Medical Laboratory Technician
Indexed from Government Gazette15 Oct 2026
- Job type
- Full-Time
- Closes
- 22 Oct
- Source
- Gazette
- Employer
- F. Atoll HospitalHealthcare
- Location
- NilandhooFaafu Atoll
- Salary
- MVR 14,772/monthAdvertised
- Employment type
- Full-TimeMedical · Mid level
- Deadline
- Closes 22 Oct 20266 days left
From the notice
Copied text- Post
Medical Laboratory Technician / Medical Laboratory Technologist
- Post number
J- 379507 J-379505
- Number of posts
02 (day)
- Type of post
Permanent
- Public Service Rank
Public Service Rank 7 and 6
- Duty station
F. Atoll Hospital / F. Nilandhoo
- Basic Salary of the Post
Ranks are separately detailed in the post requirements section.
- Post allowance
Ranks are separately detailed in the post requirements section.
- Attendance Allowance
Ranks are separately detailed in the post requirements section.
Other allowances
- Pension contribution receivable under the Maldives Pension Law.
- Additional allowances and other benefits as prescribed by Civil Service rules for Civil Service employees.
Main responsibilities and duties of the post
- Setting up, maintaining, calibrating, cleaning and performing sterility tests on medical laboratory equipment.
- Providing technical information on test results to physicians and family members, or to researchers.
- Analysing test and examination results using special mechanical or electrical equipment to verify whether they match the specifications
- Collecting samples from the patient's body using aseptic technique
- Collecting blood from the patient and placing it on specimen tubes for the laboratory requisition slip issued by the doctor, to prepare analysis reports
- Conducting blood and other standard analyses.
- Processing blood or other fluid samples for analysis by medical professionals
- Carrying out daily maintenance of the machines and equipment kept in the laboratory, checking whether weekly maintenance has been carried out and maintaining the records, and notifying the supervisor, along with the Ministry of Health's Biomedical and Laboratory Services, if any item is found to be damaged.
- Resolving complaints made by patients, guardians or other parties about the laboratory where possible, and notifying the supervisor of the resolution.
- Training and supervising laboratory assistants and laboratory technologist trainees in field-related training and skills.
- Designing and conducting practical training for students sent by the Ministry of Health / Faculty of Health Sciences, and providing field-related training to staff sent.
- Taking practical part in the work required during health emergencies, pandemics and disasters.
| Post | Public Service Rank | Requirements of the post | Basic salary | Post allowance | Attendance allowance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Medical Laboratory Technician | Public Service Rank 5 | 1- Holding a Level 5 or 6 qualification on the National Qualifications Framework of the Maldives, recognised by the Maldives Allied Health Council, from a field related to the job, together with 4 years of work experience in a field related to the post. | MVR 10,072.00 | MVR 4,700.00 | MVR 127.00 per day attended |
- Work experience for the post
Carrying out analysis work in a medical laboratory.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Public Service Rank 7
Holding a Level 7 or 8 qualification on the National Qualifications Framework of the Maldives, recognised by the Maldives Allied Health Council, from a field related to the job,
MVR 13,141.00
MVR 6,132.00
MVR 166.00 per day attended
- Licenses needed when appointing to the post and training required to complete
Registration from the Medical Laboratory Department of the Maldives Allied Health Council.
Educational field related to the work of the post
Medical Laboratory Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Medical Science, Biomedical Science, Clinical Microbiology, Diagnostic Microbiology.
Documents to submit
- Application form for a permanent civil service position (This form is available on the Civil Service Commission website, on the office website, at counters and via the link below.) https://www.csc.gov.mv/download/2021/84/1e148c34-bc04-4150-9537-29309c104aa7.docx
- Details of the applicant (including contact phone number and email address).
- Copies of both sides of the card showing that the person applying for the job is a Maldivian citizen (even if the validity period has expired), with clearly legible writing; or if the ID card has been lost, the person's birth certificate, passport or driving licence.
- If a staff member with a service agreement to serve the Civil Service / Government is transferred to this position, a letter issued by the office providing the service stating that there is no objection to leaving the position.
- Copies of educational certificates obtained;
(a) Copies of educational certificates and transcripts issued by institutions outside the Maldives that are recognised and categorised by the Maldives Qualifications Authority; or: in cases where there is no certificate, copies of course completion letters and copies of assessment reports and transcripts issued by the Maldives Qualifications Authority.
(b) Copies of educational certificates and transcript issued by local educational institutions in Maldives; or copies of letter confirming completion of the course and copies of transcript.
- Copies of documents covering the following criteria providing work experience:
(a) If employed in a civil service post, in a state institution, in a government-owned company, a letter issued by that office stating the position held, the duration of the post (in years, months and days as applicable), and the responsibilities of the post (even if work has been done in different positions in the same office).
(b) For work experience within the civil service that cannot be verified from https://myaccount.csc.gov.mv/, a letter from that office stating the work undertaken and the period (in years, months and days) confirmed by that office, and stating the responsibilities of the post (if work has been undertaken in different posts in one institution, the responsibilities should be stated separately for each).
(c) If work experience has been gained in a private company or private organisation, a letter from that organisation stating the work undertaken, the period of work (in years, months and days), the responsibilities of the post (if work has been undertaken in different posts in one institution, the responsibilities should be stated separately for each) and the number of staff at the workplace.
(c) If employed in a national or international organisation or association, a letter issued by that institution stating the position held, the duration of the post (in years, months and days as applicable), and the responsibilities of the post (even if work has been done in different positions in the same office) (this letter must state whether the post held was a salaried position or not, or alternatively an official letter from that institution stating this must be submitted).
(d) If work has been performed in a registered government agency, or a registered private company or private agency, or a registered national or international association or organisation, but no letter has been issued by that office specifying the performed job and the duration of the job (in years, months and days), and the job responsibilities (even if work has been performed in different posts in one agency), then the "Experience Reference Check Form" in Table 8 of the Recruitment Rules.
(e) Copy of valid registration and licence
Matters to be considered for a suitable person for the post
The criteria considered for this post to be filled by the most suitable person are set out in "Guidelines and Principles for Appointment and Recruitment to Doctor Job Metrics Posts 2023".
How to apply for the post and deadline
Documents for application must be submitted by 12:00 on Thursday, 22 October 2026, to F. Atoll Hospital. The application form and documents may also be accepted via email (f.atollhospital@health.gov.mv).
And if the government announces a public holiday before the deadline of this announcement, applications can be received up to the number of days of the announced holiday.
Shortlisting
From the applicants for this post, based on educational level and experience, the candidates most suitable for the post will be short listed; those with the highest scores will be selected.
Interview (if there is an examination and presentation, that shall also be included) Venue and duration:
The interview and examination to select a person for this post will be held between 28 and 31 October 2026, at F. Atoll Hospital.
Publication of the "Sheet of Points Awarded to Applicants for the Post (A2 Sheet)"
Within three days of conducting the interview, a point sheet (A2 sheet) showing how points were awarded to job applicants shall be made public at this office and on the office's website. If any applicant has an objection regarding the points awarded to them, that objection must be submitted to this office within three days from the date the A2 sheet is made public, not including the official holidays.
Indexed from the Government Gazette on 15 Oct 2026. The original notice is the official version; if anything differs, it wins.
At a glance
- Source
- Gazette, notice (IUL)FAH-A-2/FAH/2026/43
- Openings
- 2 people
Requirements
- Technician: Level 5 or 6 qualification on the National Qualifications Framework of the Maldives, recognised by the Maldives Allied Health Council, in a field…
- Technologist: Level 7 or 8 qualification on the National Qualifications Framework of the Maldives, recognised by the Maldives Allied Health Council, in a field…
- Registration from the Medical Laboratory Department of the Maldives Allied Health Council
- Educational field: Medical Laboratory Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Medical Science, Biomedical…
Skills
- Aseptic technique
- Sterility testing
Responsibilities
- 01Setting up, maintaining, calibrating, cleaning and performing sterility tests on medical laboratory equipment.
- 02Providing technical information on test results to physicians and family members, or to researchers.
- 03Analysing test and examination results using special mechanical or electrical equipment to verify whether they match the specifications
- 04Collecting samples from the patient's body using aseptic technique
- 05Collecting blood from the patient and placing it on specimen tubes for the laboratory requisition slip issued by the doctor, to prepare analysis reports
- 06Conducting blood and other standard analyses.
- 07Processing blood or other fluid samples for analysis by medical professionals
- 08Daily maintenance of laboratory machines and equipment, checking weekly maintenance and keeping records
- 09Resolving complaints made by patients, guardians or other parties about the laboratory where possible, and notifying the supervisor of the resolution.
- 10Training and supervising laboratory assistants and laboratory technologist trainees in field-related training and skills.
Salary & benefits
Benefits
Pension contribution under the Maldives Pension Law, and additional allowances as prescribed by Civil Service rules.
How to apply
Location
- Place
- Nilandhoo
- Atoll
- Faafu Atoll
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About the employer
F. Atoll Hospital
Healthcare
Faafu Atoll Hospital is the atoll hospital for Faafu Atoll, operating from Nilandhoo, the atoll's capital island. It began in 1996 as a health centre and was made a hospital in 2006. Its published services include radiology and imaging, primary health care and an outreach service. The hospital is part of the Atoll Hospital health authority. Its website lists specialists in general medicine, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics, anaesthesia, ophthalmology and surgery.
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