Job summary
Phlebotomist -The Park Surgery
We are in search of a compassionate and dedicated individual who excels as a collaborative team member. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong sense of accountability, delivering care within the boundaries of their role and in accordance with practice guidelines and protocols.
Main duties of the job
As a Phlebotomist, you will be responsible for drawing blood samples from patients and ensuring their safe and accurate collection. Your attention to detail, knowledge of medical terminology, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment will be crucial to your success in this role.
About us
Our
Practice
The Park Surgery has recently joined the Inspire Group. The group is guided by a passionate team of six dedicated GP Partners. Inspire is comprised of 5 general practice surgeries working across three of Gloucestershires Primary Care Networks (PCNs) - TWNS, South Cotswolds and St Paul's PCN.We are based at two sites, the Park Surgery in
Cirencester and Lechlade Medical Centre in Lechlade.
Our practice population across the two sites
is around 12000.
Collectively we are a team of 3 Partners, salaried
GPs, 1 Practice Manager, Deputy Practice Manager, an ANP, Nurses, HCAs,
physiotherapists, pharmacist, pharmacy technician and an excellent
administrative team and we also work very closely with a frailty team. We pride
ourselves in providing excellent patient centered care, continuous service
improvement and a team-based approach.
Cirencester is a vibrant and attractive market
town, and the surgery is a short walk from the centre of town. Lechlade is a
beautiful small Cotswolds town with a great sense of community.
We use SystmOne and are CQC rated good.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities:
- Perform venipuncture and capillary puncture on patients in accordance with practice protcols
- Collect blood samples and ensure proper labeling and documentation
- Prepare specimens for laboratory testing
- Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the phlebotomy area
- Adhere to aseptic techniques during all procedures
- Monitor patient comfort and safety during blood collection procedures
- Provide excellent customer service to patients, addressing any concerns or questions they may have
- Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an accredited phlebotomy training program
- Current certification as a Phlebotomist (CPT) preferred but not required
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols accurately
If you are a dedicated Phlebotomist looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity in a fast-paced healthcare environment, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and contribute to providing high-quality patient care through your expertise in phlebotomy.
Salary:Negotiable dependent on experience
Hours:Negotiable, ideal candidate will work up to 30-35 hours over 4 or 5 days.
For informal queries please contact the practice and ask to speak to a member of the management team.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Expected hours: 30 35 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsibilities:
- Perform venipuncture and capillary puncture on patients in accordance with practice protcols
- Collect blood samples and ensure proper labeling and documentation
- Prepare specimens for laboratory testing
- Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the phlebotomy area
- Adhere to aseptic techniques during all procedures
- Monitor patient comfort and safety during blood collection procedures
- Provide excellent customer service to patients, addressing any concerns or questions they may have
- Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an accredited phlebotomy training program
- Current certification as a Phlebotomist (CPT) preferred but not required
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols accurately
If you are a dedicated Phlebotomist looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity in a fast-paced healthcare environment, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and contribute to providing high-quality patient care through your expertise in phlebotomy.
Salary:Negotiable dependent on experience
Hours:Negotiable, ideal candidate will work up to 30-35 hours over 4 or 5 days.
For informal queries please contact the practice and ask to speak to a member of the management team.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Expected hours: 30 35 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations
- Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
- Effectively utilise resources
- Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant qualification in venepuncture
- Good standard of general education
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Effective time management (planning and organising)
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- Systmone user skills
Clinical knowledge and skills Essential
Essential
- Venepuncture
- Ability to record accurate clinical notes
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations
- Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
- Effectively utilise resources
- Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant qualification in venepuncture
- Good standard of general education
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Experience of working in a primary care environment
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Effective time management (planning and organising)
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
- Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
- Systmone user skills
Clinical knowledge and skills Essential
Essential
- Venepuncture
- Ability to record accurate clinical notes
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
