Specialist Practitioner of Transfusion (SPOT)

Job overview

Secondment welcome | Fixed Term 2 Years

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Biomedical Scientist or Registered Nurse to join our team as a Specialist Practitioner of Transfusion (SPOT).

The successful candidate will promote safe and effective transfusion practice across the Trust, delivering education and training to clinical staff, supporting compliance with BSQR, SABRE and SHOT requirements, and acting as the key link between the Blood Transfusion Department and clinical teams.

Key responsibilities include investigating transfusion incidents, managing traceability, developing transfusion policies, supporting quality improvement initiatives, and representing the Trust at regional and national transfusion meetings.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Band 7 practitioner, or an experienced Band 6 looking to develop their specialist transfusion expertise, within a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

About You

• HCPC Registered as a biomedical scientist
• OR Registered with the NMC

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Lead Nurse for Haematology and Oncology, some of your responsibilities will include:

• Deliver education and training to clinical staff on best transfusion practice.
• Act as a specialist resource for transfusion-related advice and support.
• Investigate transfusion incidents and support learning and quality improvement.
• Monitor and manage transfusion traceability requirements.
• Develop, implement and review transfusion-related policies and procedures.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

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This role has been assigned occupation code (2237 Nurse & 2113 Biomedical scientist) using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance, it is strongly unlikely that the criteria required to support Skilled Worker visa sponsorship will be met for this vacancy.

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Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.