Phlebotomist

Job summary

We are looking for a phlebotomist to join our small but effective team. This is a new role in the practice working 3 mornings per week. We are a GP training practice and also train Physician associates and medical students.

The successful candidate will be fully supported both clinically and administratively.

The current working hours are:Mon Wed & Fri

There may be some felxibility with the hours however we are restricted due to room space and the sessions need to be on a morning so the bloods can get to the lab on the same day.

If you would like more information please contact us.

Main duties of the job

The main duties for this role are to provide clinics for pts to attend for to have blood taken as per the test requested.

About us

We are a small strong and supportive team. Staff are very welcoming to new comers. We have a lovely building to work in.

We are close to the town centre for transport connections for anyone who does not drive.

There is on street parking and or pay and display options not far from the practice too.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Dutiesand Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities to beundertaken will include most or all of the items in the following list; howeverduties may be varied from time to time under the direction of the GPs/PracticeManager, dependent on current and evolving practice workload and staffinglevels.

PROFESSIONAL

Phlebotomy

ORGANISATIONAL

Advance preparation blood test request forms for own patients. Clearing and stocking of phlebotomy consumables. Preparing environment and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions including own consulting room and other rooms when assisting with other procedures. Maintain/update patient clinical records using practice templates to ensure all relevant information is captured and coded appropriately. Monitoring and stocking of allocated anaphylaxis pack. Knowledge of practice procedures and work in accordance with written protocols. Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Qualifications/Certificates in phlebotomy

Desirable

Recognised qualification/certificate in other medical procedures/care

Experience

Essential

Experience of dealing with public/patients

Desirable

Experience of working to strict protocols & guidelines Experience of Emis Web clinical system Working with clinical templates and adding read codes Experience of providing other medical services

Knowledge/Skills

Essential

Competent in basic nursing duties required for the post Excellent communication skills Ability to listen and empathise Knowledge of infection control regulations Knowledge of other medical procedures

Desirable

Awareness of QOF indicators

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