Phlebotomist

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description: Healthcare Assistant Phlebotomy & Patient Care

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensure patients are comfortable, relaxed, and fully consent to the collection of blood samples.

• Collect blood samples in accordance with established protocols and training.

• Store samples in appropriate containers and ensure timely dispatch to designated laboratories.

• Label all samples accurately and legibly to confirm patient identity.

• Verify patient identity against GP/Nurse requests and confirm with the patient when possible.

• Record the collection of blood samples in patient records, following practice procedures.

• Report any anomalies or issues to a senior member of staff.

• Notify the GP/Nurse of any significant patient concerns or observations.

Clinical Support Duties:

• Conduct routine observations such as blood pressure, pulse, and temperature checks.

• Perform urinalysis and document results accurately.

• Conduct NHS health checks and contribute to QOF reviews using Ardens templates.

• Offer lifestyle advice on topics such as smoking cessation, weight management, and general health improvement.

• Provide chaperone support during patient examinations or procedures.

• Deliver delegated care activities to named patients, as taught and agreed upon by clinical staff.

• Assist in the ongoing assessment, monitoring, and surveillance of patient health and well-being.

Equipment and Environment Management:

• Check clinical rooms regularly to ensure all equipment and supplies are in date and adequately stocked.

• Maintain and prepare clinical environments and equipment before, during, and after patient care.

• Monitor and record fridge temperatures; report anomalies to the nursing team promptly.

• Check and replace sharps bins when full, ensuring they are sealed, labelled, and transferred to clinical waste as required.

Administrative and Support Responsibilities:

• Order and maintain adequate phlebotomy supplies to ensure continuous service provision.

• Support the administrative team by handling phlebotomy-related queries.

• Liaise effectively with GPs, nurses, and administrative staff to support seamless patient care.

• Assist with the collection and collation of data related to health and well-being needs.

Health Promotion:

• Encourage and support patients in improving their health and lifestyle through education and referral to appropriate services.

• Help raise awareness of health promotion within the practice and the wider community.

The post holder will be required to:

• Work in accordance with practice guidelines to assist the clinical team
• Maintaining confidentiality and check patient identification
• Liaise with clinicians with any concerns

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
• Qualification in phlebotomy or relevant experience

Desirable

• Safeguarding qualifications

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a healthcare setting, ideally within primary care;
• Ability to record accurate clinical notes;
• Consistently confidential, compassionate and respectful approach, placing a high value on the dignity of patients, relatives, carers and colleagues

Desirable

• Experience of using SystmOne software

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively and to understand the needs of the patient
• Flexibility and an adaptable approach
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Ability to work as part of a team

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Sixways

Address

London Road

Charlton Kings

Cheltenham

Gloucestershire

GL52 6HS

Employer's website

https://www.sixwaysclinic.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)