About this role
Job summary
Working under the direct supervision of the Practice Nurse Phlebotomy Lead and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the phlebotomist will work within a team of experienced staff who provide phlebotomy services under a locally commissioned service at both Beccles Medical Centre and Cutlers Hill Surgery.
Main duties of the job
Obtain blood samples from patients in support of laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Perform a variety of routine blood drawing procedures, to include venepuncture, using standard equipment.
Participate in the delivery of new warfarin monitoring service under the supervision of other clinicians.
Interact directly with patient to obtain information for laboratory records, explain procedures, allay fears, and elicit cooperation.
Ensure that the patient is comfortable and as relaxed as possible and confirm their agreement to collection of a blood sample.
Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity
Check patient identification against System 1 records
Record collection of blood sample in the patients record using correct templates
Ensure samples are stored appropriately
Ensure samples are picked up by laboratory in a timely fashion
Ensure that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff
Notify the GP/Relevant clinician of any significant patients issues
Managing and using equipment safely and in accordance with agreed procedures in place.
About us
Beccles Medical Centre is an established GP surgery, in the Suffolk market-town of Beccles. The Practice has a list size of approximately 20,000 patients. We have 6 Partners, and just over 100 additional staff. We are a GP Training practice and also host other students studying at the nearby University of East Anglia. We work very closely with our PCN. Our mission is to provide high quality healthcare with respect and compassion, ensuring that the patients are at the heart of everything we do
Job description Job responsibilities
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Obtain blood samples from patients in support of laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
Perform a variety of routine blood drawing procedures, to include venepuncture, using standard equipment.
Participate in the delivery of new warfarin monitoring service under the supervision of other clinicians.
Interact directly with patient to obtain information for laboratory records, explain procedures, allay fears, and elicit cooperation.
Ensure that the patient is comfortable and as relaxed as possible and confirm their agreement to collection of a blood sample.
Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity
Check patient identification against System 1 records
Record collection of blood sample in the patients record using correct templates
Ensure samples are stored appropriately
Ensure samples are picked up by laboratory in a timely fashion
Ensure that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff
Notify the GP/Relevant clinician of any significant patients issues
Managing and using equipment safely and in accordance with agreed procedures in place.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
The post holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:
Communicate effectively with other team members
Communicate effectively with patients and carers
Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly
POLICY & SERVICE RESPONSIBILITY
The post holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, including:
An annual individual performance review
Mandatory training as set out and agreed by Beccles Medical Centre
Agreed training that is essential to the role.
They will also ensure that will adhere to practice policies and follow procedures in place. Raising concerns or updates as necessary.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous convictions.
ADMINISTRATIVE / MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Working within System 1 and managing administration for the role as required.
No managerial responsibility.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
Relevant qualification in Venepuncture (Essential)
GCSE Grade c or above in Maths or English (or equivalent grades will be accepted.) (Essential)
Experience in working in a Primary Care environment using System One (Desirable)
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Relevant qualification in Venepuncture GCSE Grade c or above in Maths or English (or equivalent grades will be accepted.)
Desirable
Experience in working in a Primary Care environment using System One
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Beccles Medical Centre
Address St. Marys Road
Beccles
Suffolk
NR34 9NX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.becclesmedical.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)