Job overview
We are looking for an Associate Transfusion Practitioner with experience in blood transfusion be an active part of the Hospital Transfusion Team working under the supervision and alongside the Transfusion Practitioner.
This role will be based at York Hospital but may involve travel across other networks sites on regular basis.
Please note interviews for this position are held in person only and remote interviews will not be offered.
Main duties of the job
Working under the direction of the Transfusion Practitioner(s) the post holder will:-
Provide assistance and support to the Transfusion Practitioner(s)
• To assist with administrative tasks where necessary
• Undertake traceability requirements of the Trust in relation to BSQR in conjunction with the Transfusion Practitioner(s)
• To have detailed knowledge of the Blood track manager system and produce monthly reports on alerts and non conformances to be fed
back to the Hospital Transfusion Team.
• Maintain standards of transfusion practice
• Maintain up to date knowledge of best practice and legislation
Working together as part of the Hospital Transfusion Team the post holder will also be responsible for participating in the regular delivery and
recording of training of all staff levels involved in the collection of blood and blood components and undertake competency based assessments in
collection of blood and blood components
Working for our organisation
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
1. Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
2. 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
3. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
4. Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
5. NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
6. An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
7. Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: .
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
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We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
8. HNC/HND, NVQ level 4 or a Foundation Degree in a science subject or IBMS Certificate of Achievement Part II or other relevant clinical experience related to Blood Transfusion
Experience
Essential criteria
9. Previous experience of working to written procedures in a laboratory environment
Aptitude and Personal Qualities
Essential criteria
10. Ability to work alone or as part of a team
11. Confidence to lead training sessions for end users
12. Methodical approach to work and an ability to remain calm under pressure
Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria
13. Computer literate (MS Word & Excel, PowerPoint
Desirable criteria
14. Experience of using laboratory information systems, CPD and Blood tracking software
15. Experience of BSQR and MHRA