Phlebotomist

Job summary

Phlebotomist Band 2

To deliver the highest possible standards of care to patients by providing a professional and efficient phlebotomy service, ensuring that samples reach the laboratory at the earliest possible opportunity. Maintain cleanliness andsafety on trolleys and I bays by keeping them clean, tidy and well stocked.

Main duties of the job

• Working in wards, outpatients or The Trust's anticoagulation clinic, taking blood samples for laboratory analysis.
• Taking blood samples from patients in a ward or clinic environment or the patient's own home for the purpose of diagnosing, monitoring or treating
• Taking blood samples from patients by way of Venepuncture or capillary sample for clinical analysis with the aim of diagnosing, monitoring or treated medical conditions or illnesses.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provide hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1st August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people who are relatively young with a high level of ethnic diversity.

Our main hospital site, Croydon University Hospital is one of the busiest in London. We're also leading the way in providing more healthcare outside hospitals at clinics, specialist centres and in people's homes. Our experienced district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons look after people of all ages across Croydon and our Children's Hospital at Home cares for children with long-term conditions without them having to come to hospital.

Across the NHS everyone is working hard to meet growing demand and we're no exception. But with the right people on board, we are rising to this challenge, putting our people in the driving seat, encouraging innovation and transforming our services to give local people the quality of care they deserve. Croydon Health Services puts a great deal of importance on education and training throughout the careers of all of our staff. As well as offering access to a range of core skills training and professional development.