Phlebotomist - Part Time

Your main responsibility will be to provide

a safe, reliable and friendly phlebotomy service for our patients.

Take blood samples from adults

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

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

The post-holder will provide phlebotomy

clinics under the direction of the clinical team and in line with practice

procedures.

Clinical responsibilities

Undertake venepuncture within

their training and competence

Check requests and patient

details before taking samples

Use the correct sample bottles

and labelling procedures

Prepare samples and paperwork

for laboratory collection

Dispose of sharps and clinical

waste safely

Follow infection prevention and

control procedures

Respond appropriately to

fainting, bleeding or other concerns and seek clinical support

Maintain accurate and timely

patient records

Report incidents, errors or

concerns promptly

Other responsibilities

Maintain patient

confidentiality at all times

Follow practice policies,

including safeguarding, data protection and health and safety

Keep mandatory training up to

date

Monitor stock and help keep the

clinical area organised

Attend relevant practice

meetings and training

Work respectfully with patients

and colleagues

The Cornerstone Practice is based in the

centre of March and cares for approximately 9,500 patients. We use SystmOne.

Our team includes GP partners, salaried

GPs, advanced practitioners, treatment room nurses, healthcare assistants, a

mental health practitioner and an experienced reception and administration

team. We also work with pharmacy, physiotherapy and social prescribing

colleagues.

We are a busy practice, but people help one

another. We want someone who will take pride in giving patients a calm and

dependable service and who will be comfortable asking for help when needed.

Experience