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Blood Collection Specialist
2 months ago
Position Overview
The selected candidate will operate under the guidance of the clinical nursing team, adhering strictly to established practice or national protocols and guidelines.
The Blood Collection Specialist will be tasked with performing venepuncture to acquire blood specimens from patients, based solely on direct referrals from a General Practitioner or nurse practitioner.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support and execute routine activities related to patient care in collaboration with other nursing team members and as instructed by General Practitioners.
- Ensure patient comfort and relaxation while confirming their consent for blood sample collection.
- Collect blood samples in accordance with established training and procedures.
- Store samples in suitable containers.
- Label all samples accurately and legibly to verify patient identity.
- Verify patient identification against the request from the General Practitioner/nurse and confirm with the patient whenever feasible.
- Document the collection of blood samples in the patient record following practice protocols.
- Ensure timely dispatch of samples to the designated laboratories.
- Report any discrepancies to a senior staff member.
- Inform the General Practitioner/nurse of any significant patient concerns.
- Collaborate with and support the administrative team members.
Confidentiality Commitment
In the process of providing care, patients share sensitive information regarding their health and personal matters. They do so with the expectation that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.
During the execution of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information pertaining to patients, their caregivers, practice staff, and other healthcare professionals.
All such information from any source is to be treated as strictly confidential. Information regarding patients, caregivers, colleagues, or the practice's business operations may only be disclosed to authorized individuals in accordance with the practice's confidentiality policies and procedures.
Health & Safety Responsibilities
- The post-holder will implement and oversee a comprehensive range of health and safety and infection control measures as defined by the practice.
- Be aware of national standards for infection control and cleanliness, as well as regulatory, contractual, and professional requirements.
- Ensure the proper and safe management of the specimen process, including collection, labeling, handling, and storage.
- Manage and maintain Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the practice, ensuring availability and correct usage by staff.
- Promote hand hygiene practices.
- Actively observe current practices related to infection control and cleanliness, ensuring adherence to procedures.
- Safely manage sharps procedures, including training, usage, storage, and disposal.
- Maintain a tidy, clean, and sterile work environment, free from hazards, and initiate corrective actions when necessary.
- Identify, report, and rectify health and safety hazards immediately upon recognition.
- Keep work areas and patient areas clean and sterile, identifying issues and risks in other areas of the practice.
- Participate in periodic infection control training.
- Manage spillage control procedures and training.
- Oversee decontamination control procedures and equipment maintenance.
- Maintain sterile environments.
Personal and Professional Development
The post-holder will engage in any training programs implemented by the practice as part of their employment, which will include:
- Participation in an annual individual performance review, taking responsibility for maintaining a record of personal and professional development.
- Taking ownership of their development, learning, and performance, and demonstrating skills to others in similar roles.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential:
- Exceptional communication abilities.
- Strong IT proficiency.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a team.
- Good interpersonal skills.
Desirable:
- Experience with EMIS software.
Experience
Essential:
- Experience working with the general public.
- Experience in a healthcare environment.
Desirable:
- Experience in primary care settings.
- Experience in a General Practitioner practice.
Qualifications
Essential:
- Certification in venepuncture.
- Good educational background.
Desirable:
- NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care.
- Care Certificate.
