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Blood Courier
Grade
Band 2
Contract
Bank: 12 months
Hours
  • Full time
  • Flexible working
37.5 hours per week
Job ref
159-LWH-392-24
Employer
Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Liverpool Women's Hospital
Town
Liverpool
Salary
£23,615 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
06/12/2024 23:59

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Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust logo

Bank Blood Courier

Band 2

Liverpool Women’s NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024, following the coming together with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS FT. UHLG was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide to our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, UHLG is also their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

At Liverpool Women’s Hospital, each year we deliver approximately 7,500 babies, carry out around 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly and premature newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles, and conduct over 4,000 genetic appointments.

We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research and innovation, makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

Liverpool Women’s has an excellent reputation and is a centre of excellence. It is an exciting environment to work in and a great place to develop your career for many years to come.

We invite you to review why Liverpool Women's Hospital is a great place to work:  https://vimeo.com/556197652 

We reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received sufficient applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply without delay if you wish to be considered for this role.

Job overview

The primary role is to be responsible for the safe and timely collection and transportation of bloods, blood products and samples to or from all specialties in the Trust and Community locations to the appropriate laboratories at the Liverpool NHS Foundation Trust and Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust.

This role will also be responsible for the safe and dignified transportation of fetal remains for communal cremation and deceased babies for postmortem.

Main duties of the job

respond immediately to requests for emergency blood samples to take to Liverpool Women's or Alder Hey & collect blood, products & samples as required .

record requests in relation to the transport of blood, products & samples.

Assist on-call hematologist if a Level 1 has been called. Transport hematologist from Royal to Liverpool Women’s  if requested.

·         Liaise with departments whilst supporting an emergency situation to prioritise work. Collect & track blood, blood products. 

     Always ensure patient confidentiality.

 Asses, prioritise & organise own workload to ensure that specimens are collected & transported in a timely manner. Respond to requests from all staff in relation to ad hoc jobs.  Demonstrate tact, diplomacy, empathy, calm & professional to patients, visitors & colleagues.

Deliver & receive comprehensive handover with blood courier colleagues at shift changes.

Ensure IPC and H&S measures are adhered to in relation to transportation of blood, products and samples.

Report issues with transport vehicle promptly & following guidance in the event of a mechanical failure.

Drive safely adhering to the Highway Code.

·         Escalate to Hospital Transport Manager any issues or concerns.

·         Order money from Finance weekly for the fuel. Complete & replenish all required paperwork ensuring the vehicle is checked & road worthy at the start of each shift.

 

Working for our organisation

Liverpool Women’s NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024, following the coming together with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS FT. UHLG was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide to our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, UHLG is also their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

At Liverpool Women’s Hospital, each year we deliver approximately 7,500 babies, carry out around 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly and premature newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles, and conduct over 4,000 genetic appointments.

We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research and innovation, makes us the specialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.

For roles at Liverpool University Hospitals, visit their careers page.

UKVI guidelines prohibits sponsorship for all Band 2 posts. Guidelines state that many non-clinical posts are not eligible for sponsorship. Please use UKVI guidance on Skilled Worker Visas to determine your eligibility for sponsorship if you were to gain a conditional offer for this role.

https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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Night shift hours = 20.30pm to 09.00am

Long Day = 08.30am to 21.00pm

Late shift = 12pm to 21.00pm

 

 

Person specification

Skills, Knowledge & Aptitudes

Essential criteria
  • Good geographical knowledge of the local and surrounding area
  • Computer literacy

Qualifications & Learning

Essential criteria
  • Must hold a current, clean UK driving licence
  • Good basic level of education

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Recent experience of working night shifts (our shifts on nights and weekends are 12.5 hours long)
Desirable criteria
  • Previous experience in a healthcare environment
  • Experience of working in a driving occupation

Personal Attributes

Essential criteria
  • Has a positive ‘can do’ attitude to objectives and challenges
  • Ability to work flexibly with regard to working hours/arrangements in order to meet the needs of the service
  • Smart appearance

Special Requirements

Essential criteria
  • Must be prepared to work shifts, including nights, weekends and bank holidays, over a 4-week rota
Desirable criteria
  • Willing to work unsupervised as a lone worker

Employer certification / accreditation badges

NHS Pastoral Care Quality AwardVeteran AwareApprenticeships logoInvestors in People: GoldCare quality commission - GoodMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Disability confident employerArmed Forces Covenant Bronze Award

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Peter Heeney
Job title
Acting Transport Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01517024073
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