Job summary
We are looking for a Band 2 Phlebotomist ideally with community nursing or caring experience to join our community phlebotomy team. This service is provided Monday to Friday and you will work alongside a team of experienced phlebotomists taking blood from patients in their own homes and those living in residential care homes . There is an expectation to work alone whilst undertaking home visits and you may be required to cover clinics.
To fulfil the needs of service delivery to patients/service users and in line with our current team of clinicians, the post holder will work as part of a flexible team over 5 days per week. Various hours and working patterns available.
A clean driving license and access to a vehicle is essential for this role.
Main duties of the job
Ideally we would like someone who already is competent in venepuncture and the use of a Coagucheck machine, however we will be able to offer full training to achieve both these competencies. In this busy environment you must be keen to learn and adapt to a changing environment as well as being expected to complete the Care Certificate training if you have not already achieved this.
You will need to be IT literate as there is an expectation to be competent in the use of an electronic patient record system following full training to maintain and ensure accurate record keeping.
You will require excellent communication skills, have a kind and caring nature and be able to show empathy to the patient and their family in times when they may be feeling anxious or distressed. There is also a requirement to identify those patients who whilst you are visiting, maybe feeling unwell or whose health could be deteriorating and escalate these concerns appropriately.
About us
Our STAR values are at the heart of everything we do. You can expect to see them in the way we act and the way we treat each other. Our values make us who we are.Service - We will put our patients firstTeamwork - We will work togetherAmbition - We will aspire to provide the best serviceRespect - We will act with integrity
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Enter patients details accurately on the phlebotomy system
- Phlebotomists will be expected to provide a helpful and professional service to patients and healthcare staff within the Trust and Primary care professionals, presenting a positive image of themselves.
- Check patient demographics as per Trust Policy, prior to procedure, ensuring requestforms are completed accurately.
- Explain procedure and put patient at easy, thus gaining implied consent.
- Perform venepuncture using protocols as stated in the phlebotomy manual
- Ensure blood samples are accurately labelled with patient identifiable demographics as per Trust Policy.
- Ensure laboratories are provided with timely, high quality blood specimens taken in tubes that are appropriate for the tests requested.
- Ensure patient had recovered sufficiently before leaving clinic or phlebotomist leaving the patients home.
- General housekeeping duties within the department and notify any damage to equipment.
- Ensure phlebotomy manager is aware of equipment needs
- To liaise with line manager of any training needs.
- Cover clinics
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Enter patients details accurately on the phlebotomy system
- Phlebotomists will be expected to provide a helpful and professional service to patients and healthcare staff within the Trust and Primary care professionals, presenting a positive image of themselves.
- Check patient demographics as per Trust Policy, prior to procedure, ensuring requestforms are completed accurately.
- Explain procedure and put patient at easy, thus gaining implied consent.
- Perform venepuncture using protocols as stated in the phlebotomy manual
- Ensure blood samples are accurately labelled with patient identifiable demographics as per Trust Policy.
- Ensure laboratories are provided with timely, high quality blood specimens taken in tubes that are appropriate for the tests requested.
- Ensure patient had recovered sufficiently before leaving clinic or phlebotomist leaving the patients home.
- General housekeeping duties within the department and notify any damage to equipment.
- Ensure phlebotomy manager is aware of equipment needs
- To liaise with line manager of any training needs.
- Cover clinics
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Phlebotomy - achieved competency or willing to undertake training.
- Good general education
Desirable
- NVQ III or equivalent
- The care certificate
- GCSE level in English and Biology
Experience
Essential
- Understand the principles of patient confidentiality
- Knowledge of the importance and relevance of phlebotomy in the deliverance of patient care
Desirable
- Experience of taking INR readings
- Community experience
- Multi - agency / disciplinary working
- Lone working experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills and able to communicate with patients and healthcare professionals
- Competent, professional and polite manner
Desirable
- Understanding of systmOne IT system
- Ability to produce work related reports
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Phlebotomy - achieved competency or willing to undertake training.
- Good general education
Desirable
- NVQ III or equivalent
- The care certificate
- GCSE level in English and Biology
Experience
Essential
- Understand the principles of patient confidentiality
- Knowledge of the importance and relevance of phlebotomy in the deliverance of patient care
Desirable
- Experience of taking INR readings
- Community experience
- Multi - agency / disciplinary working
- Lone working experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills and able to communicate with patients and healthcare professionals
- Competent, professional and polite manner
Desirable
- Understanding of systmOne IT system
- Ability to produce work related reports
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
the great western hospital
swindon community health services, the orbital, thamesdown drive
swindon
SN25 4AN
Employer's website
https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
