Blood Bank Technicians checks the quality and safety of the blood donated by the donor. They work under the supervision of a medical or clinical technologist or manager. These technicians play a crucial role in protecting the health of both blood donor and receiver.

Their duties include collecting and preparing blood, plasma and other components for transfusion. They store the blood draws and other related documents for future reference.

They perform various tests for checking antigen and antibodies, viruses in donated blood and abnormal samples. They also provide support for the doctors during blood transfusion. They are also responsible for comforting the patients and checking their vital signs during blood transfusion. Blood Bank Technicians usually works in blood-donation centers, reference labs, transfusion blood-service centers and research facilities.

Qualifying Exam

Educational qualification needed for a blood bank technician is a diploma in blood bank technology. Candidates who have completed certification course in blood bank technician can also practice as a blood bank technician in any health care organization. Qualified blood bank technicians can move up to management roles, if they possess sufficient experience in this field.

Who are eligible to apply?

Candidates who have passed plus two with Physics, Chemistry and Biology can pursue a certificate or diploma course in blood bank technology. Those who want to pursue diploma course in blood bank technology should possess minimum fifty percent marks while combining the marks of the subjects Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Certificate course need only a pass in 12th standard. Candidates should complete any of these courses from a recognized Institute to become a qualified blood bank technician.

Key elements in the process

• Pass plus two with the subjects Physics, Chemistry and Biology
• Complete diploma course in Blood Bank Technology
• Complete certificate course in Blood Bank Technician (optional)
• Apply for the job

Skills required for a Blood Bank Technician

Blood Bank Technicians should be well aware of the latest technologies used in blood transfusion. They should be able to operate the complicated medical equipments used in their field. They should possess excellent critical thinking and reasoning abilities. Problem solving capacity is essential for these technicians. Good oral and written communication skills are needed for them as they have to interact with their superiors.

Good Leadership qualities and team work is also needed for these technicians to excel in their career.