Transfusion Data and Quality Technician

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-motivated individual to support our Blood Transfusion Practitioner Team as a Band 4 Data and Quality Technician.

Previous experience working in data gathering or analysis is desirable. You should be dextrous, possess good keyboard skills, be able to prioritise, be literate and numerate, with a flexible approach to work.

This is an exciting time to join the Pathology team in Dorset. We are currently making great progress with our vision to create a first class integrated pathology service for Dorset.

The 'One Dorset Pathology' service for Dorset County Hospital, Poole Hospital and The Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals will provide clinicians, patients and carers with a consistent and high standard of service across the area and maximise efficiency in the use of resources.

Main duties of the job

As Transfusion Data and Quality Technician you willwork as part of the Transfusion Practitioner team, providing administrative and analytical support for the management and audit of blood transfusion data.

To assist the Transfusion Practitioner (TP) and senior colleagues in the maintenance and ongoing development of electronic blood tracking systems (e.g. BloodTrack), ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards.

To support data collection, report production, system maintenance and delivery of training using agreed materials and processes

About us

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate's individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Right to Work in the UK:This role is not available for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to support visa applications for this post in line with UKVI regulations.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential
  • Diploma-level study or equivalent experience in a data, IT or related field
Desirable
  • Qualification or training in audit, quality or healthcare systems

Experience

Essential
  • Experience of data collection, analysis or reporting
  • Experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  • Experience in healthcare, pathology or laboratory environment
Desirable
  • Experience supporting audits or quality activities

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

Essential
  • Ability to organise and prioritise workload
  • Good communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to work accurately with attention to detail
  • Ability to follow policies, procedures and SOPs
  • Able to recognise when to seek advice or escalate issues
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Able to maintain concentration over prolonged periods

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/



Job Details

Company
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Location
Dorchester, DT1 2JY, United Kingdom
Salary
£28392.00 to £31157.00
Posted