Do you want to start or develop your career providing NHS care to patients in their own homes?
An opportunity has arisen within the District Nursing Service at First Community for a Phlebotomist, working 30 hours per week.
You will be responsible for taking blood samples from housebound patients in a competent and professional manner, in line with agreed protocols and standards.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will provide phlebotomy to patients in the community setting under the direction of a qualified nurse. You will work independently within a supportive team structure.
You will need to be able to communicate clearly with excellent written, verbal and IT skills. You will need to be able to prioritise your day and be familiar with all routine blood tests and understand their clinical importance.
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that you are able to drive, have a car suitable for business purposes, and hold a clean driving licence.
About us
Do you want to be part of an organisation that was rated best provider of NHS care to work for nationwide? (2023 staff survey results)
First Community is a staff ownedsocial enterprise rated Good by CQC, which delivers NHS community services acrosseast Surrey and parts of West Sussex. Weare looking for individuals who share our values First-rate care, First-rate people,First-rate value.
First Community is a great placeto work, everyone has a voice and is supported to develop their career to itsfull potential. We offer all our staff: NHS terms and conditions, high qualitytraining and development opportunities, flexible working to enable a good worklife balance, an inclusive and friendly work environment, an NHS pension,flexible retirement options and various employee benefits.
Please talk to us before applyingor at interview about the flexibility you need. We may not be able to meet yourneeds exactly, but we do promise to fully consider your request and meet your needswhere possible. Please note, flexible working options may vary depending on therole.
At First Community we welcomeapplications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+candidates and candidates with disabilities. We ensure that all applicants aretreated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process,including the consideration of reasonable adjustments.
Sustainability is integral toFirst Community achieving the NHS Net Zero target.
Job responsibilities
The post holder is responsible for taking blood samples from housebound patients in a competent, professional manner in line with protocols and standards.
When completing your application please refer to both theApplication Guide and full Job Description - these can be found undersupporting documents.
Person Specification
Other
* Full UK driving licence.
* Access to a car for work purposes with business insurance.
* Ability to recognise own limitations.
* Reliable and professional approach.
* Flexible and able to use own initiative.
Skills
* Ability to effectively manage own time and prioritise own workload.
* Ability work as both an individual and a team member.
Qualifications
* Recognised and current phlebotomy certificate of competence or agreement to complete on commencing post.
* Good standard of general education including English and Maths to GCSE level or equivalent.
Experience
* Previous experience of working or volunteering in a health or social care setting or life experience of caring for others.
Knowledge
* Understanding of privacy and dignity in care
* Understanding of factors that influence health and wellbeing.
* Understanding of safeguarding
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
£23,615 a year+5% HCAS per annum, pro rata
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