Phlebotomist

Job summary We are seeking a compassionate and dedicatedPhlebotomist to join our team.
In this role.
If you are passionateabout providing high-quality care and making a positive impact on the lives ofothers, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Phlebotomist.
Main duties of the job Working under the directionof the lead nurse and as part of the practice multidisciplinary team, the postholder will be responsible for performing venepuncture, as requested by theclinical team, to the entitled patient population.
In addition, the Phlebotomist will beexpected to support the nursing team on an as required basis About us Churchmere Medical Group is a forward thinking GP practice in a semi-rural location.You will be part of a large team made up of 7 GP Partners, 1 Managing Partner, 9 Salaried GP's, 3 Healthcare Assistants, 2 GP Assistants, 11 Practice Nurses and 1 Mental Health Practitioner.Our non-clinical team is made up of our Management Team, Dispensary, Administration/Secretarial Team, Patient Services Advisors, Performance Team and Social Prescribing Team.We also have a Medicines Management Team consisting of our Practice Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians, Prescriptions Administrators and Medicines Management Administrators.
Job description Job responsibilities Job ResponsibilitiesPrimaryKey ResponsibilitiesObtainingpatient consent for the collection of a blood samplePerformingvenepuncture in accordance with practice protocolsThecorrect labelling, packaging and storing of samplesEnsuringsamples are sent to the laboratory in a timely mannerMaintainingaccurate patient records on the EMIS systemCarryout baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature,pulse rate, height, weight, BMI and record findings accuratelyUrinalysisMaintainingeffective liaison with Churchmere Medical Group staffWorkingcollaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary forpatient related mattersSecondaryResponsibilitiesIn addition to the primary responsibilities, thePhlebotomist may be requested toParticipatein practice audit as directed by a member of the practice management teamParticipatein local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient careSupportand participate in shared learning within the practiceCompleteopening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant qualification in venepuncture Good Standard of education Desirable Evidence of a commitment to continuing professional development Skills and Abilities Essential Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Effective time management (planning and organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Competent in the use of Office and Outlook Ability to plan, communicate and implement Desirable Experience of EMIS / Docman practice IT systems Demonstrates own reflective practice Confidence to participate in discussions within a multi-disciplinary team Experience Essential Experience of working in a healthcare setting Experience of working with the general public Venepuncture experience Experience of effectively utilising resources Experience of accurately recording clinical notes Desirable Experience of working in a primary care environment A problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required