Medical Laboratory Scientists- Blood Banks

Job Purpose:

Blood Bank Operations and Testing:

• Perform ABO and Rh typing antibody screening and crossmatching to ensure compatibility between donors and recipients.
• Investigate and resolve blood group discrepancies or unexpected antibody reactions.
• Analyse posttransfusion samples to identify adverse reactions.
• Report findings to the clinical team and provide recommendations for further management.
• Conduct advanced serological tests to identify and characterize alloantibodies or autoantibodies.
• Evaluate rare or complex serological cases using specialized techniques.

Blood Product Management:

• Maintain optimal levels of blood products including whole blood red cells platelets and plasma.
• Monitor expiration dates and ensure proper storage conditions according to regulatory standards.
• Ensure all blood products are correctly processed labeled and documented in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Perform quality control checks on processed units.
• Handle specialized preparations such as irradiation or washing of blood products.

Quality Assurance and Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with guidelines from regulatory bodies such as the FDA AABB CAP or equivalent.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records for inspections and audits.
• Regularly calibrate maintain and validate laboratory equipment and reagents.
• Participate in proficiency testing and internal/external quality assessments.
• Assist in developing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs) and protocols.

Technical ProblemSolving:

• Identify and resolve technical problems with laboratory equipment reagents and procedures.
• Escalate complex issues to supervisors or manufacturers when necessary.
• Collaborate with clinicians to address unusual cases or transfusion challenges.
• Provide expert recommendations based on serological findings.

Staff Development:

• Train new staff students or residents in blood bank protocols and procedures.
• Conduct competency assessments and continuing education sessions for team members.

Data Management and Reporting:

• Ensure accurate and complete documentation of laboratory tests and procedures in the laboratory information system (LIS).
• Generate and analyze reports to monitor trends usage and incidents.
• Document and report adverse events errors and nearmisses according to established protocols.

Qualifications :

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Microbiology Medical Laboratory Science Pathology
• Masters degree in a related field is an added advantage.

Professional Requirements

• Certification as a Technologist or Specialist in Microbiology is an added advantage.

Experience Requirements:

• 14 years of experience in a blood bank setting demonstrating progressive responsibility and expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to perform basic blood bank procedures such as blood typing antibody screening and compatibility testing under close supervision

Knowledge Requirements

• Indepth knowledge of blood bank principles including blood collection processing storage and transfusion.
• Comprehensive understanding of blood group systems red cell antigens antibodies and blood compatibility testing.
• Knowledge of transfusion therapy including indications complications and adverse reactions.
• Proficiency in various laboratory techniques including serological testing and blood component preparation.

Skill Requirements:

• Technical Skills
• Analytical and ProblemSolving Skills
• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Critical Thinking Skills
• Organizational Skills

Personal Abilities:

• Professional attitude towards work.
• Shares the AMCEs vision.
• Proactive and organized.
• Has personal and professional credibility and commands the respect of colleagues and peers. 
• Supportive and approachable and capable of inspiring confidence in staff members.
• Ability to adapt accordingly.
• High levels of honesty and integrity.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime