Band 4 Haematology/Transfusion Associate Practitioner | East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is looking for a motivated individual to join their support team in the Haematology/Transfusion Department. You will perform technical processes, support staff in diagnostics, and follow standard procedures. Flexibility in working hours is essential, including nights and weekends. Full training will be provided, making this a great opportunity for those interested in laboratory work.

Qualifications

• Full training will be provided; any previous laboratory experience will be an advantage.
• A flexible working approach is required with a roster including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical and scientific processes within the Haematology/Transfusion discipline.
• Support BMS staff to aid in the diagnosis of haematological disorders.
• Follow department's written procedures (SOPs).

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to join our friendly support team in the Haematology/Transfusion Department at the Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital and Burnley General Teaching Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical and scientific processes within the Haematology/Transfusion discipline to support the BMS staff.
• Receipt and recording of samples (blood transfusion).
• Perform sample analysis using the department's automated analysers.
• Troubleshoot and maintain analysis equipment.
• Run quality control processes.
• Support BMS staff to aid in the diagnosis of haematological disorders and transfusion-related complications.
• Follow the department's written procedures (SOPs).

Notes

Candidates who were interviewed in the previous week will not be considered for this current round of interviews.

Requirements and Conditions

• Full training will be provided; any previous laboratory experience will be an advantage.
• The post is full time (37.5 hours per week).
• A flexible working approach is required with a roster that includes days, evenings, nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Additional Information

More detail about the role can be found in the attached job description which contains the main duties and responsibilities that the successful candidate will be expected to carry out.

This advert closes on Tuesday 14 Oct 2025.