About this role
Job summary
Are you looking for a new rewarding position working alongside a fantastically supportive team who consistently rate their job satisfaction highly?
We are looking for a Phlebotomist to join our very well-established All Age Eating Disorders Service . We have a part time (22.5 hours per week) vacancy to work 3 days a week - Wed - Friday.
You will play an important role, under the guidance of a qualified GP, providing and delivering phlebotomy, ECG and routine physical monitoring to child and adult patients referred to eating disorders and mental health services. You will provide quality, care and support which enables patients to be supported with a recovery focus throughout their care episode, whilst promoting independence and protecting choice, dignity, privacy, and safety. All necessary training will be provided.
Our service covers the county of Berkshire.
Requirement for the role is to work on a Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be required to perform a range of venepuncture techniques and will work without direct supervision. The postholder will be required to perform ECG and other routine physical monitoring observations. The postholder is required to liaise with clinicians, other healthcare professionals including laboratory staff, with patients and their representatives and with commercial suppliers.
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:
Caring for and about you is our top priority Committed to providing good quality, safe services Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:
Flexible working options to support work-life balance 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell Generous NHS pension scheme Excellent learning and career development opportunities 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave Free parking across Trust sites
Job description Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role:
Compassion towards people struggling with eating disorders and mental health difficulties, and a heartfelt desire to help others. Resilience which enables you to work in a fast-paced and at times demanding NHS environment. Commitment to your colleagues and the ability to support each other, muck inand pull together as a team Creativity and innovation as you will be a part of a team which prides itself on adapting quickly and innovatively to change and challenges For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.
Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.
In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.
Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to contactKalyar Theinvia email: [email protected] wholl be delighted to help.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training Essential
GCSE English or equivalent GCSE Maths or equivalent
Desirable
European Computer Driving Licence
Continuous Professional Development Desirable
Fully trained in phlebotomy procedures. Trained in ECG administration.
Previous Experience Desirable
Experience equivalent to NVQ Level 3 Able to perform phlebotomy procedures without direct supervision. Previous Laboratory work experience Work experience in a healthcare environment
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential
Ability to work accurately and quickly in an organised Manner with attention to detail. A good level of computer literacy Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work both as part of a team and individually. Ability to deal with difficult situations and resolve conflict. Good telephone manner
Additional Requirements Essential
Ability to travel to multiple sites Ability to work well under pressure. Sound understanding of health and safety requirements. Awareness of data protection and confidentiality issues Able to maintain professional standards of dress and conduct in line with Trust policies Must comply with Trust requirements for health. Willingness to be flexible and vary working patterns in accordance with the needs of the service. Ability to drive and have access to a car for work purposes
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 Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address Wokingham Hospital, 41 Barkham Road, Wokingham RG41 2RE
41 Barkham Road
Wokingham
RG41 2RE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)