Phlebotomist

• Perform venepuncture procedures safely and competently in line with organisational policies and professional standards.
• Correctly identify patients and ensure accurate specimen labelling and documentation.
• Maintain specimen integrity through appropriate handling, storage, and transportation procedures.
• Provide reassurance and support to patients, adapting communication to individual needs.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control, health and safety, and sharps management policies.
• Escalate clinical concerns, incidents, or safeguarding concerns appropriately.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and service development.
• Participate in mandatory training and maintain ongoing competence in phlebotomy practice.
• Work flexibly across clinical locations as required to meet service needs, including Colchester Primary Care Centre, Fyatt Hospital, Harwich and Clacton Hospital.
• Participate in the phlebotomy clinical rota, which includes one set mandatory shift on a weekend, this could be a Saturday or Sunday as agreed, a month and one Bank Holiday working is required as agreed.

• Locally run to meet local needs
• Securing quality for our patients
• Trusted and based on patient preference
• Sustainable and viable

Essential

• Evidence of competency in venepuncture procedures
• Understanding of infection prevention and control
• Knowledge of patient identification procedures
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements
• Previous experience undertaking venepuncture
• Experience working with patients in a healthcare setting
• Experience dealing with anxious or vulnerable patients

Desirable

• Experience working within primary care or community services
• Knowledge of electronic patient record systems
• Experience supporting quality improvement activities