Phlebotomist

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

We are looking for a Phlebotomist to join the UHS Pathology Phlebotomy team at Lymington Hospital.

This can be a very busy department, during peak times we can see approximately one patient every 6 minutes.

The successful applicant will be working in the UHS Pathology Outpatient’s department at Lymington Hospital. The working hours for the service are from 07:15 to 17:00 Monday to Friday as per rota. The applicant will also be part of the Saturday rota for Romsey Hospital which is currently approximately a 1 in 6 commitment.

You must be self-motivated, possess good interpersonal skills and enjoy the challenge offered by a dynamic, progressive department.
The successful applicant will be required to travel to the University Hospitals Southampton for Mandatory and Statutory training as required including practical Phlebotomy training with the clinical skills team.

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.

You can read an overview of the main duties of the role in the section below: Job Description and Main Responsibilities.

To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents attached.
To receive all patients in a calm, courteous and reassuring manner and uphold the confidentiality, dignity and best customer care practice for all patients/clients at all times.
To identify the correct patient against the blood request form and collect and accurately label blood samples from all patients according to Pathology Standard Operating Procedures (local policies).
To visit wards regarding provision of Phlebotomy / Cannulation services if and when required.
To liaise with ward staff regarding request/patient condition.
To prioritise work according to fasting/urgent requests to ensure a prompt service and to deliver all samples.