Phlebotomist - Surgical Wards

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

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Job summary

Are you a healthcare assistant with phlebotomy experience? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Band 3 position working across the surgical wards of Darent Valley hospital .

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who enjoys patient contact and working in a busy and multi-professional team environment, to support us in the delivery of a high-quality phlebotomy service. Excellent team working and interpersonal skills will be required as well as IT skills that meet the demands of the service.

You will work closely with the multi-disciplinary teams to provide a high standard of care and customer focus to improve the patient experience.

Main duties of the job

The main responsibilities for this role are to take blood samples from hospital patients with indirect supervision, according to protocols and procedures

To provide and maintain a stable and safe clinical environment and ensuring that samples reach the Laboratory in optimum condition and in a timely manner.

Other duties include assisting with the training and supervision of staff, providing phlebotomy related information for patients and liaising with laboratory colleagues and other services, as appropriate

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Date posted

30 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,329 to £26,958 a year per annum inclusive of allowances

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

252-6577398

Job locations

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood Road

Dartford

DA2 8DA

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical responsibilities:

Works independently within the surgical wards whilst undertaking phlebotomy tasks, ensuring there is a team approach with members of the healthcare team on the wards.

Maintains the patients safety at all times, ensuring that patient identification is verified and that samples are taken and handled according to Trust and Local Policies

Ensures safe storage, use and administration of all medicines and substances according to Trust Policy

Ensures that Safeguarding procedures are followed for Vulnerable adults.

Acts as the patients advocate at all times.

Deals appropriately with unsuitable samples and/or requests

Assists with the training and supervision of staff, as directed.

Provide phlebotomy related information for patients.

Liaising with laboratory colleagues and other services, as appropriate.

Assists in the maintenance and implementation of department procedures, policies and documents.

Please see attached job description for more information.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical responsibilities:

Works independently within the surgical wards whilst undertaking phlebotomy tasks, ensuring there is a team approach with members of the healthcare team on the wards.

Maintains the patients safety at all times, ensuring that patient identification is verified and that samples are taken and handled according to Trust and Local Policies

Ensures safe storage, use and administration of all medicines and substances according to Trust Policy

Ensures that Safeguarding procedures are followed for Vulnerable adults.

Acts as the patients advocate at all times.

Deals appropriately with unsuitable samples and/or requests

Assists with the training and supervision of staff, as directed.

Provide phlebotomy related information for patients.

Liaising with laboratory colleagues and other services, as appropriate.

Assists in the maintenance and implementation of department procedures, policies and documents.

Please see attached job description for more information.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

Formal training in Phlebotomy (must show evidence/certificate at Interview)
Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Desirable

Customer Care Training

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Good understanding of infection control risk and measures
Excellent phlebotomy techniques (to be tested at interview)

Experience

Essential

Sound knowledge and experience in Phlebotomy

Personal Attributes

Essential

Polite, pleasant and kind manner.
Strong interpersonal and customer care skill.
Flexibility in ways of working and hour/ shifts.
High attention to detail and accuracy in tasks.
Ability to work under pressure.
Ability to be adaptable to meeting the changing requirements and needs of the service.
A 'can do' attitude.
Works well in a team

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

Formal training in Phlebotomy (must show evidence/certificate at Interview)
Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Desirable

Customer Care Training

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Good understanding of infection control risk and measures
Excellent phlebotomy techniques (to be tested at interview)

Experience

Essential

Sound knowledge and experience in Phlebotomy

Personal Attributes

Essential

Polite, pleasant and kind manner.
Strong interpersonal and customer care skill.
Flexibility in ways of working and hour/ shifts.
High attention to detail and accuracy in tasks.
Ability to work under pressure.
Ability to be adaptable to meeting the changing requirements and needs of the service.
A 'can do' attitude.
Works well in a team

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.