Job summary
Phlebotomist - Band 2
Inpatient and Outpatient Phlebotomy 37.5 Hours /30 hrs - Permanent
If
you are passionate about patient care and would like to work in a busy, dynamic
environment, then the role of Phlebotomist may be for you. Our team of
Phlebotomists take blood samples from inpatients at West Suffolk Hospital and
also from outpatients at both WSH and Sudbury Community Health Centre. The
inpatient service is provided over 7 days a week, whilst for outpatients the
service is weekdays plus Saturday mornings at WSH.
It
would be advantageous if you have had some experience in this field, although
training will be provided. The post holder will be responsible for obtaining
blood samples from inpatients and outpatients by means of venepuncture and will
include associated reception tasks. The successful applicant will be able to
exhibit good people and communication skills, attention to detail, manual
dexterity in addition to good numeracy and literacy skills.
This role will be important to
delivering a high quality, timely and cost-effective services, whilst upholding
the Trusts vision and values including the principles of Patient First.
The successful candidate for
this post will be required to apply for a Disclosure & Barring Service
(DBS) Disclosure at Enhanced level.
The closing date for this
vacancy may change if we receive a strong response. Please ensure that you
apply for any post you are interested in as soon as possible.
Main duties of the job
To be part of the team responsible
for the collection of blood samples by venepuncture from patients served by
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust (if undergoing training, the collection of
blood samples will be supervised).
Communication with all patients of
varying needs.
Accurate identification of patient
and labelling of samples.
Requirement to perform phlebotomy
duties at various locations to support the phlebotomy service, e.g. including
Outpatient Phlebotomy, Inpatient wards or MacMillan Unit at West Suffolk
Hospital and Outpatient Phlebotomy at Sudbury Community Health Centre. This may
also include new locations in the future as the phlebotomy service develops.
Maintains records in relation to
activities carried out.
To work flexibly in respect of
service needs which may include an extended working day and participation in
the delivery of a 24 hour, 7 days per week service.
The service brings staff
into constant contact with human body fluids, tissues and hazardous chemicals.
This may include blood, pus, urine, faeces, and respiratory secretions.
Technical and scientific
Perform phlebotomy activities
accurately and efficiently.
Accurate identification of patient
and labelling of samples according to standard procedures.
Ensure that correct pre and post-test
requirements have been observed by the patient.
Responsible for data entry on to the
computer system.
Ensure the correct handling, storage
and appropriate delivery of samples to laboratory.
About us
#BeKnown
at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community
We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to
more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for,
treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community
settings.
The
West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care
services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery
unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+
beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.
Adult
and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk
Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing
temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.
We
do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our
values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we
work and behave as a team.
With
nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation
a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be
the best you can be.
We
promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you
can #BeKnown for whoever you are.
Join
us. What will you #BeKnown for?
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description for more detail for supporting information.
Job summary
To
be part of the team responsible for the collection of blood samples by
venepuncture from patients served by West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust (if undergoing training, the collecting of blood samples will be
supervised).
Communication with all patients of varying needs.
Accurate identification of patient and labelling of
samples.
Requirement to perform phlebotomy duties at various
locations to support the development of the phlebotomy service, e.g. Outpatient
Phlebotomy department, Inpatient wards and McMillan Unit at West Suffolk
Hospital or Outpatient Phlebotomy at Sudbury Community Health Centre. This may
include new locations in the future as the phlebotomy service develops.
Maintains records in relation to activities carried
out.
To work flexibly in respect of service needs which
may include an extended working day and participation in the delivery of a 24
hour, 7 days per week service.
The work of the service brings staff into constant
contact with human body fluids, tissues and hazardous chemicals. This may
include blood, pus, urine, faeces, and respiratory secretions.
Job
responsibilities
Technical and scientific
Perform phlebotomy activities accurately and
efficiently.
Accurate identification of patient and labelling of
samples according to standard procedures.
Ensure that correct pre and post-test requirements
have been observed by the patient.
Responsible for data entry on to the computer
system.
Make judgements in accordance with policies and
procedures to identify action and report anomalies.
Ensure the correct handling, storage and
appropriate delivery of samples to laboratory.
Participate in the day to day management of stock
control and usage to ensure efficient use where appropriate.
Assist in the introduction of new processes and
systems.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Use equipment in a safe manner and report any
equipment faults to a more senior member of staff.
Participate in collection of samples for Research
and Development, clinical trials and equipment testing.
Communication
Communicate
effectively with patients, carers, colleagues and clinicians.
Undertake Pathology
reception duties when required. These include receiving visitors to the wider
department, service engineers and printing ICE request forms as necessary.
Information
Resources
Ensure adequate identification criteria, appropriate and accurate data
entry
To ensure patient confidentiality and conformance to Data Protection
Act and Caldicott Guidelines.
Be able to use Laboratory Information system, email, internet and
automated operating systems, and other software packages as required.
Quality/Governance/Risk
Management
Follow policies and procedures ensuring
that the use of Q-Pulse quality management system of the Trust is complied with
where appropriate.
Comment on proposals for change to
appropriate policies and standard operating procedures within own area.
Assist in audits and where appropriate,
propose service improvements within own area.
Complete incident forms where
appropriate.
Education, Training and
Development
Support less experienced and other staff where
required and demonstrates own work.
Participates in appraisal process in line with
current policies.
Responsible for personal education, training and
competencies.
Other Duties and Additional Responsibilities
The post-holder will be expected to
participate in the delivery of specific duties and/or specialised
responsibilities in line with the banding of the post. These responsibilities will be agreed with
the post holder, will be subject to regular review and may be amended at any
time with the post holders agreement.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the full job description for more detail for supporting information.
Job summary
To
be part of the team responsible for the collection of blood samples by
venepuncture from patients served by West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust (if undergoing training, the collecting of blood samples will be
supervised).
Communication with all patients of varying needs.
Accurate identification of patient and labelling of
samples.
Requirement to perform phlebotomy duties at various
locations to support the development of the phlebotomy service, e.g. Outpatient
Phlebotomy department, Inpatient wards and McMillan Unit at West Suffolk
Hospital or Outpatient Phlebotomy at Sudbury Community Health Centre. This may
include new locations in the future as the phlebotomy service develops.
Maintains records in relation to activities carried
out.
To work flexibly in respect of service needs which
may include an extended working day and participation in the delivery of a 24
hour, 7 days per week service.
The work of the service brings staff into constant
contact with human body fluids, tissues and hazardous chemicals. This may
include blood, pus, urine, faeces, and respiratory secretions.
Job
responsibilities
Technical and scientific
Perform phlebotomy activities accurately and
efficiently.
Accurate identification of patient and labelling of
samples according to standard procedures.
Ensure that correct pre and post-test requirements
have been observed by the patient.
Responsible for data entry on to the computer
system.
Make judgements in accordance with policies and
procedures to identify action and report anomalies.
Ensure the correct handling, storage and
appropriate delivery of samples to laboratory.
Participate in the day to day management of stock
control and usage to ensure efficient use where appropriate.
Assist in the introduction of new processes and
systems.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Use equipment in a safe manner and report any
equipment faults to a more senior member of staff.
Participate in collection of samples for Research
and Development, clinical trials and equipment testing.
Communication
Communicate
effectively with patients, carers, colleagues and clinicians.
Undertake Pathology
reception duties when required. These include receiving visitors to the wider
department, service engineers and printing ICE request forms as necessary.
Information
Resources
Ensure adequate identification criteria, appropriate and accurate data
entry
To ensure patient confidentiality and conformance to Data Protection
Act and Caldicott Guidelines.
Be able to use Laboratory Information system, email, internet and
automated operating systems, and other software packages as required.
Quality/Governance/Risk
Management
Follow policies and procedures ensuring
that the use of Q-Pulse quality management system of the Trust is complied with
where appropriate.
Comment on proposals for change to
appropriate policies and standard operating procedures within own area.
Assist in audits and where appropriate,
propose service improvements within own area.
Complete incident forms where
appropriate.
Education, Training and
Development
Support less experienced and other staff where
required and demonstrates own work.
Participates in appraisal process in line with
current policies.
Responsible for personal education, training and
competencies.
Other Duties and Additional Responsibilities
The post-holder will be expected to
participate in the delivery of specific duties and/or specialised
responsibilities in line with the banding of the post. These responsibilities will be agreed with
the post holder, will be subject to regular review and may be amended at any
time with the post holders agreement.
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good verbal communication skills
- Demonstrable interpersonal skills, ability to work alone and as part of a team.
- Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time.
- Manual dexterity appropriate to activities associated with post
Desirable
- Good written communication skills.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strives for excellence.
- Self-motivated.
- Ability to be flexible and respond to the needs of the service,
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Puts the patient first in everything
- that is undertaken.
- Awareness of self and impact on others
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE in Maths and English, Grade A C (5 9) or equivalent.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of role and activities associated with the post.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Pathology IT systems.
- Previous relevant experience or working in the NHS
- ECDL.
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Good verbal communication skills
- Demonstrable interpersonal skills, ability to work alone and as part of a team.
- Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time.
- Manual dexterity appropriate to activities associated with post
Desirable
- Good written communication skills.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strives for excellence.
- Self-motivated.
- Ability to be flexible and respond to the needs of the service,
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Puts the patient first in everything
- that is undertaken.
- Awareness of self and impact on others
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE in Maths and English, Grade A C (5 9) or equivalent.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of role and activities associated with the post.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Pathology IT systems.
- Previous relevant experience or working in the NHS
- ECDL.
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
West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Address
West Suffolk Hospitals Nhs Trust
Hardwick Lane
Bury St. Edmunds
Suffolk
IP332QZ
Employer's website
https://www.wsh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
