Band 7 - Transfusion Practitioner (BMS/Nurse), Blood Transfusion
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
We currently have an opportunity for a Transfusion Practitioner (TP) at Band 7 to become part of our progressive organisation and Transfusion team.
We invite applications from suitably qualified and experienced Biomedical Scientists/Nurses Band 7 level or Band 6 either already fulfilling a TP role or experienced in Transfusion practices.
Applicants must be NMC/HCPC Registered and at a minimum of Band 6 level or above in a busy NHS Trust with significant Transfusion activity.
Higher level qualification to MSc is expected as is demonstrable experience commensurate with the grade of the post, a further management or risk/quality qualification would be advantageous but is not essential.
The successful candidate is expected to work across sites as required, but out of hours participation is not a requirement of this post.
The post would suit an individual seeking the challenge of professional and managerial development and we will provide opportunities for learning and professional development.
Main duties of the job
You should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to organise and motivate service users.
The appointee will assist the Lead TP and other members of the Blood Transfusion management team in providing a comprehensive, cost effective, and high-quality Blood Transfusion service to the Trust.
The post holder will represent Blood Transfusion at relevant Trust, Pathology and external meetings as required and will contribute to service improvement as well as facilitating delivery of current service provision across the Trust.
The successful candidate will be involved in providing education to Trust and external staff in cold chain management, managing Traceability figures, investigating SHOT/SABRE incidents/Datix/Non-conformances, performing audits (national/regional) and presenting risk to a senior level. Involvement in projects such as cell-salvage will be required.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.
Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly.
We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application.
Job responsibilities
The Trust Pathology Services are currently going through an outsourcing process; however, this post will remain under Trust control and management.
As part of the interview process you will be expected to give a presentation. The title will be provided to short-listed applicants.
Previous applicants need not reapply unless there has been significant change to application.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
* Registered practitioner with NMC/HCPC.
* Degree in nursing, midwifery, Biomedical Science or equivalent.
* Postgraduate qualification in Blood transfusion speciality e.g. PG cert, PG diploma or MSc in Blood Transfusion.
* Evidence of post Registration development.
* Teaching and Assessing Qualification.
* NHSBT Transfusion Course or quality related post registration course.
Knowledge:
* Up to date knowledge of relevant political & professional issues in healthcare and particularly within transfusion practice.
Experience:
* Experience of devising, implementing and evaluating training programmes.
* Experience of working in partnership with multi-disciplinary team members at all levels.
* Experience of successfully initiating and implementing change.
* Post registration experience in a transfusion related role.
* Previous participation in audit and research.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
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