Transfusion Practitioner and Biomedical Scientist

Transfusion Practitioner and Biomedical Scientist Band 7

Grade: - Band 7 - £52,932 - £62,975 BAR £65,112 - £69,605 per annum

Full Time

The States of Guernsey are looking for a Transfusion Practitioner and Biomedical Scientist Haematology/Transfusion to join the team at Clinical Support Services.

The Transfusion Practitioner is a split role leading on the promotion of safe transfusion practice across HSC and working as part of the Transfusion and Haematology laboratory team. Liaising with numerous staff groups in an investigative, advisory, and training capacity the role is a key member of the Blood Transfusion Committee which sets and audits standards. As part of a small team the role includes practising as a BMS in Haematology and Transfusion including on-call.

Why Guernsey:

·          Excellent health service

·          Career progression opportunities

·          Beautiful island location in the English Channel, between UK and France

·          Generous relocation package provided

·          Tax capped at 20%

The States of Guernsey are looking for a Transfusion Practitioner and Biomedical Scientist Haematology/Transfusion to join the team at Clinical Support Services.

The Transfusion Practitioner is a split role leading on the promotion of safe transfusion practice across HSC and working as part of the Transfusion and Haematology laboratory team. Liaising with numerous staff groups in an investigative, advisory, and training capacity the role is a key member of the Blood Transfusion Committee which sets and audits standards. As part of a small team the role includes practising as a BMS in Haematology and Transfusion including on-call.

Minimum Qualification

·          Registered Biomedical Scientist (AD to include relevant part of the register)

·          Specialist certificate in transfusion science practice or equivalent

Key Criteria

·          The ability to evidence application of HSC’s CARE Values in practice.

·          Evidence of leadership and change management with an understanding of quality improvement methodology.

·          Evidence of managing own workload with excellent time management skills

·          Evidence of the ability to effectively manage resources.

·          Evidence of relevant CPD.

·          A high standard of communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to deal with complex and challenging situations in a calm and diplomatic manner.

·          Ability to lead and motivate staff.

·          A flexible approach with the ability to work within a challenging environment meeting the needs of the service.

·          The ability to work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

·          Commitment to self-development and the development of others

·          Adaptable and responsive to changing service needs.

·          Ability to deal with stress in self and others, recognising when support is required.

Note;

·          Our client offers a full relocation package which includes interview and relocation travel, this is in addition to their competitive pay (better than the UK) and annual bonus and additional bonus scheme of £3,000, payable after two- and four-years’ service.

·          Furthermore, our client offers subsidised accommodation for those travelling to the Island alone, and an 8-year employment permit for those wishing to bring a partner or family.

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