Job summary
To work as part of the Clinical Services Team based at WBS HQ Talbot Green providing support for the collation of data and management of donor adverse events and low risk incidents. To record, validate, and analyse data relating to Clinical and Collections Services performance and quality function and information for clinical audit and quality assurance purposes to contribute to and improve donor care.
This is a Fixed term /Secondment for 6 months to cover the needs of the service
Main duties of the job
To efficiently and effectively assist in the coordination of information for the specialist multi-disciplinary team to ensure there is effective co-operation between departments across the blood donor pathway of those involved in the delivery of donor care.
Assist Collections and Clinical Department, specifically regarding audit information relating to donor care and Infection Prevention and Control including data collation and office administration.
The role requires the co-ordinator to engage with and work alongside all health care professionals and administrative staff throughout the donor journey
About us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and ouraward-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together. We are also fortunate to host the NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales and have developed strong partnership working with these expert services.
Formed in 1994, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to apply the key principles of value based healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver. We strive to maintain our core values in everything we do by being; accountable, bold, caring and dynamic, and ensuring the best possible care for our patients and donors.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
Visit our website to find out more https://velindre.nhs.wales/
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English, Maths A - C grade or equivalent
- NVQ level 2/3 in Business Administration or equivalent qualification/experience
Desirable
- RSA/OCR or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable data management and administrative skills
- Previous experience of working in a regulated environment
- Experience of working within defined SOP's and guidelines
- Sound knowledge of Windows based applications or equivalent
- Experience of dealing with complex and sensitive issues
- Involvement in clinical audit and contributing to service improvement
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and its application in practice
Desirable
- Experience working with DATIX system and Eprogesa
- Experience of involvement in the development and implementation of Policies and Procedures
- Experience of audit and service improvement
Skills
Essential
- Able to work as both part of a team and on own initiative
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Effective listening skills, and ability to take on board ideas and suggestions
- Highly motivated and able to work on own initiative
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to make balanced and sound judgements
- Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and adjust plans responsively
- Clear understanding of responsibilities relating to relevant aspects of the Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act and GDPR
Desirable
- Experience of Formal report and response writing
- Level 1 Welsh Language Skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English, Maths A - C grade or equivalent
- NVQ level 2/3 in Business Administration or equivalent qualification/experience
Desirable
- RSA/OCR or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable data management and administrative skills
- Previous experience of working in a regulated environment
- Experience of working within defined SOP's and guidelines
- Sound knowledge of Windows based applications or equivalent
- Experience of dealing with complex and sensitive issues
- Involvement in clinical audit and contributing to service improvement
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and its application in practice
Desirable
- Experience working with DATIX system and Eprogesa
- Experience of involvement in the development and implementation of Policies and Procedures
- Experience of audit and service improvement
Skills
Essential
- Able to work as both part of a team and on own initiative
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Effective listening skills, and ability to take on board ideas and suggestions
- Highly motivated and able to work on own initiative
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to make balanced and sound judgements
- Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and adjust plans responsively
- Clear understanding of responsibilities relating to relevant aspects of the Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act and GDPR
Desirable
- Experience of Formal report and response writing
- Level 1 Welsh Language Skills
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).
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).
