Phlebotomist

Mayfield Medical Centre

The closing date is 18 October 2024

Job summary

Mayfield Medical Centre is seeking a dedicated, full-time Phlebotomist to join our team. We serve over 20,000 patients across our three sites in Paignton, Cherrybrook at Hookhills, and Brixham Hospital.

Main duties of the job

  • Collect blood samples from patients using safe and hygienic techniques.
  • Ensure all samples are correctly labelled and handled for analysis.
  • Provide excellent patient care, ensuring patients feel at ease throughout each procedure.
  • Maintain accurate records in compliance with clinical standards.
  • Work collaboratively with the medical team to deliver high-quality healthcare services.

About us

Mayfield Medical Centre is committed to providing high-quality healthcare services and promoting equal opportunities.

Date posted

30 September 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11.44 an hour Minimum Wage

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A1867-24-0007

Job locations

37 Totnes Road

Paignton

Devon

TQ4 5LA


Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Collect blood samples from patients using safe and hygienic techniques.
  • Ensure all samples are correctly labelled and handled for analysis.
  • Provide excellent patient care, ensuring patients feel at ease throughout each procedure.
  • Maintain accurate records in compliance with clinical standards.
  • Work collaboratively with the medical team to deliver high-quality healthcare services.
  • Learn to perform INR tests using INR Star, with full training provided.
  • Gain skills in conducting ECGs and accurately documenting results.
  • Learn to measure and monitor patients' blood pressure.
  • Opportunities to administer flu vaccines as part of our vaccination program.
  • Access to ongoing training and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) to enhance your skill set.

Job description

Job responsibilities

  • Collect blood samples from patients using safe and hygienic techniques.
  • Ensure all samples are correctly labelled and handled for analysis.
  • Provide excellent patient care, ensuring patients feel at ease throughout each procedure.
  • Maintain accurate records in compliance with clinical standards.
  • Work collaboratively with the medical team to deliver high-quality healthcare services.
  • Learn to perform INR tests using INR Star, with full training provided.
  • Gain skills in conducting ECGs and accurately documenting results.
  • Learn to measure and monitor patients' blood pressure.
  • Opportunities to administer flu vaccines as part of our vaccination program.
  • Access to ongoing training and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) to enhance your skill set.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in phlebotomy is essential.
  • Ability to work across our three sites as required.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A compassionate and patient-focused approach.
  • Willingness to learn new skills and take on additional responsibilities.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in phlebotomy is essential.
  • Ability to work across our three sites as required.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A compassionate and patient-focused approach.
  • Willingness to learn new skills and take on additional responsibilities.

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

Mayfield Medical Centre

Address

37 Totnes Road

Paignton

Devon

TQ4 5LA


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mayfield Medical Centre

Address

37 Totnes Road

Paignton

Devon

TQ4 5LA


Employer's website

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

For questions about the job, contact:

Lead Nurse

Sue Vaughton

sue.vaughton@nhs.net

Date posted

30 September 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11.44 an hour Minimum Wage

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A1867-24-0007

Job locations

37 Totnes Road

Paignton

Devon

TQ4 5LA


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