The Blood Centre Chief Technician is responsible for overseeing the technical operations of the blood centre, including blood collection, testing, component separation, and storage. This role involves supervising the team of blood bank technicians and ensuring that all technical procedures are compliant with safety, regulatory, and quality standards. The Chief Technician ensures the smooth operation of the blood centre by managing resources, training staff, and maintaining equipment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervision of Technical Staff:
- Lead and manage a team of technicians and phlebotomists, ensuring that all tasks related to blood collection, testing, and processing are performed efficiently.
- Coordinate with the Blood Centre Technical Supervisor and other departments to ensure seamless operations.
- Provide guidance and technical expertise to resolve any complex issues that arise during blood processing.
- Blood Collection and Processing:
- Oversee the collection, testing, and separation of blood into its components (red blood cells, plasma, platelets, etc.).
- Ensure that blood is processed and stored according to hospital protocols and regulatory requirements.
- Supervise the labeling and storage of blood components, ensuring accuracy and compliance with safety standards.
- Quality Assurance and Compliance:
- Implement and monitor quality control procedures in blood testing, collection, and processing to maintain the highest safety and accuracy standards.
- Ensure compliance with national and international regulations such as NABH, AABB, and FDA guidelines.
- Participate in internal and external audits to verify the quality and safety of blood center operations.
- Staff Training and Development:
- Train and mentor junior technicians and new staff on blood bank procedures, equipment operation, and safety protocols.
- Regularly assess staff performance and provide opportunities for professional development.
- Stay updated with the latest advancements in transfusion medicine and implement relevant training for staff.
- Equipment Management:
- Ensure that all blood center equipment is regularly calibrated, maintained, and serviced to prevent malfunctions.
- Monitor the performance of technical equipment and troubleshoot any issues that arise.
- Coordinate with the maintenance department for timely repair and replacement of defective equipment.
- Documentation and Record-Keeping:
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of all blood processing, testing, and inventory.
- Ensure the proper documentation of quality control measures, equipment maintenance, and staff training.
- Use the Laboratory Information System (LIS) to manage data related to donor and recipient information, blood components, and testing results.
- Inventory and Resource Management:
- Manage the blood bank inventory, ensuring that there are adequate supplies of blood, testing reagents, and consumables.
- Coordinate with procurement teams to replenish stocks in a timely manner.
- Monitor the expiration dates of blood products and ensure proper rotation of inventory to minimize waste.
- Donor and Patient Safety:
- Collaborate with medical teams to ensure the safe collection of blood from donors and its safe transfusion to patients.
- Monitor donor health during blood collection and address any complications promptly.
- Ensure that blood products are safe for transfusion by verifying test results and quality control measures.
- Regulatory and Safety Compliance:
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols, including infection control measures and the use of PPE.
- Implement and enforce protocols for handling biohazardous materials and preventing contamination in the blood center.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹8,086.00 - ₹37,624.80 per month
Benefits:
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Rotational shift
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person