Community Phlebotomist

First Community Health and Care

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Job summary

Do you want to start or develop your career providing NHS care to patients in their own homes?

An opportunity has arisen within the District Nursing Service at First Community for a 30 hour band 2 Phlebotomist.

You will be responsible for taking blood samples from housebound patients in a competent and professional manner, in line with agreed protocols and standards.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide phlebotomy to patients in the community setting under the direction of a qualified nurse. You will work independently within a supportive team structure.

You will need to be able to communicate clearly with excellent written, verbal and IT skills. You will need to be able to prioritise your day and be familiar with all routine blood tests and understand their clinical importance.

Due to the nature of the role it is essential that you are able to drive, have a car suitable for business purposes, and hold a clean driving licence.

About us

Do you want to be part of an organisation that was rated best provider of NHS care to work for nationwide? (2023 staff survey results)

First Community is a staff owned social enterprise rated Good by CQC, which delivers NHS community services across east Surrey and parts of West Sussex. We are looking for individuals who share our values First-rate care, First-rate people, First-rate value.

First Community is a great place to work, everyone has a voice and is supported to develop their career to its full potential. We offer all our staff: NHS terms and conditions, high quality training and development opportunities, flexible working to enable a good work life balance, an inclusive and friendly work environment, an NHS pension, flexible retirement options and various employee benefits.

Please talk to us before applying or at interview about the flexibility you need. We may not be able to meet your needs exactly, but we do promise to fully consider your request and meet your needs where possible. Please note, flexible working options may vary depending on the role.

At First Community we welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities. We ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments.

Sustainability is integral to First Community achieving the NHS Net Zero target.

Date posted

03 December 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 a year +5% HCAS per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

B9078-FC1011

Job locations

First Community Health & Care

Kings Mill Lane

Redhill

RH1 5JY

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder is responsible for taking blood samples from housebound patients in a competent, professional manner in line with protocols and standards.

When completing your application please refer to both the Application Guide and full Job Description - these can be found under supporting documents.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder is responsible for taking blood samples from housebound patients in a competent, professional manner in line with protocols and standards.

When completing your application please refer to both the Application Guide and full Job Description - these can be found under supporting documents.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Recognised and current phlebotomy certificate of competence or agreement to complete on commencing post.
Good standard of general education including English and Maths to GCSE level or equivalent.

Skills

Essential

Effective communication skills
IT skills
Ability to effectively manage own time and prioritise own workload.
Ability work as both an individual and a team member.

Knowledge

Essential

Understanding of privacy and dignity in care

Desirable

Understanding of factors that influence health and wellbeing.
Understanding of safeguarding

Experience

Essential

Previous experience of working or volunteering in a health or social care setting or life experience of caring for others.

Other

Essential

Full UK driving licence.
Access to a car for work purposes with business insurance.
Ability to recognise own limitations.
Reliable and professional approach.
Flexible and able to use own initiative.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Recognised and current phlebotomy certificate of competence or agreement to complete on commencing post.
Good standard of general education including English and Maths to GCSE level or equivalent.

Skills

Essential

Effective communication skills
IT skills
Ability to effectively manage own time and prioritise own workload.
Ability work as both an individual and a team member.

Knowledge

Essential

Understanding of privacy and dignity in care

Desirable

Understanding of factors that influence health and wellbeing.
Understanding of safeguarding

Experience

Essential

Previous experience of working or volunteering in a health or social care setting or life experience of caring for others.

Other

Essential

Full UK driving licence.
Access to a car for work purposes with business insurance.
Ability to recognise own limitations.
Reliable and professional approach.
Flexible and able to use own initiative.

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.