Phlebotomist

Job description

Job 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. Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols

c. Maintaining accurate patient records on the clinical IT system

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 NHS Trust laboratory staff

h. Working collaboratively with the clinical team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters

e. Other ad hoc duties as required by the practice

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant qualification in venepuncture
• Ability to record accurate clinical notes
• 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

Desirable

• Competent in the use of MS Office applications
• Clinical IT system user skills

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

Gateway Primary Care CIC

Address

The Gate Surgery

Doncaster Gate

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S65 1DJ

Employer's website

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