Job summary
If you're looking for a way to work at a different pace, develop new skills and put your transfusion experience and knowledge to wider use to the benefit of many of laboratories at once, then this may be the job for you.
UK NEQAS Blood Transfusion and Laboratory Practice (BTLP) consists of six people who work closely, within a larger unit of approximately 30, which incorporates UK NEQAS Haematology.
We regularly participate at and attend various transfusion conferences to keep abreast of developments within the field, you will be given opportunities to participate in this.
We are based in a bespoke unit designed and built specifically for our use in the Croxley Business Park in Watford which has regular lunchtime activities, an on-site gym and childcare facilities, free parking and a free shuttle bus from the local stations.
The hours for this post are 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:30, however, part-time working of at least 30 hours per week would be considered.
Main duties of the job
You will need to have practical experience in one or more manual blood group serology systems, and knowledge of various aspects of laboratory transfusion including trouble shooting. Laboratory work is phasic and depends on the needs of the service from day to day; approximately half your time will be spent in the laboratory.
The post also involves office work, including data entry, document review and data analysis, and bottling and packing of EQA materials. This post will involve liaising with participants to answer a range of questions about performing EQA testing, training will be provided in all aspects of EQA to enable this.
UK NEQAS BTLP is a small team, and all members are expected to contribute to planning, laboratory work, and troubleshooting. The post requires an ability to adapt to changes at short notice and to work closely within a team to find solutions to problems in a collaborative way to meet deadlines.
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.
If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net
If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The main duties of this post are:
- Leading in the laboratory testing of exercise material including blood grouping, antibody screening and identification, antibody titration, phenotyping, and acid elution and flow cytometry for FMH.
- Leading in preparation and bottling of Blood Transfusion Survey material.
- Contributes to data analysis and drafting of reports.
- Provide advice and information to participants.
- Participating in exercise and schedule planning.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The main duties of this post are:
- Leading in the laboratory testing of exercise material including blood grouping, antibody screening and identification, antibody titration, phenotyping, and acid elution and flow cytometry for FMH.
- Leading in preparation and bottling of Blood Transfusion Survey material.
- Contributes to data analysis and drafting of reports.
- Provide advice and information to participants.
- Participating in exercise and schedule planning.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- Biomedical Science degree or equivalent professional qualification.
- HCPC registration.
Desirable
- Postgraduate diploma or specialist training or other equivalent qualification or experience.
Knowledge:
Essential
- Knowledge of blood group serology, demonstrating an understanding of different techniques in use and the reactivity and clinical significance of red cell antibodies.
- Knowledge of the wider aspects of current transfusion laboratory practice.
- An understanding of the need of confidentiality awareness at all times.
Desirable
- Specialist knowledge of the role of EQA as part of quality assurance.
- Broad theoretical and practical knowledge of transfusion testing and transfusion medicine.
Experience:
Essential
- Practical experience in one or more manual blood group serology systems.
- Basic experience with word-processing and spreadsheet applications.
Desirable
- Practical experience of several blood grouping techniques including different IAT technologies and automation.
- Experience in blood component manipulation.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- Biomedical Science degree or equivalent professional qualification.
- HCPC registration.
Desirable
- Postgraduate diploma or specialist training or other equivalent qualification or experience.
Knowledge:
Essential
- Knowledge of blood group serology, demonstrating an understanding of different techniques in use and the reactivity and clinical significance of red cell antibodies.
- Knowledge of the wider aspects of current transfusion laboratory practice.
- An understanding of the need of confidentiality awareness at all times.
Desirable
- Specialist knowledge of the role of EQA as part of quality assurance.
- Broad theoretical and practical knowledge of transfusion testing and transfusion medicine.
Experience:
Essential
- Practical experience in one or more manual blood group serology systems.
- Basic experience with word-processing and spreadsheet applications.
Desirable
- Practical experience of several blood grouping techniques including different IAT technologies and automation.
- Experience in blood component manipulation.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
