Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, proactive, and self-motivated Team Leader to assist the Phlebotomy Co-ordinator and Phlebotomy Manager in the day to day running of our Ward based service as well as cross cover with our outpatient Phlebotomy team leaders.
ABOUT THE TEAMWe are looking for someone who wants to be part of a busy team, who is dynamic, reliable, and keen to take on the responsibilities of a team leader. This is a patient-facing role and a welcoming attitude, good communication and empathy with patients is essential as are phlebotomy and cannulation skills.
The role involves supervising our ward based Phlebotomy team, providing front line support to the team and coordinating communication between the Phlebotomist and the management team.The role requires some deputation for the Phlebotomy coordinator, including some basic HR administration such as return to work interviews.
The team covers Medicine, MOP and Emergency care wards within Division B and are mobile within this footprint with the home base being in the South academic block.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
YOUR MAIN DUTIES
You can read an overview of the main duties of the role in the section below: Job Description and Main Responsibilities.
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents attached.To receive all patients in a calm, courteous and reassuring manner and uphold the confidentiality, dignity and best customer care practice for all patients/clients at all times.To identify the correct patient against the blood request form and collect and accurately label blood samples from all patients according to Pathology Standard Operating Procedures (local policies).To liaise with ward staff regarding request/patient condition.To prioritise work according to fasting/urgent requests to ensure a prompt service and to deliver all samples
Working hours are to be discussed but there is a need to be present Monday to Friday as well as some possible weekend cover.Typical shifts are currently 0730-2000 or 0730-1530 but may change in the near future and will discuss further at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
YOUR MAIN DUTIES
You can read an overview of the main duties of the role in the section below: Job Description and Main Responsibilities.
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents attached.To receive all patients in a calm, courteous and reassuring manner and uphold the confidentiality, dignity and best customer care practice for all patients/clients at all times.To identify the correct patient against the blood request form and collect and accurately label blood samples from all patients according to Pathology Standard Operating Procedures (local policies).To liaise with ward staff regarding request/patient condition.To prioritise work according to fasting/urgent requests to ensure a prompt service and to deliver all samples
Working hours are to be discussed but there is a need to be present Monday to Friday as well as some possible weekend cover.Typical shifts are currently 0730-2000 or 0730-1530 but may change in the near future and will discuss further at interview.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 equivalents in English and Maths.
- Undertaken a period of formalised Phlebotomy Training in a previous role.
- Evidence of achievement of competency based training programme.
Desirable
- Basic Life Support training
Experience
Essential
- Experience in providing healthcare
- Recent experience of working in a phlebotomy role in the NHS or similar health environment.
Desirable
- Previous clinical experience in a hospital setting
Skills
Essential
- Quick learner, basic hygiene knowledge
- Ability to learn about and deal with blood borne viruses
- Good communication skills
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grades A*-C or 4-9 equivalents in English and Maths.
- Undertaken a period of formalised Phlebotomy Training in a previous role.
- Evidence of achievement of competency based training programme.
Desirable
- Basic Life Support training
Experience
Essential
- Experience in providing healthcare
- Recent experience of working in a phlebotomy role in the NHS or similar health environment.
Desirable
- Previous clinical experience in a hospital setting
Skills
Essential
- Quick learner, basic hygiene knowledge
- Ability to learn about and deal with blood borne viruses
- Good communication skills
Trust Values
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
