NHS West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
Job title
Phlebotomist
Location: Castlefields Surgery, Stafford
Job type: 12 months fixed term contract
Salary: £12.45 per hour
Working hours: Monday 1.30pm-4.30pm and Friday 12.30pm-4.30pm
Job Summary
To apply, please continue with your application or email a copy of your CV to the contact provided.
Main duties of the job
* Obtain patient consent prior to blood collection.
* Perform venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols.
* Correctly label, package, store, and log samples.
* Maintain accurate patient records on the clinical IT system.
* Resolve discrepancies in specimen logs.
* Ensure timely transportation of samples to the laboratory.
* Maintain effective liaison with NHS Trust laboratory staff.
* Work collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance where necessary for patient-related matters.
* Participate in practice audits as directed by the audit lead.
* Support local initiatives to improve service delivery and patient care.
* Participate in shared learning activities within the practice.
* Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota.
* Follow confidentiality, equality, diversity, and inclusion policies.
* Adhere to health and safety, infection control, and security procedures.
* Participate in continuous quality improvement activities.
* Maintain professional conduct and comply with practice protocols.
* Work effectively as part of the multidisciplinary team.
* Engage in ongoing professional development and training.
* Contribute to the induction and mentorship of new team members.
Qualifications
Essential
* Relevant qualification in venepuncture.
* Good standard of general education.
* Experience of working with the general public.
* Experience in a healthcare setting.
* Proven venepuncture skills.
* Ability to record accurate clinical notes.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Clear, polite telephone manner.
* Effective time management and organisational skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Good interpersonal skills.
* Ability to follow clinical policies and procedures.
* Polite, confident, flexible, and cooperative.
* Motivated, with high levels of integrity and loyalty.
* Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Effective resource utilisation.
* Punctual and committed to supporting the team.
* DBS check and Occupational Health clearance.
* Flexibility to work outside of core office hours.
Desirable
* Experience in a primary care environment.
* Competent in MS Office applications.
* Clinical IT system user skills.
* Problem-solving skills and ability to interpret data.
* Commitment to ongoing professional development.
Other information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a disclosure check will be required.
Employer: Castlefields Surgery, Castle Way, Stafford, ST16 1BS
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