Phlebotomist - part-time
Bridgnorth Medical Practice
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Job summary
This is a new position. The successful candidate will have experience of working as an independent phlebotomist in a Primary or Secondary Care environment
Main duties of the job
a. Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample
b. Perfoming venepunture in accordance with practice protocols
c. Maintaining accurate patient records on EMIS Web
d. The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples
e. Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies
f. Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner
g. Maintaining an effective liaison with the laboratory staff at Shropshire and Telford Hospitals (SaTH)
h. Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters
i. Cover for phlebotomy colleagues absence
About us
A training practice, so used to welcoming new members to the team.
Large practice of approximately 16,500 patients.
GPs, Urgent Care Practitioners, Nurses, HCAs, large Admin team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the phlebotomist. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
a. Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample
b. Perfoming venepunture in accordance with practice protocols
c. Maintaining accurate patient records on EMIS Web
d. The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples
e. Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies
f. Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner
g. Maintaining an effective liaison with the laboratory staff at Shropshire and Telford Hospitals (SaTH)
h. Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters
i. Cover for phlebotomy colleagues absence
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in venepuncture
- Good level of general education, including Maths and English
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
Bridgnorth Medical Practice
Address
Northgate Health Centre
Northgate
Bridgnorth
Shropshire
WV16 4EN
Employer's website
https://www.bridgnorthmedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
For questions about the job, contact:
Dude Newell
Date posted
16 May 2022
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£10.50 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A0955-22-5292
Job locations
Northgate Health Centre
Northgate
Bridgnorth
Shropshire
WV16 4EN
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Saturday: 9am to 3pm
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