Blood Bank Technician

About the role

The Blood Bank Technician will supervise and perform all technical activities related to blood collection, testing, processing, storage, and issue within a hospital setting. The role ensures compliance with national standards, safety protocols, and hospital policies to deliver safe transfusion services.

Key responsibilities

• Perform blood grouping, cross‑matching, antibody screening, and compatibility testing.
• Handle collection, processing, separation, labeling, storage, and issue of blood components such as PRBC, platelets, FFP, and cryoprecipitate.
• Conduct transfusion‑transmitted infection testing (HIV, HBV, HCV, Syphilis, Malaria) following standard protocols.
• Operate and maintain equipment including centrifuges, refrigerators, blood storage cabinets, incubators, and cell separators.
• Maintain SOPs, quality‑control measures, and accurate inventory records.
• Prepare regulatory documentation, audit reports, and manage donor adverse reactions.
• Promote voluntary donation, organize blood‑donation camps, and participate in quality‑assurance schemes.

Required profile

• Diploma or B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT / BMLT).
• Minimum 5 years experience in a hospital‑based blood bank or transfusion service.
• Strong knowledge of transfusion medicine, blood‑bank protocols, and relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Ability to work under pressure, especially in emergencies, and lead a team.
• Proficiency with laboratory information systems and basic computer skills.

Required skills

• Blood grouping, cross‑matching, antibody screening, compatibility testing.
• Transfusion‑transmitted infection testing.
• Centrifuge and blood‑storage equipment operation.
• Quality‑control procedures for reagents and blood products.
• Laboratory information system (LIS) usage.

What we offer

• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities to contribute to high‑quality patient care.
• Competitive remuneration aligned with industry standards.