Phlebotomist & Theatre Assistant

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Phlebotomist & Theatre Assistant will perform phlebotomy to obtain blood samples from patients and assist Doctors in their minor surgery and contraceptive clinics following specific Practice guidelines and protocols.

The Phlebotomist & Theatre Assistant will work within their clinical boundaries to be able to demonstrate safe, competent clinical care, maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.

The role will involve independent and autonomous working as well as working cohesively as part of both the individual teams and the wider Practice team.

The Phlebotomist & Theatre Assistant will be supported by their fellow nursing team (Nurses, Nurse Associates, HCAs & Phlebotomists).

• To collect the sample of blood from patients in accordance with training and procedures.
• To assist in minor surgery procedures including but not limited to vasectomies, carpal tunnel, dermatology procedures, coils etc.
• To sterilise, clean and maintain surgical equipment following the Practice Infection Control Policy.
• To assist with urinalysis and sample checks.
• To undertake administrative duties such as room stocking, fridge temperature checks and the removal of clinical waste.
• To ensure patient confidentiality, respect, and dignity is adhered to at all times.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Grade C or above in Maths (or equivalent)
• GCSE Grade C or above in English (or equivalent)
• Certification/Qualification and competency document in Phlebotomy

Desirable

• Qualifications at A Level standard (or equivalent)

Knowledge

Desirable

• Ardens templates
• Clinical computer systems in SystmOne (TPP)

Qualities / Attributes

Essential

• Compassionate & empathetic
• Calm & professional
• Friendly & approachable
• Open to feedback (positive & negative) and willing to learn and develop
• Committed with a strong work ethic
• Approachable
• Fast learner
• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to multitask
• Flexible approach to demand

Skills

Essential

• Completed all aspects of the application form with no spelling mistakes or errors
• Competent and confident in using IT & computers
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent organisational skills
• Phlebotomy Skills

Desirable

• Theatre assisting skills
• Urinalysis Skills
• Processing and management of samples

Experience

Essential

• 1 year+ experience working as a trained Phlebotomist
• Working within a team
• Working independently
• Working in a busy environment

Desirable

• 3 years+ experience working as a trained Phlebotomist
• Experience with assisting in Theatres / Minor Surgery
• Experience working in General Practice and/or Primary Care

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

Salisbury Medical Practice

Address

Fisherton House

Fountain Way

Salisbury

Wiltshire

SP2 7FD

Employer's website

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