Phlebotomist

The successful candidate will be able to provide a safe, reliable and friendly phlebotomy service for our patients.

Take blood samples from patients in line with practice procedures and your training

Confirm the patients identity and obtain consent before each procedure

Label, record, store and prepare samples correctly for collection

Keep the clinical room clean, safe and ready for the next patient

Maintain stock and report when supplies need ordering

Recognise when a patient is unwell and seek clinical help promptly

Use the clinical system to provide the relevant paperwork for the laboratory

Record activity accurately in the patients clinical record

Follow infection prevention, sharps and clinical waste procedures

Treat patients with kindness, dignity and respect

Work with colleagues to keep clinics running safely and on time

Responsible

to: Administration - Practice

Manager, Clinical - Lead Practice Nurse

Location: Firs

House Surgery and 42 Telegraph Street

Salary: £12-83 13.24 (depending on

experience)

Hours: Wednesday, Thursday

and Friday 8:30 17:00 (with 1 hour

for lunch)

under the direct supervision of the HCA and Nurse teams and strictly in

accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the post-holder

will be responsible for performing venepuncture and near patient testing to

obtain blood samples from patients as directed by other members of the clinical

team.

Duties and Responsibilities

1.

Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and

confirming their consent to the collection of a blood sample

2. Collection

of sample(s) of blood in accordance with training and procedures

3. Ensuring

samples are stored in appropriate containers

4. Accurate,

legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity

5. Checking

patient identification against clinician request and confirming with patient

whenever possible

6. Recording

collection of blood sample in patient record in accordance with practice

procedure

7. Ensuring

that samples are dispatched to the appropriate laboratories in a timely

fashion.

8. Ensuring

that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff

9. Notifying

the appropriate clinician of any significant patient issues

10. Liaising

with and assisting members of the administrative team

11. Prepare

and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient care

interventions

12. Assist in

raising awareness of health and well-being, where appropriate

13. Give

accurate and appropriate information to patients and groups within own

competence

14. To gain

the underpinning knowledge and practical skills to administer basic life

support if necessary

15. Chaperone

and assist patients where appropriate according to practice policy

the HCA and Nurse team for various tasks if and when required.

17.

Support the nursing team, as required

18.

Undertake administrative duties, as required of the position

19.

Participate in practice learning and events etc.

20.

Undertake induction training and further

training (courses, in house, online etc). Once competent take part in training

new staff.

21.

Attend Nursing and other meetings as requested

22.

Recognise personal and professional boundaries

and work within the Practice

23.

Confirm to all protocols and procedures in the

Practice.

24.

To undertake any further training as

identified by the Practice.

25.

Ensure that safe working practices are

followed in respect of COSHH and other Risk Assessment control measures.

26.

Employees must comply with the provisions of

The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and must take reasonable care for the

health and safety of themselves and of other persons who may be affected by

their acts of omissions whilst at work. Employees are also required to

cooperate with their employer to enable them to perform or comply with any

statutory provisions. The Practices efforts to promote a safe and healthy

working environment can only succeed with the full cooperation of its

employees.

27.

To understand, comply with and promote

Practices safeguarding policy and procedures. It is the responsibility of all

employees to make the working environment safe and secure for all.

28.

To maintain the confidentiality about clients,

staff and other Practice business. The work is of a confidential nature and

information gained must not be communicated to other persons except in the

recognised course of duty. The post holder must meet the requirements of the

Data Protection Act at all times.

29.

To maintain awareness of risk and to take

personal responsibility for ensuring that the practice is not unnecessarily

exposed to risk. To report any issues or concerns relating to risk and the

effectiveness of the Practices risk management arrangements.

30.

Work within, promote and implement the

practice confidentiality and information security policies and report to line

manager, or other appropriate person, in the event of awareness of bad

practice.

31.

The post-holder will support the equality,

diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

a.

Acting in a way that recognises the importance

of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice

procedures and policies, and current legislation

b.

Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and

beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues

c.

Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and

of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings

priorities and rights.

32.

Where appropriate carry out tasks required as

part of special projects.

33.

Undertake any other additional duties

appropriate to the post as requested by the partners, practice manager or

deputy practice manager.

34.

Must have a clean driving licence and access to a car.

Ideally, we are looking for a phlebotomist with previous

general practice experience who is compassionate, confident and committed to

delivering excellent patient care to our 13,000 patients. You should be comfortable working both

independently and as part of a team, with strong communication skills and a

proactive approach to your work.

In return Firs House Surgery offers a welcoming and

collaborative working environment, opportunities for training and development

and the chance to be part of a team that is dedicated to providing the highest

standard of care to its patients.

If you are looking for a rewarding role in a supportive

practice where you can grow professionally and make a real impact, we would be

delighted to hear from you.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a

well-established GMS practice where your skills will be valued, your ideas

welcomed and your professional development supported. You will play a key role

in providing comprehensive, patient-centred care while working collaboratively

with GPs and the wider primary healthcare team.

Experience

Essential: - Understanding of skills required for team working; - Evidence of ability to prioritise and manage workload

Desirable: - Experience of working in a Primary Care Environment; - Experience of using a clinical system (SystmOne)

Qualifications

Essential: - Venepuncture course from a hospital or accredited body.

Desirable: - NVQ level 2 or equivalent.

Competencies & Qualities

Desirable: - Competent to work without supervision and able to identify the correct blood tubes