Blood Bank Technician

Paras Health; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 279,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

The role requires B.Sc. in MLT or equivalent, plus training or certification in blood bank/transfusion medicine. Expect shift work and adherence to infection control, regulatory standards, and documentation practices.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of hospital blood bank experience mandatory.
• Blood bank / transfusion medicine training or certification as required by regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood grouping, Rh typing, antibody screening, and cross-matching per protocols.
• Assist in blood collection, component preparation, processing, storage, and issue of blood components.
• Conduct compatibility testing and pre-transfusion investigations accurately.
• Ensure proper labelling, storage, inventory management, and traceability of blood units.
• Monitor and maintain blood bank equipment (refrigerators, centrifuges, storage systems).
• Maintain accurate records, temperature logs, and regulatory documentation.
• Follow infection control and biomedical waste management guidelines; ensure safety compliance.
• Comply with NABH standards and internal quality procedures; participate in QC and audits.
• Coordinate with clinicians, nursing, and lab staff for timely blood availability.
• Monitor expiry dates and stock levels to minimize wastage; support emergency transfusions.

Skills

Blood grouping

Rh typing

Antibody screening

Cross-matching

Inventory management

Documentation

Infection control

Regulatory compliance

Coordination

Time management

Shift work

Education

B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Job Description: Blood Bank Technician

Department: Blood Bank / Transfusion Medicine Designation: Blood Bank Technician Experience: 35 Years Industry: Hospital / Healthcare

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Blood Bank Technician with 3–5 years of experience in a hospital setting to support blood bank operations, ensure safe blood collection and processing, and maintain quality standards in transfusion services.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform blood grouping, Rh typing, antibody screening, and cross-matching as per established protocols.
• Assist in blood collection, component preparation, processing, storage, and issue of blood and blood components.
• Conduct compatibility testing and pre-transfusion investigations accurately.
• Ensure proper labelling, storage, inventory management, and traceability of blood units.
• Monitor and maintain blood bank equipment, including refrigerators, centrifuges, and blood storage systems.
• Maintain accurate records, registers, temperature logs, and documentation as per regulatory requirements.
• Follow infection control practices, biomedical waste management protocols, and laboratory safety guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with NABH standards, applicable blood bank regulations, and internal quality procedures.
• Participate in internal quality control, equipment calibration, audits, and proficiency testing.
• Coordinate with clinicians, nursing teams, and laboratory personnel to ensure timely availability of blood and blood components.
• Monitor expiry dates and stock levels to minimize wastage and ensure availability of required blood components.
• Support emergency transfusion requirements and maintain round-the-clock readiness as per hospital protocols.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Relevant blood bank / transfusion medicine training or certification as required by applicable regulations.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in a hospital blood bank is mandatory.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of blood grouping, cross-matching, and transfusion medicine procedures.
• Familiarity with blood bank equipment and laboratory information systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in testing and documentation.
• Knowledge of quality control, infection control, and regulatory compliance.
• Good coordination, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work in shifts and handle emergency requirements