Quality Officer

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Job Overview

We are actively seeking a Quality Officer to join the Blood Sciences team. This is an exciting opportunity and would suit an individual with an interest in quality management. The role is varied and involves development and improvement of the Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology, Blood Transfusion, Blood Sciences Reception, Immunology and Point of Care Testing services provided at Severn Pathology. Quality Management plays a pivotal role in service expansion, whilst maintaining the highest standards for our patients.
Main Duties
• Assist the Blood Sciences Quality Managers in developing, implementing and maintaining the Quality Management Systems (QMS) for Clinical Biochemistry, Blood Sciences Reception, Haematology, Blood Transfusion, Immunology and Point of Care Testing.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the Blood Sciences laboratories including Sample Reception, Point of Care Testing, and Blood Transfusion using quality improvement techniques, good teamwork and communication.
• Deputise for the Blood Sciences Quality Managers as required.
• Provide training for Blood Sciences staff in aspects of the QMS as directed by the Blood Sciences Quality Managers.
• Undertake and manage audits as directed by the Blood Sciences Quality Managers, identifying points of weakness and gaps in compliance.
Qualifications
• BSc in Biomedical Science or equivalent.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Post‑graduate qualification (desirable).
• Quality Management qualification (desirable).
• Experience in quality management and audit (desirable).
Professional Development

Participate in continual professional development by attending in‑house or external training sessions as appropriate and maintaining personal training records.
Equality and Diversity

North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti‑discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all under‑represented groups.

North Bristol NHS Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.