Medical Scientist – Blood Transfusion

Assist in developing, maintaining, and enforcing laboratory procedures to ensure efficient operation of testing processes and equipment.

Support the implementation of operational procedures aligned with best practice standards to optimise laboratory resources.

Contribute to the development and implementation of a patient-centred quality management programme, including performance measurement and service audits.

Perform scientific laboratory work in accordance with INAB and JCI accreditation standards under the guidance of the Chief Medical Scientist and Laboratory Manager.

Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory standards, including INAB accreditation requirements and EU Directives on Blood and Blood Products where applicable.

Effectively prioritise and organise workload, particularly during busy periods, and manage multiple testing processes simultaneously.

Participate in departmental on-call rotas and collaborate with staff in implementing new technologies and laboratory practices in line with hospital policies.

Assist in laboratory stock management, record incidents or equipment issues, and report findings to laboratory management when necessary.

Support training and professional development within the laboratory team while maintaining clear, professional communication with colleagues and hospital clients.

Follow health and safety regulations, contribute to quality assurance programmes, support laboratory information systems, and participate in performance reviews while remaining flexible to meet service needs.