Phlebotomist

Job summary

Are you an experienced Phlebotomist who would like to join our busy, but friendly rural practice?

We are looking for someone who is dynamic, highly motivated and a flexible team player to carry out all duties relating to venepuncture.

Main duties of the job

Working as part of a team, you will be required to undertake venepuncture using technical equipment to safely draw blood from patients; explain the process; reassure and calm as necessary; store samples in the correct environment and send to the laboratory.

Ensure an organised and clean work area; act as a chaperone if necessary.

About us

We are a small, friendly rural Practice situated in a beautiful village.

We are a very busy Practice and the health and well-being of our patients is our main priority.

There is a lot of expertise and knowledge within our Clinical team which consists of GPs, GP Trainees, Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses and a HCSW.

In addition, we have a caring and helpful Patient Navigation / Reception team, a Dispensary team that provides excellent patient services and an efficient Administrative Department.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a newly created position and the successful applicant will support the practice nursing team, working as part of the Practices' multidisciplinary team.

The phlebotomist will undertake all aspects of the venepuncture procedure.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics Qualification in Phlebotomy

Experience

Essential

Experience of working within a healthcare setting Experience of working with the general public

Desirable

Experience of working in a primary care environment Experience of SystmOne

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