SHOT Clinical Incident Specialist Job Summary Serious Hazards of Transfusion (SHOT) is the UK s independent professionally-led haemovigilance scheme. This is a unique opportunity to join an internationally respected organisation. Since 1996 SHOT has been collecting and analysing anonymised information on adverse events and reactions in blood transfusion from all healthcare organisations that are involved in the transfusion of blood and blood components in the UK. Where risks and problems are identified, SHOT produces recommendations to improve patient safety. The recommendations are published its annual report and circulated to all the relevant organisations including the four UK Blood Services, the Departments of Health in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland and all the relevant professional bodies and reporting hospitals. Main duties of the job You will work under the direction of the SHOT Operations Manager (SOM) and Medical Director (MD) on the detailed analysis, interpretation and reporting of clinically-based SHOT data. Your responsibilities will include:- Producing reports, presentations, manuscripts, surveys and studies on behalf of SHOT for the annual report, peer reviewed journals, symposia and for other publications and presentations as required. Working closely with the SHOT Working Expert Group (WEG) on interpretation of data for reports, publications and manuscripts. Setting up working groups and study teams to carry out research as agreed with SOM and MD. Co-ordinate all activities throughout the project. Leading on projects related to adverse incident reporting which may involve spending time in hospitals and blood establishments. Liaising with the SHOT Research Analyst over the writing of queries, selection and extraction of data adding expert interpretation and discussion. Formulating plans and initiating clinically-based in depth studies arising from SHOT data and trends, identifying data to be collected and methods of analysis and developing hypotheses. Critically appraising the data produced, literature searches and the timely production of reports, manuscripts and presentations of the data. Representing SHOT at Regional, National and International meetings and make presentations of clinical data and studies. Leading on the development of recommendations for action and changes in clinical practice based on findings, and interacting with external professional and regulatory bodies regarding this. Leading on behalf of SHOT, in ongoing national initiatives, for example the Patient Blood Management initiative and the National Comparative Audit (when relevant). Initiating the development of teaching material suitable for healthcare professionals based on SHOT clinical data, designing and carrying out teaching sessions as required in the UK and beyond. You will be required to travel and spend time away from base, which will involve working irregular hours and overnight stays when required, with prior notice About You Qualifications and Training Degree in nursing, biomedical or social science or equivalent professional qualification Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration OR registered with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Recognised higher nursing or biomedical science qualification in blood transfusion or evidence of continuing professional development showing breadth and depth equivalent to a higher qualification equivalent to Masters Level Teaching and/or presentation training to Train the Trainer level. Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD) Experience and Knowledge Substantial relevant clinical experience in an acute hospital, community or public health setting Experience of risk and/or error management Experience of clinical or scientific study and audit design and execution Experience of writing, speaking and presenting data and preparation of the materials required Experience of developing hypotheses and writing proposals for studies Knowledge of clinical governance and healthcare quality issues Proven track record of effective team working. About Us 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. Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do. By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever. You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. What we offer: NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities where the role will allow. 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 program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role. Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process. This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Friday 31 st January 2025. Interviews are anticipated to be held on Wednesday 12th February 2025 subject to confirmation For informal enquiries please contact Caryn Hughes - SHOT Operations Manager, via email - Caryn.Hughesnhsbt.nhs.uk or Emma Milser - SHOT Haemovigilance/Patient Blood Management Specialist, via email at Emma.Milsernhsbt.nhs.uk