Blood Bank Technician

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Blood Bank Technician to perform blood grouping, compatibility testing, blood component preparation, and other blood bank laboratory procedures. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safe collection, testing, processing, storage, and issue of blood and blood components in accordance with hospital protocols and applicable regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform blood grouping, Rh typing, and antibody screening as per established protocols.
• Conduct cross-matching and compatibility testing before blood transfusion.
• Assist in the collection, processing, separation, and storage of blood and blood components.
• Perform screening tests for transfusion-transmitted infections (TTIs) as per approved protocols.
• Maintain proper storage conditions and monitor blood bank refrigerators and equipment.
• Ensure accurate labeling, documentation, and traceability of blood units and components.
• Maintain blood donor records, inventory registers, and transfusion-related documentation.
• Monitor blood stock levels, expiry dates, and component availability.
• Follow infection control practices, biomedical waste management guidelines, and laboratory safety procedures.
• Ensure compliance with applicable blood bank regulations, quality standards, and hospital policies.
• Perform routine quality control checks and assist with audits and inspections.
• Coordinate with clinicians, nursing staff, and laboratory personnel for blood and blood component requirements.
• Handle blood samples and blood components carefully while maintaining patient confidentiality.

Qualifications:

• DMLT / B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology or an equivalent qualification, as applicable to the role and regulatory requirements.
• Relevant training or qualification in blood bank technology preferred.
• Basic knowledge of blood grouping, cross-matching, transfusion medicine, and laboratory safety procedures.

Experience:

• 0–1 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Freshers with relevant qualifications may also be considered, subject to institutional requirements.

Salary:

₹15,000 – ₹18,000 per month (based on experience and qualification).

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Work Location:

In person – Madha Medical College & Research Institute, Kovur, Chennai.

Additional Information:

• Immediate joiners preferred.
• Good technical knowledge, attention to detail, and documentation skills required.
• Ability to work in shifts, including weekends and holidays, as per hospital requirements.
• Candidates must follow blood bank safety protocols and applicable regulatory requirements.

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹18,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person