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Job Title: Blood Transfusion Practitioner (Band 7) Salary: £53,931 - £64,710 dependent on experience Hours: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm Contract: Permanent Location: The London Clinic, 20 Devonshire Place, London About Us The London Clinic is one of the UK's largest independent charitable hospitals, established in 1932 and located in the heart of Marylebone. Our main hospital has 234 beds, 10 theatres, and advanced diagnostic services, while our award-winning Duchess of Devonshire Wing is a purpose-built cancer centre with state-of-the-art radiotherapy and chemotherapy suites. As a charity, we reinvest income into pioneering treatments, facilities, and technology to benefit patients, staff, and the wider community. We are proud of our values: We go further, We work as one, We personalise care. These principles shape everything we do, from providing complex care across cancer, orthopaedics, neurosurgery, and digestive diseases, to supporting our staff with continuous development and innovation in practice. By joining us, you will become part of a supportive, forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering excellence in patient care. The Role We are seeking an experienced Blood Transfusion Practitioner to join our Professional Practice team. This is a key role, responsible for ensuring the safe and effective use of blood and blood components across The London Clinic. You will be an accountable professional, working at the interface between laboratory and clinical services, with responsibility for embedding safe transfusion practice, leading on governance and regulatory compliance, and supporting the professional development of staff across the organisation. Key Duties:
Developing and implementing transfusion-related policies, SOPs, and guidelines in line with regulatory standards.Providing expert advice and support to staff, patients, and the wider organisation on all aspects of blood transfusion.Designing, delivering, and evaluating specialist education and training programmes to promote safe practice.Leading on governance activity, audits, and MHRA inspections, ensuring full compliance with national standards and the Blood Safety and Quality Regulations.Supporting Hospital Transfusion Team and Committee activities, including strategies to minimise unnecessary use of blood.Establishing and developing the Transfusion Champion role, supporting clinical leadership at ward level.Leading and supporting research, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a registered nurse with:
NMC registration and significant clinical experience in blood transfusion or acute care.Strong knowledge of transfusion policies, national guidance, and regulatory frameworks including SHOT, MHRA, and NICE.Excellent communication and teaching skills, with the ability to train, support, and influence multidisciplinary teams.Experience in governance, audit, and service improvement.Strong organisational and problem-solving skills with the ability to lead change effectively.Expertise in transfusion gained from working across different clinical environments including surgical wards, ITU, and medical wards, in either NHS or private hospital settings.A master's degree (or working towards one), leadership training, and experience of committee membership or accreditation processes would be an advantage. Benefits We offer a range of benefits including flexible working and great career opportunities. Our core benefits are:
Private Medical InsuranceContributory pension scheme (total contribution up to 20%)25 days holiday plus bank holidaysLife assuranceTravel season ticket loanFamily friendly benefitsA range of retail discountsExcellent career development; with clear career pathways and access to further education. Apply Now We will be reviewing applications and interviewing on a rolling basis. The advert may close early once the vacancy is filled, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in shaping transfusion practice within a respected independent hospital. You will have scope to influence policy, education, and governance, while working in a supportive environment that values expertise, innovation, and continuous improvement. Strictly no agency contact please. All direct applications will be considered in line with our recruitment process. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all adults at risk, children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices during our selection process. Pre-employment checks are undertaken in accordance with industry standards and regulations, and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). If you would like further information about our safer recruitment policy then please contact a member of our recruitment team. The London Clinic is proud of its diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We absolutely welcome applicants from underrepresented groups; if you think you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply - we would love to hear from you regardless of your background.
