Laboratory Technician

About Bilal Rahmani OPD Service Clinic (BRS)

Bilal Rahmani OPD Service Clinic (BRS) is a private clinic registered with the Ministry of Public Health of Afghanistan in 2025, with its first branch located in Deh Afghanan, Kabul. BRS is committed to providing quality outpatient healthcare services to individuals and families in the community, ensuring compliance with national healthcare standards and delivering reliable, patient-centered care.

Mission

To provide accessible, affordable, and professional outpatient healthcare services to individuals and families, with a commitment to improving community health and well-being.

Vision

To become a trusted and leading outpatient clinic in Afghanistan, recognized for high-quality medical care, patient satisfaction, and ethical clinical practices.

Core Services

·        General outpatient consultations

·        Basic medical examinations and diagnostic services

·        Maternal and child health services

·        First aid and emergency support

·        Health education and counseling

·        Referral services to specialized hospitals when required

Core Values

·        Compassion: Providing care with respect and empathy.

·        Quality: Maintaining high standards in healthcare services.

·        Integrity: Upholding honesty, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Job Purpose

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for providing accurate and timely laboratory services, conducting laboratory examinations, managing laboratory activities, maintaining equipment and supplies, and ensuring compliance with medical protocols, quality standards, biosafety requirements, and infection prevention procedures.

Key Responsibilities

1.     Perform laboratory examinations accurately and in accordance with approved medical protocols and established standards.

2.     Receive laboratory test requests, collect and process specimens, and prepare slides according to standard laboratory procedures.

3.     Record, verify, and report laboratory results accurately and promptly to the treating physician.

4.     Register patients and maintain laboratory registers, tally sheets, test records, and other required documentation.

5.     Give priority to emergency patients and communicate professionally and respectfully with patients and healthcare staff.

6.     Ensure the proper use, cleaning, maintenance, and safe storage of laboratory equipment, instruments, and materials.

7.     Monitor laboratory supplies, check expiry dates, maintain stock records, and request replenishment when necessary.

8.     Preserve malaria and sputum slides for quality control purposes, where required by applicable guidelines.

9.     Maintain laboratory cleanliness and comply with infection prevention, biosafety, and medical waste disposal procedures.

10.  Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly laboratory activity and stock reports.

11.  Participate in relevant training sessions and implement applicable national health guidelines and laboratory protocols.

12.  Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure the safe handling of laboratory records and specimens.

13.  Report equipment malfunctions, supply shortages, and any laboratory-related incidents to the Clinic Manager.

Required Qualifications and Experience

·        Must be a graduate of a recognized Medical Technology Institute or possess an equivalent relevant qualification accepted by the applicable health authorities.

·        Minimum of two years of relevant work experience, preferably in a clinic, NGO, hospital, or private healthcare organization.

·        Good knowledge of laboratory examination procedures, specimen collection and handling, and standard laboratory practices.

·        Familiarity with quality control procedures, infection prevention, biosafety, and medical waste management.

·        Ability to operate, clean, and maintain basic laboratory equipment.

·        Ability to maintain accurate laboratory records and prepare routine reports.

·        Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel, are preferred.

·        Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.

·        High standards of honesty, accuracy, confidentiality, responsibility, and attention to detail.

·        Fluency in Dari and/or Pashto, with knowledge of both languages preferred. Basic working knowledge of English is an advantage.

Qualified and interested Afghan national candidates are invited to submit their updated CV and cover letter to the email address specified in the official vacancy announcement.

Applicants must clearly mention the vacancy number (BRS-KBL-2026-002) in the subject line of their email. Applications that do not include the correct vacancy number may not be considered.

Bilal Rahmani OPD Service Clinic (BRS) is committed to maintaining professional standards and providing quality healthcare services to the community.