We have an exciting opportunity for a Phlebotomist to join The Willow Group, a forward-thinking and innovative GP group providing primary care services for 48,000 patients over 5 local sites in Gosport. This post is 16 hours per week. You will be a core member of the practice team and will provide physical and psychological care to patients in accordance with the specified plan of care and as directed by a registered nurse or other qualified practitioner. In this role, you will work to provide person-centred and safe care to all patients and accurately record and report patient information to the registered nurse in a timely way and in line with agreed procedures.
Responsibilities
* Work under indirect supervision in accordance with defined work rotas and protocols
* Provide a phlebotomy service within primary care
* Be competent in the assessment of patients both physically and emotionally, to ensure safety prior to blood samples being taken and offer appropriate patient support
* Be competent in the selection of the appropriate sample bottles for all common laboratory investigations
* Ensure samples are correctly labelled for transportation to the laboratory
* Contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care of patients working under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or other qualified practitioner
* Provide chaperone duties to the patient under the direction of the GP or allied health professional in charge
* Maintain legible, accurate, contemporaneous records that are dated and signed
* Be responsible for the ordering of stock when required as directed by the Registered Nurse
Qualifications
* Previous experience in a similar role, including phlebotomy, is required
* Must have a caring attitude, good communication skills and enjoy working as part of a dedicated team
Compensation
GBP 25,272 a year, pro rata for part‑time hours.
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