Job summary
We have opportunities for part time Band 3 Phlebotomists - we are looking for enthusiastic, proactive, self-motivated hard working team players with a keen attention to detail to join our very busy, friendly phlebotomy teams at West Herts Training Hospital. There are part time post available across 3 sites at Watford, Hemel Hempstead and St Albans Hospitals.You will need to be flexible in your approach to work a 7 day essential service, morning, afternoon, weekend and bank holiday shifts. A good standard of written and spoken English is essential.
*Part time posts available*
Main duties of the job
Good communication skills are an integral part of this role as there is a need to liaise with Doctors, nurses, colleagues GP's and other health care professionals.The post requires you to work across the 3 hospital sites as required , as well as cover community clinics, GP surgery's and domiciliary visits once you are proficient, and deemed competent by the Phlebotomy Manager - so this is the job for you if you enjoy moving around and not being in one place from one day to another!
Experience is preferable but not essential as full training will be given.We are very proud of our Trust values and you will be expected to value these within your role and ensure they are reflected in your conduct.
Previous applicants please do not reapply.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.
The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder must have experience of phlebotomy and be able to contribute to a quality blood collection service. The post holder will be required to work independently, liaise with other healthcare professionals, clinicians, laboratory staff, patients and/or their representatives.
This may be in a hospital, GP surgery, outreach clinic and/or a patients home. The post holders must observe the policies and procedures relevant to the role. The work involves routinely handling biological samples that may contain pathogenic micro-organisms. All patient categories including high risk and isolation patients are included in the job requirements.
There is a need for some shift and weekend work that necessitates a flexible approach to the hours and site of employment. Once deemed competent these is a rotational pattern for bank holidays and weekends.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder must have experience of phlebotomy and be able to contribute to a quality blood collection service. The post holder will be required to work independently, liaise with other healthcare professionals, clinicians, laboratory staff, patients and/or their representatives.
This may be in a hospital, GP surgery, outreach clinic and/or a patients home. The post holders must observe the policies and procedures relevant to the role. The work involves routinely handling biological samples that may contain pathogenic micro-organisms. All patient categories including high risk and isolation patients are included in the job requirements.
There is a need for some shift and weekend work that necessitates a flexible approach to the hours and site of employment. Once deemed competent these is a rotational pattern for bank holidays and weekends.
Person Specification
Overall Score Based on P/Spec
Essential
- Score 0 = does not meet the person specification, 1 = reserved meets some person specification requirements, 2 = Meets all person specification requirements.
Person Specification
Overall Score Based on P/Spec
Essential
- Score 0 = does not meet the person specification, 1 = reserved meets some person specification requirements, 2 = Meets all person specification requirements.
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).
