Phlebotomist

Job summary

We are advertising for a full time post working hours over 7 days at any of the phlebotomy locations, primarily Telford, Monday-Friday, hours per day between Phlebotomy operating hours, following a rotational Rota for weekends and bank holidays.

Phlebotomy operating hours currently are: 08:00-17:00 Monday-Friday 08:00-12:00 noon Saturday's, Sunday's and bank holidays. These hours are currently under review and could be subject to change in the future.

The successful candidates must have knowledge of venepuncture, should have excellent communication skills, be able to work under pressure with the ability to record data accurately, have an approachable nature and the ability to fulfil the travel requirements.

Full and extensive departmental training will be given. Shifts will vary according to service needs so flexibility is essential.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will be part of a team that provides a phlebotomy service to The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust.

Duties will include -

Collection of blood samples by venepuncture from adults in The community, ward and outpatient setting. Collection of blood samples by venepuncture from children age 12 months and over in outpatients or children's clinics. Recording and labelling of samples. Delivery of samples to the laboratory: by hand, via the hospital vacuum air tube system, by portering staff and transport systems.

About us

As an organisation we strive to provide high quality, safe care for our patients in an environment which our staff are proud to work in. We believe that by adhering to our Vision ("To provide excellent care for the communities we serve") and working with our Trust Values in mind (Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, Trusted) we can achieve the right results for the people that matter most - our patients and their families.

At present we have 40 Phlebotomists working across 4 sites. We provide a safe booking appointment system at The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford (PRH), The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (RSH) , the Community Diagnostic Centre, Telfors and Whitchurch Community Hospital.

We cover inpatients (PRH/RSH only) and outpatients at all 4 sites, providing a service for both GP's and consultants.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

Good general level of education - GCSEs including Maths, English at grades 9 - 4 or equivalent Knowledge of venepuncture

Desirable

Paediatric Venepuncture experience

Work experience

Essential

Some knowledge of venepuncture

Desirable

Some experience working in a hospital

Skills

Essential

Good written and verbal skills. Good level of interpersonal skills with all age groups Attention to detail

Desirable

Venepuncture competency certificate First aid at work NVQ

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