Job summary
Working under the direction of the lead nurse and as part of the
practice multidisciplinary team, the post holder will be responsible for
performing venepuncture, as requested by the clinical team, to the entitled
patient population.
We are looking for an experienced phlebotomist to work 2 days per week, doing 4 hour clinics per day (8 hours in total). Clinics would be booked appointments, and we are open for discussions on appointment timing.
Main duties of the job
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 nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for
patient related matters
In addition to the primary responsibilities,
the Phlebotomist may be requested to:
a.
Participate
in practice audit as directed by the audit lead.
b.
Participate
in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
c.
Support
and participate in shared learning within the practice
About us
Aughton Surgery has 4 partners (3 GP's and 1 Practice Manager), 3 Salaried GP's, 1 Physician Associate, 1 Practice Nurse, 1 HCA and 1 Clinical Pharmacist. We are also a training practice, so we regularly have GP registrars, medical students and student physician associates as part of our team as well.
Our clinical staff are assisted by a friendly and knowledgeable admin/reception team.
All staff are highly supportive, and the surgery is a very enjoyable environment to work in
Job description
Job responsibilities
Primary
key 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 nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for
patient related matters
Secondary
key responsibilities
In addition to the primary responsibilities,
the Phlebotomist may be requested to:
a.
Participate
in practice audit as directed by the audit lead
b.
Participate
in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
c.
Support
and participate in shared learning within the practice
d.
Complete
opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota
Job description
Job responsibilities
Primary
key 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 nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for
patient related matters
Secondary
key responsibilities
In addition to the primary responsibilities,
the Phlebotomist may be requested to:
a.
Participate
in practice audit as directed by the audit lead
b.
Participate
in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
c.
Support
and participate in shared learning within the practice
d.
Complete
opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in Phlebotomy/Venepuncture
Desirable
- Good standard of general education - GCSE's
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP practice or primary care setting
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Clinical skills in phlebotomy
- Able to record accurate notes
- Excellent communication skills
- Effective time management
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow policies and procedures
- Competent in the use of MS Office programmes such as Word and Outlook
- Good IT skills
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure
- Effective communication
- Punctual
Desirable
- Experience of using EMIS Web and ICE
- Awareness of infection control procedures
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in Phlebotomy/Venepuncture
Desirable
- Good standard of general education - GCSE's
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP practice or primary care setting
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Clinical skills in phlebotomy
- Able to record accurate notes
- Excellent communication skills
- Effective time management
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow policies and procedures
- Competent in the use of MS Office programmes such as Word and Outlook
- Good IT skills
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure
- Effective communication
- Punctual
Desirable
- Experience of using EMIS Web and ICE
- Awareness of infection control procedures
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.