Director, UK NEQAS BTLP – Blood Transfusion Leader

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Watford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a dedicated UK NEQAS Director to lead the UK NEQAS BTLP team. The post focuses on expertise in blood transfusion and EQA, aiming to improve performance through education and guidance.

The role requires leadership, strategic planning, and oversight to meet national and international standards. The Director will manage a multidisciplinary team, work with professional bodies, and ensure confidentiality and high-quality support.

Qualifications

• Expert in blood transfusion and in the provision of EQA.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in NHS/non-profit settings.
• Experience with ISO 17043 accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Writing in-depth review and supplementary survey reports, with detailed analysis and clinically relevant specialist opinion for participants and external advisors.
• Reviewing participant performance against criteria agreed with quality assurance panels; communicate with participants and offer evidence-based advice for improvement.
• Managing staff within UK NEQAS BTLP and jointly employed staff; recruitment, appraisal and performance management.
• Managing the budget and resources; running the scientific operation and development of pilot schemes; ensuring compliance with national and international standards.

Job description

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a dedicated UK NEQAS Director to lead the UK NEQAS BTLP team. The post focuses on expertise in blood transfusion and EQA, aiming to improve performance through education and guidance.

The role requires leadership, strategic planning, and oversight to meet national and international standards. The Director will manage a multidisciplinary team, work with professional bodies, and ensure confidentiality and high-quality support.