LAKESIDE HEALTHCARE is changing the face of primary care provision in England. We are bold, adventurous and ambitious and determined to thrive in uncertain times. We are the largest 'true' partnership in the NHS and operate from various sites across the East Midlands. We serve the healthcare needs of over 170,000 patients across Northamptonshire, Lincolnshire & Cambridgeshire. Joining our team presents an opportunity to be part of a large organisation that is changing the way primary care is delivered today.
Living and breathing our values at Lakeside Healthcare
Caring & Respect Simply put we genuinely care about people: working together for our patients and our teams, our patients come first in everything we do. We strive to ensure we connect and respond to all needs with compassion, care and respect to improve the lives and wellbeing of the communities we serve.
Teamwork & Quality In all areas of our business we network, collaborate and learn from our Patients, Stakeholders and each another to ensure we are always striving to improve, making the right and best decisions to provide the best service.
Lakeside Healthcare at Yaxley is a well-established surgery with a list size of over 20,000, which is growing. We usually achieve full QOF points and have been awarded the RCGP Quality Practice Award twice. The practice adopted a Doctor First access system in 2012 for all GP and Nurse Practitioner/Emergency Care Practitioner appointments.
Lead by a GP Partner and Lead AHP, you would be one of an overall Nursing Team of 18, including Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Practitioners, Emergency Care Practitioners, Practice Nurses and HCAs, all working together to provide first class primary care.
We strongly believe in learning and teaching to progress personal development. Further training and development is encouraged to help build your role according to your aspirations and the needs of the business.
Also about us:-
* GMS practice
* SystmOne clinical system
* CQC rating 'Good'
You would be part of a friendly, enthusiastic and truly multidisciplinary team comprising of:
* 7 GP partners
* 4 Salaried GPs
* Clinical Pharmacist & Pharmacy Technician
* An experienced Practice Nurse and HCA team
* Supportive Administration and Reception teams
* A dynamic and well integrated PCN team including Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Physician Associate, First Contact Practitioners, Health Coaches, Social Prescribers, Care Co-ordinators, Occupational Therapist and GP Assistant
Job Introduction
We are looking for a reliable and compassionate individual to join our friendly team as a Phlebotomist. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic about patient care and eager to develop their skills in a healthcare setting.
This is an opportunity to gain valuable experience in primary care in a supportive and inclusive working environment. You will be joining a practice that values teamwork, respect, and professionalism.
Please note that the advertised salary range is dependent on experience.
What you will do
You will be responsible for taking blood samples from patients for diagnostic testing, ensuring that all procedures are carried out safely and efficiently while adhering to professional standards and infection control guidelines.
Essential Criteria
* Trained in phlebotomy
* Current experience of working in an independent role
* Experience of managing/dealing with the public/patients
* Experience of using clinical systems
* Evidence of continued professional development
What we offer you (Benefits)
* Generous holidays (additional long service entitlements)
* NHS pension and long service recognition
* NHS Discounts (Blue Light Card)
* Career opportunities
* Role specific training and ongoing development
* Great team environment
Interview process – candidate information
Our interview process will aim to meet you in person however some interviews may be carried out virtually.
Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process at either application stage or interview, please contact our central HR team (details can be found on our website or you can message us through Indeed)
We encourage candidates to not delay their application as we retain the right to close the advert early should the volume of applications become very high.
Please ensure you have your Right to Work documentation available at interview We will require you to produce the original documentation prior to your start date.
Shortlisting
We anticipate that shortlisting will commence one week after the advert has closed and will advise of interview arrangements if successful, however this timeline is dependent on the number of applications.
We aim to communicate with all candidates on the status of their application which is dependent on the hiring manager/teams once they have shortlisted.
(Indeed applications only - If you require full job description and person spec please contact our central HR team.)
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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We value diversity and we're committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and to reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce will help us to care for and support our patients and employees better. Unfortunately, we are unable to recruit anyone below the age of 18 yrs. so that we can protect young people from health & safety and safeguarding risks.
Equal Opportunities
Lakeside Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to ensuring that all our staff and job applicants are protected from unlawful discrimination. All employees and job applicants will be treated equally, fairly and with respect. We will endeavour, through appropriate training, to ensure that our hiring teams making selection and recruitment decisions will not discriminate, whether consciously or unconsciously, in making these decisions throughout our recruitment and selection processes and follow recognised industry best practice.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £23,874.98-£25,908.00 per year
Benefits:
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Store discount
Work Location: In person