Blood Bank Lab Technologist

The Blood Bank Lab Technologist is responsible for performing a variety of complex laboratory tests related to the collection, processing, testing, and preparation of blood and blood components for transfusion. They ensure the accuracy of test results and the safety of blood products while adhering to all regulatory standards and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

Blood Collection and Processing:

Perform blood type, cross-matching, and antibody identification tests.
Process and prepare blood components such as red blood cells, plasma, and platelets for transfusions.
Ensure proper labeling and storage of blood products.
Maintain records of blood units, including donations, tests, and transfusions.

Testing and Quality Control:

Conduct pre-transfusion compatibility testing to ensure blood matches between donors and recipients.
Perform viral marker testing to ensure the safety of blood products (e.g., tests for HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C).
Participate in proficiency testing and internal/external quality control programs.
Maintain equipment calibration and ensure regular maintenance of laboratory instruments.

Regulatory Compliance:

Follow established protocols and procedures to ensure patient safety and minimize errors.
Assist in the preparation and implementation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the lab.

Inventory Management:

Monitor blood bank inventory levels and ensure timely availability of blood products.
Manage incoming blood donations and the distribution of blood products to hospitals and clinics.
Handle emergency requests for blood and ensure timely delivery.

Documentation and Reporting:

Accurately document all laboratory procedures and results.
Generate reports on blood usage, inventory, and quality control measures.
Maintain detailed records of donor and recipient information in compliance with confidentiality guidelines.

Skills

Maintain Records Communication Skills Blood Collection and Processing

Job Details

Industry:

Healthcare / Hospital / Medical

Functional Area:

Health & Medicine

Total Positions:

2 Posts

Job Shift:

Rotating

Job Type:

Contract

Job Location:

Garden East, Karachi, Pakistan

Gender:

No Preference

Age:

22 - 38 Years

Minimum Education:

Bachelors

Degree Title:

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences/(BS) in MLT/ MSc

Career Level:

Entry Level

Experience:

1 Year - 2 Years (1~2 Years in Blood bank preferred)

Apply Before:

Nov 03, 2024

Posting Date:

Oct 24, 2024

Fatimid Foundation

Healthcare / Hospital / Medical · 51-100 employees - Karachi

History of Fatimid Foundation How It Began: The journey that began in a small room on the pavement of Britto Road, Karachi, Pakistan has gradually blossomed into the largest voluntary health care and blood transfusion service providing thousands of bags of healthy fully screened blood and blood products each month to its thousands of patients (majority of whom are children) suffering from dreadful blood disorders i.e. thalassaemia, hemophilia and other blood disorders. Today Fatimid centres are located in Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, Multan, Quetta ,Hyderabad, Rashidabad and Khairpur. Why It Came Into Existence: The absence of an adequate, effective, safe-free of charge National Blood Transfusion Services is an important health-system problem that Pakistan faces today. The requirement of blood transfusion for potentially preventable maternal morbidity and mortality is quite high in Pakistan. Creation of Blood-intensive specialist Centres for Cancer surgery, Chemotherapy, Radiotherapy, Renal Dialysis, Renal transplantation, Cardiovascular by-pass surgery, Thalassaemia, Haemophilia, Leukaemia etc, have all led to an even greater need for blood and blood products. It is estimated that, Pakistan requires around 8,000+ units of blood everyday, while the transfusion needs outstrip the current availability of blood. The collection and supply of safe blood is further reduced with the fairly high prevalence rate of Hepatitis B & C viruses found amongst the potential blood donors. Although systematic surveys have not been carried out in all areas of the country, it is estimated that around ten million suffer from the viruses of Hepatitis B and C. The danger of spreading HIV infections, even in low-incidence country like Pakistan further complicates the situation. Transmission of HIV and Hepatitis infections through blood and blood products therefore, demands adequate supply of un-infected 'Safe Blood' for the transfusions. Fatimid Foundation feels proud