Job summary
Decisions about donor files and the suitability of donated tissue are among the most important that are made here at NHS Blood & Transplant. Because those calls save lives. And sometimes there's a ticking clock. Getting the decisions right takes a clinical expert with specialist knowledge, great empathy, and superb communication skills. That's where you come in.
As our recognised expert for the clinical sign-off of live and deceased donor files, you'll make vital decisions about the suitability of donated tissue.
You'll support two vital programmes here at NHSBT: Autologous and Allogenic Serum Eye Drops and Live Surgical Bone. Whether or not you authorise suitability, you'll be helping to save the lives of patients and change the lives of their families.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible and recognised as the clinical expert for the clinical sign off of live and deceased donor files. Your duties will include:-
- Clinically supporting the Autologous and Allogeneic serum eye drops programme.
- Clinically supporting the live surgical bone programme as required with regards to authorising files for clinical suitability.
- Responsibility for the timely and effective management of authorising deceased donor files which includes time restricted ocular files.
- Accountability for clinical decision making regarding the suitability of donated tissue for transplantation and research.
- 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 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What we offer:
- No night shifts.
- TOIL (Time off in Lieu)
- Opportunities to work in other areas/specialisms.
- Facilitating donation
- 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.
To learn more, please see our recruitment profile, which provides a summary of the job description and person specification. This can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site'
Job description
Job responsibilities
What we offer:
- No night shifts.
- TOIL (Time off in Lieu)
- Opportunities to work in other areas/specialisms.
- Facilitating donation
- 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.
To learn more, please see our recruitment profile, which provides a summary of the job description and person specification. This can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site'
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council registration (which must be maintained) as Registered Nurse Adult.
- Educated to degree level or equivalent level of specialist knowledge gained through formal training and work experience in clinical research.
- Possession of a teaching/assessing qualification e.g. ENB998 or equivalent.
- Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).
Experience
Essential
- Experience of planning, implementing and evaluating change
- Knowledge of performance objectives and organisational targets
- Experience of clinical teaching and dealing with bereaved families
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit, data collection and research
- Awareness of current issues in nursing
- Experience in communicating with a wide range of senior professionals internal and external to the organisation
- Experience in dealing with bereaved families.
- Experience of working with Information Technology using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council registration (which must be maintained) as Registered Nurse Adult.
- Educated to degree level or equivalent level of specialist knowledge gained through formal training and work experience in clinical research.
- Possession of a teaching/assessing qualification e.g. ENB998 or equivalent.
- Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).
Experience
Essential
- Experience of planning, implementing and evaluating change
- Knowledge of performance objectives and organisational targets
- Experience of clinical teaching and dealing with bereaved families
- Understanding of principles of clinical audit, data collection and research
- Awareness of current issues in nursing
- Experience in communicating with a wide range of senior professionals internal and external to the organisation
- Experience in dealing with bereaved families.
- Experience of working with Information Technology using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
