Senior Phlebotomist
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Job summary
Scarborough Hospital is seeking a senior phlebotomist to join their Phlebotomy team.
This role requires a commitment to work on a rotational basis, including weekends and bank holidays. The ideal candidate should possess at least two years of experience in venipuncture, particularly with the use of the Sarstedt Monovette system. While previous line management experience is beneficial, it is not mandatory, as comprehensive training will be provided. The Phlebotomy department operates across multiple sites, including Scarborough and Bridlington Hospitals, with a new location in central Scarborough to be announced. The capacity to work effectively across all service sites is crucial for this position.
PLEASE NOTE: Interviews for this position are held face to face. Unfortunately, we are unable to host remote interviews on this occasion - By applying you are confirming that you are able to attend an interview located in Scarborough. The provision of Reasonable Adjustments under the Equality Act 2010 still apply.Main duties of the job
In the Phlebotomy managers absence. You will provide daily supervision for a team of phlebotomists, whilst continuing to encourage their development.
Working to our high standards of phlebotomy, your professional and prioritisation skills will be the key to maintaining an efficient and timely service to the Trust, contributing to the delivery of the best possible care to our patients and the wider community.
To work closely with Medical, Nursing, and Laboratory staff to provide a rapid blood collection service, which is sensitive to service requirements on individual Wards, OPD or GP practices as appropriate.
To provide high quality, timely and effective phlebotomy services to patients in designated areas as directed.
To provide support and reassurance to patients when preparing them for venipuncture. including patients with learning disabilities or language difficulties.
To train staff and induct new staff, including assessing and declaring competency to practice for new staff,
To ensure efficient planning and prioritisation of individual workload and workload of phlebotomy staff.
To assist in the selection of new staff as directed by the Phlebotomy Manager and be conversant with regulations regarding legal and effective recruitment.
To monitor sickness within the team, and to deal at an informal stage, including return to work interviews, to perform yearly appraisals as directed by the Phlebotomy Manager.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependents
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Details
Date posted
06 August 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum / pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share
Reference number
419-6526574-SP-CSD
Job locations
Scarborough Hospital
Woodlands Drive
Scarborough
YO12 6QL
Employer details
Employer name
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Scarborough Hospital
Woodlands Drive
Scarborough
YO12 6QL
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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