Primary Care Careers

Phlebotomist

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Job summary

Crocus Medical Practice is looking to welcome an experienced and qualified phlebotomist into our busy practice, on a part time basis for 20-25 hours per week, working under the direction of the lead nurse and as part of the practice multi-disciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

  • Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample.
  • Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols.
  • Maintaining accurate patient records on SystmOne.
  • Correct labelling, packaging, and storing of samples.
  • Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies.
  • Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner.
  • Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters.

About us

We are a friendly and supportive practice. Our team includes 5 GP partners, 2 sessional GPs, nurse practitioners, and paramedics, supported by an excellent nursing and administration team.

For further information please contact: ann.sisson1@nhs.net or kelli.goodey@nhs.net.

Details

Date posted

03 April 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience dependent on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

7291

Job locations

Radwinter Road

Saffron Walden

Essex

CB11 3HY


Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Relevant qualification and clinical knowledge and skills in venepuncture;

Experience

Essential

  • Ability to record accurate clinical notes;
  • Consistently confidential, compassionate and respectful approach, placing a high value on the dignity of patients, relatives, carers and colleagues;
  • Ability to communicate effectively, and to understand the needs of the patient;
  • Strength in problem-solving, with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required;
  • Flexibility and an adaptable approach;
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Desirable

  • Ideally have experience of working in a healthcare setting, ideally within primary care;
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Relevant qualification and clinical knowledge and skills in venepuncture;

Experience

Essential

  • Ability to record accurate clinical notes;
  • Consistently confidential, compassionate and respectful approach, placing a high value on the dignity of patients, relatives, carers and colleagues;
  • Ability to communicate effectively, and to understand the needs of the patient;
  • Strength in problem-solving, with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required;
  • Flexibility and an adaptable approach;
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Desirable

  • Ideally have experience of working in a healthcare setting, ideally within primary care;

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Primary Care Careers

Address

Radwinter Road

Saffron Walden

Essex

CB11 3HY


Employer's website

https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Primary Care Careers

Address

Radwinter Road

Saffron Walden

Essex

CB11 3HY


Employer's website

https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Crocus Medical Practice

enquiries@eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk

01206918760

Details

Date posted

03 April 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience dependent on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

7291

Job locations

Radwinter Road

Saffron Walden

Essex

CB11 3HY


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