West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Band 7 - Blood Transfusion Team Lead (BMS)

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Job summary

We currently have an opportunity for a newly configured post as a Band 7 Blood Transfusion Team Lead and invite applications from suitably qualified and experienced Biomedical Scientists at Band 6 level or above currently working predominantly within a Blood Transfusion Laboratory.

For further information please contact Krupa Amin, Blood Sciences Manager on 07855 964 657.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate is expected to work 'on-bench' to maintain practical skills required for personal technical competencies to fulfil the role and out of hours participation is a requirement of this post.

You should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to organise and motivate staff. The appointee will assist the Blood Transfusion management team in providing a comprehensive, cost effective, and high-quality Blood Transfusion service to the Trust. The appointee will represent Blood Transfusion at relevant Pathology and external meetings as required and will contribute to service improvements as well as facilitating delivery of current service provision across the Trust.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the education of laboratory staff in technical and quality issues within the sphere of laboratory BT and be involved in investigating SHOT/ SABRE incidents and presenting risk to a senior level.

The post would suit an individual seeking the challenge of professional development. We are seeking an enthusiastic, well-organised and highly motivated individual to become part of our progressive organisation and in return, we will provide excellent opportunities for learning and professional development.

About us

There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.

The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.

We are a flexible working employer

At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.

https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/

We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.

We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Details

Date posted

19 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£45,753 to £52,067 a year inc HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

360-C-5585

Job locations

Watford General Hospital

Watford

WD18 0HB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants must be HCPC Registered and at Band 6 level or above in a busy NHS Trust with significant Transfusion activity.

Higher level qualification is expected in BT practice such as Biomedical Scientist with Specialist portfolio in Blood Transfusion/ BTS Specialist Certificate in Transfusion Science Practice or however demonstrable experience in BT commensurate with the grade of the post is required.

The Trust Pathology Services are currently going through an outsourcing process; it is expected that this post will transfer via TUPE to a new service provider.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants must be HCPC Registered and at Band 6 level or above in a busy NHS Trust with significant Transfusion activity.

Higher level qualification is expected in BT practice such as Biomedical Scientist with Specialist portfolio in Blood Transfusion/ BTS Specialist Certificate in Transfusion Science Practice or however demonstrable experience in BT commensurate with the grade of the post is required.

The Trust Pathology Services are currently going through an outsourcing process; it is expected that this post will transfer via TUPE to a new service provider.

Person Specification

Your application will be scored against the Person Specification for the role.

Essential

  • Score 0 = does not meet the person specification, 1 = reserved meets some person specification requirements, 2 = Meets all person specification requirements.
Person Specification

Your application will be scored against the Person Specification for the role.

Essential

  • Score 0 = does not meet the person specification, 1 = reserved meets some person specification requirements, 2 = Meets all person specification requirements.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Watford General Hospital

Watford

WD18 0HB


Employer's website

http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Watford General Hospital

Watford

WD18 0HB


Employer's website

http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Blood Transfusion Operations Manager

Matthew Ginger

matthew.ginger@nhs.net

01923217016

Details

Date posted

19 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£45,753 to £52,067 a year inc HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

360-C-5585

Job locations

Watford General Hospital

Watford

WD18 0HB


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