Attention to detail and accuracy Time management and multitasking Teamwork and communication with doctors/nurses Ethical handling of patient information Ability to work under pressure ⚙️ Equipment & Maintenance Skills Routine maintenance of lab instruments Troubleshooting minor technical issues Reagent preparation and inventory control

Infection control and biosafety practices Proper use of PPE Waste management and biohazard disposal Following SOPs and laboratory protocols Accurate result recording and reporting Basic data interpretation Maintaining lab registers and records Computer skills (LIS, MS Office)

Sample collection (blood, urine, stool, sputum, swabs) Performing routine tests: hematology, biochemistry, microbiology, serology Staining techniques (Gram stain, ZN stain, Leishman stain) Operating lab equipment (centrifuge, microscope, auto-analyzers) Quality control and calibration of instruments Proper handling, labeling, and storage of specimens