You will be an integral part of the Eye Bank Team, processing ocular tissue and serum eyedrops into clinical standard products following Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), for use in ocular transplants and dry eye treatments. Working in a fast moving and variable environment your essential role will directly contribute to saving and improving lives. You will undertake an extensive induction and training programme, with ongoing assessment, and receive ongoing development to support you in your role and achieving your career ambitions.
Responsibilities
* Ensuring the efficient functioning of all aspects of tissue receipt, processing and dispatch to the required quality standards using laboratory equipment
* Assisting in developing the service in anticipation of future clinical needs.
* Updating production record written and/or electronic to take receipt of, and account for incoming tissue and materials.
* Providing specialised training for Tissue Bank Assistant staff in a defined area and supervise their work
* Processing a wide range of tissue products, including corneas, sclera, along with the assessment and tissue manipulation of corneas such as DSAEK Pre‑cutting and DMEK Peeling.
* Performing independent quality control check on batch records
* Lifting and carrying items up to a weight of 15kg, with and without the use of mechanical aids
* Participating in a 24 hour on‑call rota and routine Saturday and Sunday working, willingness to work irregular hours and ability to undertake travel and spend time away from base including overnight stays when required (with appropriate prior notice).
Benefits
* 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part‑time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years service and to 33 days after 10 years.
* NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/pensions
* We’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well‑led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive programme embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It is open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
Experience and Knowledge
* Experience of working in a laboratory
* An understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice and Health and Safety requirements
* Experience of working with Information Technology using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Qualifications and Training
* BSc in a biological discipline, or equivalent qualification or equivalent level of knowledge gained through formal training and work experience in tissue or blood banking.
* Demonstrate commitment to own Continued Professional Development (CPD)
It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, you’ll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary – donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.
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