About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced phlebotomist to join our well-established Nursing Team. The team currently consists of 2 Advanced Care Practitioners, 3 Practice Nurses, 1 Nurse Associate and 4 Healthcare Assistants. We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring phlebotomist to further enhance the team and join our busy but friendly GP practice. A team player with good clinical skills an an interest in further training and personal development are vital.
Main duties of the job
You will work under the direct supervision of the practice nurse leads and will follow specific practice guidelines and protocols at all times. You will be responsible for performing venepuncture to obtain blood samples from patients that have been booked directly into your clinic for diagnostic testing. Key duties include preparing patients for blood draws, ensuring correct labelling and handling of samples, maintaining accurate records, and following infection control and safety procedures. The role requires excellent patient care skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively within the nursing team. Administrative support tasks may also be required, depending on thepractice needs.
About us
Cambrian Medical Centre is a busy but friendly GP Practice within the North Shropshire Primary Care Network, with approximately 13,000 patients. We are proud to have a great clinical and administrative team working together to achieve the highest quality of care for our patients.
Job description Job responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities:
Obtaining patient consent for the collection of blood ssample.
Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols.
Maintaining accurate patient records.
The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples.
Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner.
Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters.
Secondary Responsibilities:
Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery with patient care.
Support and participate in shared learning within the practice.
Administrative support tasks may also be required, depending on the practice needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Relevant qualification in Phlebotomy. GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths.
Experience Essential
Experience as a Phlebotomist. Experience of working within a nursing team.
Desirable
Experience of working in a GP Practice.
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 Cambrian Medical Centre
Address Thomas Savin Road
Oswestry
Shropshire
SY11 1GA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cambriansurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)