimizing disruption to laboratory service delivery
- Ensure all laboratory equipment performance is within validated operating parameters through regular quality control monitoring and instrument verification procedures
Requirements & Qualifications
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences, Biomedical Science, Clinical Laboratory Technology, or a closely related field from a recognized university
- UAE DOH (Department of Health) or MOH professional licensing for Medical Laboratory Technologist — current valid license required or eligibility to obtain upon appointment
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of full-time, postgraduate work experience as a Medical Laboratory Technologist — with specific demonstrated expertise in clinical chemistry as a primary discipline
- Hands-on experience across multiple laboratory disciplines including haematology, immunology, coagulation, blood transfusion, and clinical microscopy strongly preferred
- Prior experience in a private hospital, tertiary care facility, or accredited clinical laboratory in the UAE or GCC region is a significant advantage
Technical Skills & Knowledge
- Correct operation and maintenance of laboratory instrumentation according to manufacturer’s guidelines — including preventive maintenance scheduling and technical troubleshooting
- Knowledge and experience in developing and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for laboratory testing and instrument operation
- Working knowledge of real-time multiplex PCR and closed molecular diagnostic systems — experience with molecular laboratory testing is a distinct advantage
- Strong competency in performing quality control checks, interpreting QC data, and troubleshooting instrumentation to maintain analytical reliability
- Proficiency with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) for result entry, reporting, verification, and audit trail documentation
- Computer literacy — proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook for documentation, data management, and communication
UAE Emiratization Program — Equal Opportunity Employer
Mediclinic Middle East is fully committed to the UAE Emiratization Program. All applicants will receive full and fair consideration for this Medical Laboratory Technologist position. In accordance with UAE national employment objectives, preference will be given to designated groups under the Emiratization Program. Mediclinic warmly encourages all qualified UAE national candidates to apply and join the Mediclinic Middle East Family.
About Mediclinic Middle East Excellence
Mediclinic Middle East is part of the internationally renowned Mediclinic International group — a leading global private healthcare provider with operations in the UAE, South Africa, Switzerland, and Namibia. In the UAE, Mediclinic operates a growing network of premium hospitals and clinics across Abu Dhabi and Dubai, delivering world-class private healthcare to patients from across the Emirates and the wider international community. Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital is one of Abu Dhabi’s most established and respected private hospitals, offering a comprehensive range of inpatient, outpatient, and diagnostic services to the highest international standards.
The Mediclinic laboratory at Airport Road Hospital is a full-service clinical diagnostic laboratory supporting the diagnostic needs of the hospital’s multi-specialty clinical teams. Laboratory professionals at Mediclinic benefit from access to modern equipment, a structured professional development environment, and the resources of a globally connected healthcare organization committed to clinical excellence and patient safety.
Join the Mediclinic Family: Mediclinic Middle East offers Medical Laboratory Technologists the opportunity to grow professionally within a world-class healthcare institution, contribute directly to patient safety and diagnostic quality in Abu Dhabi, and become part of an internationally respected private healthcare brand that genuinely values its clinical staff. If you are ready to grow with Mediclinic, apply now before the 20 April 2026 closing date.
Who Should Apply?
- Medical Laboratory Scientists: With Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Sciences and 3–5 years clinical chemistry experience in a hospital or accredited laboratory setting
- Biomedical Scientists: With multi-discipline laboratory expertise covering haematology, immunology, coagulation, blood transfusion, and clinical microscopy in UAE or GCC hospitals
- Clinical Chemistry Specialists: With automated analyser operation experience and strong QC and troubleshooting skills seeking a career with a world-class Abu Dhabi private hospital
- Molecular Diagnostics Professionals: With real-time PCR and closed molecular system experience looking to expand their career in a comprehensive hospital laboratory environment
- UAE-Licensed Lab Technologists: Holding current UAE DOH or MOH laboratory technologist license and seeking a professional growth opportunity within the Mediclinic Middle East network
- UAE National Candidates: Under the Emiratization Program — strongly encouraged to apply as preference will be given to qualifying UAE national applicants
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