Trainee Medical Laboratory Technologist
Closing Date: December 20,2025
Vacancy#: FMIC/HR/551
Number of Positions:5
Background
FMIC was established as an innovative four-way public-private partnership between the Governments of Afghanistan and France, La Chaine de l'Espoir “Chain of Hope", and AKDN. The Aga Khan University is managing this facility as part of AKDN initiative. FMIC is a 171-bed tertiary care hospital for adults, mothers and children, located in Kabul, Afghanistan; providing access to Afghans from all 34 provinces with exemplary healthcare services. FMIC diagnostics offer high-end imaging and state-of-the-art laboratory services; meeting the emergent needs of the Afghan populace. FMIC offers subsidized care through its Patient Welfare Support Programme to patients with no wherewithal to afford the cost of services. Since April 2006, FMIC has disbursed over $44.1M in patient welfare support to over 675,000 patients. FMIC serves over 300,000 patients annually. Furthermore, FMIC has established a 40-bed Women's and Children's house to host ultra-poor patients and provide 100% free care including housing and transportation facilities.
Job summary
The Trainee Medical Laboratory Technologist will work under the direct supervision of a Medical Lab Technologist and Clinical supervisor to gain hands-on experience in the field of medical laboratory technology. This role will involve assisting in various laboratory procedures, learning essential lab techniques, and adhering to quality and safety standards. The successful candidate will receive guidance and training to develop their skills and working capacity in a healthcare setting.
Responsibilities
The ideal candidate would be able to:
Checking samples to make sure they are in the proper containers.
Perform basic and routine laboratory tests under direct supervision of MLT.
Receive, Centrifuge and Prepare samples/specimens for benches.
Performing routine lab equipment maintenance.
Assist MLTs in Performing daily quality control checks
Help with administrative tasks when needed
Entering data into computers under supervision of MLT.
Follow and respect the rules and policies of the Hospital.
Having Regular Attendance.
Commitment and work honesty
Working without gender and ethnic discrimination.
Constant efforts to increase his/her work capacity.
Any other duty or responsibility assigned by the Lab Supervisor /Lab Manager
Qualification and Requirements
Having a bachelor's degree in medical laboratory technology or a related field from a recognized Institute.
Minimum of 1 years of relevant experience in deferent section of a Medical Laboratory.
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with a diverse team.
Familiarity with national and international laboratory standards and regulations.
Submission Guideline:
If you meet these qualifications and are looking for an opportunity to contribute to a state-of-the-art medical facility, we encourage you to send your resume at hr.training@fmic.org.af and mark the subject with the position applied for. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.
