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As the Blood Centre Chief Technician, you will be responsible for overseeing the technical operations of the blood centre, including blood collection, testing, component separation, and storage. Your role involves supervising the team of blood bank technicians and ensuring that all technical procedures are compliant with safety, regulatory, and quality standards. You will play a crucial role in ensuring 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 efficient performance of tasks related to blood collection, testing, and processing. - Coordinate with the Blood Centre Technical Supervisor and other departments for seamless operations. - Provide guidance and technical expertise to resolve complex issues during blood processing. - Blood Collection and Processing: - Oversee the collection, testing, and separation of blood into its components. - Ensure compliance with hospital protocols and regulatory requirements for processing and storage of blood. - Supervise the labeling and storage of blood components to maintain accuracy and safety standards. - Quality Assurance and Compliance: - Implement and monitor quality control procedures to maintain safety and accuracy standards. - Ensure compliance with national and international regulations such as NABH, AABB, and FDA guidelines. - Participate in 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. - Assess staff performance regularly and provide opportunities for professional development. - Stay updated with advancements in transfusion medicine and implement relevant training for staff. - Equipment Management: - Ensure regular calibration, maintenance, and servicing of blood center equipment to prevent malfunctions. - Monitor equipment performance and troubleshoot any issues. - Coordinate with the maintenance department for timely repair and replacement of defective equipment. - Documentation and Record-Keeping: - Maintain accurate records of blood processing, testing, and inventory. - Document quality control measures, equipment maintenance, and staff training. - Utilize the Laboratory Information System (LIS) for managing data related to donors, recipients, blood components, and testing results. - Inventory and Resource Management: - Manage blood bank inventory to ensure adequate supplies of blood, testing reagents, and consumables. - Coordinate with procurement teams for timely replenishment of stocks. - Monitor expiration dates of blood products and ensure proper inventory rotation. - Donor and Patient Safety: - Collaborate with medical teams to ensure safe blood collection and transfusion. - Monitor donor health during blood collection and address complications promptly. - Verify test results and quality control measures to ensure blood product safety. - Regulatory and Safety Compliance: - Adhere to safety protocols, including infection control measures and PPE use. - Implement protocols for handling biohazardous materials and preventing contamination. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: - Life insurance - Paid sick time Schedule: - Day shift - Evening shift - Morning shift - Night shift - Rotational shift - Weekend availability Work Location: In person,
