Job summary
We are looking to welcome a phlebotomist to join our dynamic
and supportive team at Humberstone Medical Centre. This vacancy is for 15 to 24 hours
per week. We welcome
applicants with or without GP surgery experience. If you have the right skills
and qualities, we can provide on-going support to develop professionally.
Main duties of the job
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.
In addition, the Phlebotomist
will be expected to support the nursing team on an as required basis.
About us
Humberstone Medical Centre is a thriving and innovative
practice providing care in the Northeast area of Leicester to 12,000 patients. We
are a friendly and experienced team who work collaboratively across clinical
and administrative roles.
We have a commitment to high quality evidence-based care
with a strong ethos of providing and enabling training and support to all our
staff, both clinical and administrative.
We are a large and friendly team including 5 GP Partners, 3
Salaried Drs, 2 Pharmacists, 1 Pharmacy technician ,3 Nurses, 2 HCAs, an FCP, a
Social Prescriber, care coordinators and administrators.
We are a teaching practice and take GP Registrars and
Medical students on rotation.
We are part of Salutem Primary Care Network and take a lead
role in it with the previous and current Clinical Director both being partners
in the practice. Salutem PCN has an excellent reputation for collaborative
working in multiple projects and seeking to maintain high standards of patient
care in all 5 practices within it.
What we offer
A supportive and welcoming team environment.
Opportunities for ongoing professional
development
On site staff car parking
NHS pension
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
Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample
Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols
Maintaining accurate patient records on the clinical IT system
The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples
Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies
Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner
Maintaining an effective liaison with the NHS Trust laboratory staff
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:
Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead
Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
Support and participate in shared learning within the practice
Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota
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
Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample
Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols
Maintaining accurate patient records on the clinical IT system
The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples
Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies
Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner
Maintaining an effective liaison with the NHS Trust laboratory staff
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:
Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead
Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
Support and participate in shared learning within the practice
Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant qualification in venepuncture
- Good standard of general education
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Venepuncture
- Ability to record accurate clinical notes on Systmone/EMIS
- 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
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
- Flexible and cooperative
Desirable
- Experience of working in primary care
- Experience of working in a GP practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant qualification in venepuncture
- Good standard of general education
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Venepuncture
- Ability to record accurate clinical notes on Systmone/EMIS
- 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
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
- Flexible and cooperative
Desirable
- Experience of working in primary care
- Experience of working in a GP practice
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
