Job summary
We require experienced phlebotomists to join the Phlebotomy Service at the Royal London and Mile End Hospitals. The main duty is to collect blood samples from patients in inpatient and outpatient areas at The Royal London and Mile End Hospitals, and the Mental Health wards at Mile End Hospital.
The successful candidates may be required to work in other areas of the Trust.
Core working hours are 7.00am-6.00pm on weekdays and 7.00am-12.00pm on Saturdays, Sundays, and Bank Holidays. Morning and afternoon shifts are available, but successful candidates are expected to be flexible in their working patterns to meet service demands.
Please note:
- Candidates should be aware of the expectation to work in areas where Covid-19 patients are being treated.
- The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.
- Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification on their application will be shortlisted for this job.
For further details/informal visits contact:
Ms Cynthia Grant, Phlebotomy Services Manager, on 020 3594 41213 or e-mail: cynthia.grant1@nhs.net.
Main duties of the job
To participate in the provision of a high quality phlebotomy service to all patients in any location as required.
To manage and prioritise personal and team workloads in various clinical areas.
To be involved in the training of other staff where appropriate.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs in Maths and English language or minimum of Key Skills Level 1 in literacy and numeracy, or equivalent qualifications.
- A U.K.-recognised Certificate of Competency in Phlebotomy.
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of experience in phlebotomy competency and skills.
- Evidence of recent practical phlebotomy experience in a U.K.-based clinical team.
- Experience of working with the public and demonstrating strong customer care skills.
Desirable
- Paediatric phlebotomy experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of basic human anatomy and physiology.
- Awareness of the physical, psychological, cultural and social needs of patients.
Skills
Essential
- Clear verbal communication
- Clear written communication.
- Basic IT skills.
- Can demonstrate an enthusiastic, approachable, empathetic and friendly manner when dealing with patients.
- Able to organise own workload.
- Able to use own initiative.
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills.
- Able to work calmly within a pressured environment.
- Able to work well within a diverse team.
Other
Essential
- Able to participate in internal rotation and all relevant service needs/shifts.
- Prepared to be flexible by working across different areas and adapting to changes within the service.
- Prepared to be flexible by working different shifts, including weekends and Bank Holidays.
- Knowledge of infection control procedures and protocols and required actions to prevent cross infection.
- Prepared to undertake further training.
- Able to reflect and appraise own performance.
- Prepared to dress in accordance with the Trust's uniform policy.
- Able to work well within a diverse team.
- Punctuality.
- Able to meet the moving and handling and manual dexterity requirements of the post.
- Satisfactory attendance record.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs in Maths and English language or minimum of Key Skills Level 1 in literacy and numeracy, or equivalent qualifications.
- A U.K.-recognised Certificate of Competency in Phlebotomy.
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of experience in phlebotomy competency and skills.
- Evidence of recent practical phlebotomy experience in a U.K.-based clinical team.
- Experience of working with the public and demonstrating strong customer care skills.
Desirable
- Paediatric phlebotomy experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of basic human anatomy and physiology.
- Awareness of the physical, psychological, cultural and social needs of patients.
Skills
Essential
- Clear verbal communication
- Clear written communication.
- Basic IT skills.
- Can demonstrate an enthusiastic, approachable, empathetic and friendly manner when dealing with patients.
- Able to organise own workload.
- Able to use own initiative.
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills.
- Able to work calmly within a pressured environment.
- Able to work well within a diverse team.
Other
Essential
- Able to participate in internal rotation and all relevant service needs/shifts.
- Prepared to be flexible by working across different areas and adapting to changes within the service.
- Prepared to be flexible by working different shifts, including weekends and Bank Holidays.
- Knowledge of infection control procedures and protocols and required actions to prevent cross infection.
- Prepared to undertake further training.
- Able to reflect and appraise own performance.
- Prepared to dress in accordance with the Trust's uniform policy.
- Able to work well within a diverse team.
- Punctuality.
- Able to meet the moving and handling and manual dexterity requirements of the post.
- Satisfactory attendance record.
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).
