139317 Phlebotomist

1 month ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom NHS Scotland Full time

To support GP practices across West Lothian to carry out Long Term Condition management by obtaining blood samples, as requested, from patients by venepuncture ensuring patient and personal safety through adherence to Divisional Protocols, Protocols, Policies and Procedures and relevant Health and Safety legislation at all times. To ensure correct labeling of blood samples in preparation for being forwarded to the laboratory for testing.

To Obtain BP, pulse, height, weight measurements (Biometrics) and Record correctly and appropriately in patient records using EMIS or Vision.

To carry out various tasks to support GP practices and Community Nursing Teams.

To provide cover in the absence of nursing/medical staff to ensure collections are taken.