Job summary
The post holder will provide a phlebotomy service to wards across the Division. Accuracy and attentionto detail is essential.
Work as part of a reliable, flexible and responsive clinical team with all colleagues
Maintain good lines of communication and promotes a strong commitment to the department
Liaises with: Hospital Staff including Laboratory, Medical, Nursing, Administrative & Porters, Patients, Members of the Public.
Main duties of the job
The Clinical Haematology Phlebotomy Service is looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and flexible individual who would like to make a difference to our patients.
In this role you will provide a phlebotomy service to Haematology Outpatient Services and the inpatient medical wards across the MRI Hospital. You will work as part of a reliable, flexible and responsive clinical team with all colleagues. To exceed in this role you will have:Good communication skillsAbility to follow written protocolEvidence of working as part of a teamGCSE or Equivalent in English and MathsIf you have a desire to undertake this front-line position, working hours that are attractive, this could be the job for you. In return we will provide a comprehensive induction programme and you will be appraised on a yearly basis with a view to developing knowledge and skills where appropriate.
About us
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of £2.6bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Educational Qualifications
Essential
- General Education completion
Desirable
- English and Maths qualifications
Work Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an acute care environment
Desirable
- Experience of working with more than one speciality
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills, ability to work on own initiative
Desirable
- Previous phlebotomy experience
Personal attributes
Essential
- Committed to providing and delivering high standards of patient care
Desirable
- Professional Outlook, positive attitude
Person Specification
Educational Qualifications
Essential
- General Education completion
Desirable
- English and Maths qualifications
Work Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in an acute care environment
Desirable
- Experience of working with more than one speciality
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills, ability to work on own initiative
Desirable
- Previous phlebotomy experience
Personal attributes
Essential
- Committed to providing and delivering high standards of patient care
Desirable
- Professional Outlook, positive attitude
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.
