Medical Laboratory Scientist- Blood Bank
Core
Performs complex clinical laboratory tests in the Pathology Department, specializing in blood banking, hematology, and microbiology to ensure patient safety and accurate diagnosis.
Role type
Medical Laboratory Scientist (Blood Bank)
Builds
Clinical test results and patient care
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Laboratory
Required skills
Blood typing and cross-matching, Hematology analysis, Microbiology isolation and identification, Coagulation factor identification, Chemical analysis of body fluids, Quality control procedures, Equipment calibration and maintenance, Specimen handling and transport
Preferred skills
Teaching and mentoring students/residents, Developing new laboratory tests and procedures
Technologies
Laboratory instruments, Reagents, Stains, Microscopes, Analytical equipment
Responsibilities
Type and cross-match blood for compatibility, Isolate and identify abnormal blood incompatibility factors, Perform standard and specialized hematologic procedures, Isolate microorganisms and perform antibiotic susceptibility tests, Analyze body fluids for glucose, electrolytes, and drugs, Record and review test results for accuracy, Calibrate instruments and perform quality controls, Troubleshoot and maintain laboratory equipment, Transport specimens and draw patient blood samples
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC
