Phlebotomist - part-time

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)