Phlebotomist

To undertake as directed, phlebotomies duties throughout the trust. This will involve routinely handling biological samples and it is therefore essential that he/she is aware of the departmental safety policies which must be observed at all times.

The post holder will work as part of a team to provide a blood sample collection service to the wards and outpatient. The post holder will be required to perform a range of phlebotomy / venepuncture techniques in a variety of clinical settings and will work without direct supervision.

The work requires flexible approach to hours of employment. You will also be required to cover Weekends (Saturday (7 -3) and Sunday (9-5)) /Bank Holidays pro rata.
1. Collect blood samples from inpatients and from patients attending the outpatient clinics within the Trust sites.
2. Communication and people skills are an important part of being a phlebotomist. There are many people who are scared of needles and get sick at the sight of blood. It is a phlebotomist’s responsibility to make sure they explain the procedure to alleviate fears and elicit cooperation
3. In cases of particular difficulty to obtaining the blood sample, refer the patient back to the requesting doctor.
4. To dispose safely of used needles and contaminated waste in the appropriate containers
5. To ensure samples are labelled accurately with required patient information and tests required
6. To maintain knowledge and skills in emergency situations, e.g. fainting/collapse of the patient
7. Collects samples from patients in high risk categories and is aware of potential hazards. Is able to follow agreed protocol to minimise risk to self and others.
8. Is aware of the clinical conditions and precautions that are necessary for sample quality to be maintained during the venepuncture procedure. This includes site selection, correct use of tourniquet and selection of blood sample bottles.
9. Ensures that blood sample bottles are accurately labelled in accordance with departmental policies and procedures by following BCSH guidelines.
10. Ensures that clinical samples are correctly packaged for transportation to the laboratory in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Pathology Department.

The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust is the largest orthopaedic hospital in the UK and a global leader in our field. We provide a dynamic working environment where we support frontline staff to implement improvements so that we can realise our vision of being a world leading neuro musculoskeletal hospital providing the best patient care and staff experience in the NHS, delivering world leading research, and offering a strong foundation of education, training and career progression. Our dedicated staff come from diverse backgrounds, and our patients benefit from the wide range of experience they bring to the Trust. The RNOH brings unrivalled expertise together in one place allowing us to deliver some of the world’s most complex and innovative care to our patients

Our aim is to remain a world-leading orthopaedic hospital with the best patient care and staff experience in the NHS. To do this, we have four core values that underpin everything that we do. We use our values
- to help ensure that we are always focused on the things that our staff and patients believe are most important:

- Patients first, always
- Excellence, in all we do
- Trust, honesty and respect, for each other
- Equality, for all

Other Responsibilities1. Demonstrates excellent personal communication and team working skills.
2. Complies with the requirement to practice within data protection and confidentiality guidelines.
3. Attends departmental and Trust-wide staff meetings as appropriate.
4. Is aware of the limitations of the phlebotomy remit and can refer problems or anomalies as appropriate

GENERAL 1. This job description is not meant to be exhaustive and may be changed following consultation with the post holder.
2. Any other duties, which may be requested by the manager in order to facilitate the smooth running of the department.
3. You are required to take reasonable care for the Health and Safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work and to ensure that statutory and departmental regulations are adhered to.