Phlebotomist

**Grade**: Band 3
**Hours**: Full time (37.5) or Part time hours would be considered

Applications are invited from enthusiastic experienced Phlebotomists or unqualified persons willing to undertake training to become a Phlebotomist.

You will join our forward thinking, friendly, pro active team providing a high quality, compassionate service to our patients.

We are looking for a self
- motivated, hardworking team players with good manual dexterity, excellent communication skills and flexibility to support our services within Dorset County Hospital Foundation Trust.

The posts are based within Dorset County Hospital and will provide Phlebotomy support to the wards, the A & E Department, Paediatric clinics and outpatients clinics at both Dorset County Hospital and Weymouth Hospital.

The service is a seven day a week service and operates 365 days per year. Staff are rostered for weekends and bank holidays.

Competency in Venepuncture and Cannulation Skills would be an advantage, however full training and support is provided.

To safely and efficiently perform venepuncture on all patients requiring blood tests requested by DCHFT.

To safely and efficiently perform cannulation on all patients as required.

Prepare patients for venepuncture, cannulation and blood cultures ensuring they are given the opportunity to discuss their concerns and individual needs

To observe and report any side effects or untoward incidents which may occur as a result of the venepuncture/cannulation procedure, relating to the patient or phlebotomist.

To contribute to the efficient running of the phlebotomy service on a daily basis.

To adhere to the Trust policies, procedures and guidelines.

To establish a relationship of trust and understanding with patients and other staff groups ensuring that a good public image and perception of phlebotomy is maintained at all times.

To provide an efficient and high quality service to all patients and users.

At DCHFT we pride ourselves on the care we provide to our patients and on creating a pro active culture to our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for all.

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.