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Overview
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
This is a full time (37) permanent position working 5 over 7 days.
The Glasgow City Wide Phlebotomy Service delivers care in clinics and home settings to patients who are referred
by GPs, members of the Primary Health Care Team and those from secondary care. Providing health education and health promotion to promote and maintain independent living for patients and support carers.
The Phlebotomy Service delivers care to patients within their own home and clinical environments. The post holder will participate in the care of patients under the direction of a registered nurse. Considering the lifestyle, race, gender and cultural background, and factors which impact on physical, mental or emotional health.
The post holder will represent the values and beliefs of the nursing team as well as that of the organisation. The post holder will have the ability to work with people on their own and as part of a team and the ability to work without direct supervision. They must have excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Minimum requirements include SVQ Level 3 in healthcare or equivalent experience.
Informal contact: Patrica McNeill Coordinator on Patricia.Mcneill2@nhs.scot
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:
This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde- NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
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Responsibilities
* Deliver phlebotomy services in clinics and home settings as referred by GPs, Primary Health Care Team, and secondary care.
* Work under the direction of a registered nurse and participate in patient care.
* Provide health education and health promotion to promote independent living for patients and support carers.
* Represent the values of the nursing team and the organisation; work with individuals and in a team; communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
Qualifications
* SVQ Level 3 in healthcare or equivalent experience.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
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