York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Associate Transfusion Practitioner

The closing date is 05 April 2026

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Job summary

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)o To assist with administrative tasks where necessaryo Undertake traceability requirements of the Trust in relation to BSQR in conjunction with the Transfusion Practitioner(s)o To have detailed knowledge of the Blood track manager system and produce monthly reports on alerts and non conformances to be fedback to the Hospital Transfusion Team.o Maintain standards of transfusion practiceo Maintain up to date knowledge of best practice and legislationWorking together as part of the Hospital Transfusion Team the post holder will also be responsible for participating in the regular delivery andrecording of training of all staff levels involved in the collection of blood and blood components and undertake competency based assessments incollection of blood and blood components

About us

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

  • Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
  • 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
  • A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
  • Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
  • NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
  • An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
  • 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.

To find out more about working for our Trust, please visit: Trust Information Pack - 1

Details

Date posted

20 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

419-325869-ATP-CSD

Job locations

York hospital

Wigginton road

York

YO31 8HE


Job description

Job 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:yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

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.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Job description

Job 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:yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

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.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains 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

  • 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

  • Previous experience of working to written procedures in a laboratory environment

Aptitude and Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Ability to work alone or as part of a team
  • Confidence to lead training sessions for end users
  • Methodical approach to work and an ability to remain calm under pressure

Skills and Attributes

Essential

  • Computer literate (MS Word & Excel, PowerPoint

Desirable

  • Experience of using laboratory information systems, CPD and Blood tracking software
  • Experience of BSQR and MHRA
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • 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

  • Previous experience of working to written procedures in a laboratory environment

Aptitude and Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Ability to work alone or as part of a team
  • Confidence to lead training sessions for end users
  • Methodical approach to work and an ability to remain calm under pressure

Skills and Attributes

Essential

  • Computer literate (MS Word & Excel, PowerPoint

Desirable

  • Experience of using laboratory information systems, CPD and Blood tracking software
  • Experience of BSQR and MHRA

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.

Employer details

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

York hospital

Wigginton road

York

YO31 8HE


Employer's website

https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

York hospital

Wigginton road

York

YO31 8HE


Employer's website

https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Transfusion Practitioner

Tina Ivel

catrina.ivel1@nhs.net

01904725830

Details

Date posted

20 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

419-325869-ATP-CSD

Job locations

York hospital

Wigginton road

York

YO31 8HE


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