Bank Blood Courier

at  Liverpool Womens NHS Foundation Trust

To respond immediately to requests for emergency blood samples to be taken to the Liverpool NHS Foundation Trust or Alder Hey Childrens NHS Foundation Trust and collect blood, blood products and samples as required. To record accurately all requests in relation to the transportation of blood, blood products and samples. Assist the on-call haematologist if a Level 1 has been called. Transport the haematologist from the Royal NHS Foundation Trust to Liverpool Womens NHS Foundation Trust if requested.
Liaise with departments whilst supporting an emergency situation to prioritise work. Collect and track blood and blood products. Ensure patient confidentiality at all times. The best people, giving the safest care, providing outstanding experiences Asses, prioritise and organise own workload to ensure that specimens are collected and transported in a timely manner whilst working within the community setting.
Proactively respond to requests from both trained and untrained staff in relation to ad hoc requests. Able to demonstrate tact, diplomacy, empathy, calm and professional at all times to patients, visitors and colleagues. Deliver and receive comprehensive handover with blood courier colleagues at shift changes. Ensure that infection control and health and safety measures are adhered to in relation to transportation of blood, blood products and samples.
Reporting any issues with the transport vehicle promptly and following guidance in the event of a mechanical failure. To drive safely adhering to the Highway Code at all times. Escalate promptly to the Hospital Transport Manager any issues or concerns. Order money from Finance weekly for the fuel for the transport vehicle.
Completing and replenishing all required paperwork and ensuring that the vehicle is checked and road worthy at the start of each shift. Provide support, from time to time, to other Trust transport services to cover absences to ensure all services are effectively maintained

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