Job Description:Responsible for the performance of compatibility testing and the issue of Blood and Blood Products to patients in routine and emergency situations.Assisting in the maintenance of the Hospital Blood Banks and the stock control of Blood & Blood Products.Rotating into any area of the department as required.Participating fully in the departments 24/7 rota service.Prioritizing the completion of urgent requests.Telephoning important results to an appropriate person when necessary.Responsible for their own work under the supervision of senior laboratory staff.Validating and releasing results to service users as required.Maintaining a high level of professional competence in the performance of all tests and investigations carried out in the department as appropriate.Preparing and ensuring adequate supplies of reagents and consumables.Using consumables and equipment efficiently and safely in accordance with Health & Safety policies.Performing the routine maintenance and cleaning of the equipment with which she/he is working including maintenance records and recording of corrective actions.Processing internal and external quality control samples as required.Participating in quality assurance procedures in accordance with the laboratory quality manual.Participating in risk management of the department including the reporting of adverse incidents.Assisting in research and development projects as required.Assisting in the training and teaching of trainee biomedical scientists, new BMS staff, MLAs, medical staff and other healthcare professionals as required.Participating in staff appraisal according to Trust policies and procedures.Undertaking continued professional development.Personally, responsible for maintaining HCPC Registration.Participating in all other activities in the section to enable the department to maintain compliance.