Walk-in || Blood Bank Technician

A blood bank technician collects, tests, processes, and stores blood and blood products to ensure a safe supply for patient transfusions and medical procedures. [1, 2]Key Responsibilities

• Blood Collection: Screen donors, perform venipuncture, and collect blood units safely.
• Testing and Screening: Conduct blood typing, cross-matching, and screen for infectious diseases like HIV and hepatitis.
• Component Preparation: Separate whole blood into components such as red blood cells, plasma, and platelets using centrifuges.
• Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels, track expiration dates, and store products at proper temperatures.
• Equipment Maintenance: Clean, calibrate, and operate specialized laboratory machinery.
• Safety and Compliance: Follow strict biohazard protocols and regulatory guidelines (such as NABL or NABH standards). [1, 2, 3]

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT/BMLT) or a related field.
• Experience: Typically 1 to 3 years of experience in a clinical laboratory or hospital blood bank.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, basic computer proficiency, and good communication skills for interacting with donors. [1]

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