Medical Technologist (Haematology / Blood Bank)

The Role

Be a part of Parkway Laboratory! We are looking for experienced Medical Technologists (Haematology/Blood Bank) in the following locations:

• Gleneagles Hospital
• Mount Elizabeth Hospital (Orchard)
• Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital
• Parkway East Hospital
• Main Laboratory in Paya Lebar area

Key Accountabilities

• Perform a variety of test procedures according to the standards set in the Laboratory.
• Routine sample processing such as spinning and aliquoting of patient samples.
• Routine qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses on blood, CSF (cerebrospinal fluid), urine and other body fluids.
• Routine haematology procedures including, microscopy (blood film, microfilaria, malaria parasite, reticulocytes), bone marrow assistance, slide staining and stem cells thawing.
• Handle coagulation testing and blood transfusion services (crossmatching, blood typing, antibody screening, unit typing, stock management and transfusion reaction investigation).
• Handle administrative tasks such as registration of patient samples, handling telephone inquiries by clients, printing/sending patient results, result retrieval and record/specimen keeping.
• Maintain proper inventory levels of all clinical laboratory consumables and reagents.
• Review all daily QC results and highlight any concerns with the Seniors.
• Check the performance of all instruments and equipment in the Laboratory and to report any faulty equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable safety and regulatory guidelines, participating in CAP proficiency testing programs and in hospital quality assurance programs.
• Participates in routine maintenance program for instruments and ongoing continuing education and professional development programs.
• Other duties as assigned from time to time by clinical supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Medical Technology or related field
• Preferably with 1 to 2 years of experience in haematology and blood bank testing
• Knowledge of haematology and blood bank principles, practices, and procedures
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to work rotating shift including weekends and public holiday