About this role
Job summary
The successful candidates will maintain a high standard of phlebotomy practice that is focused on patient care and safety. You will be required to work as part of a team delivering excellent phlebotomy and cannulation service on our wards and clinics and obtain quality blood specimens for testing by the Pathology laboratory.
You will be expected to work closely with members of the medical and nursing staff as well as with our patients. You must demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to work autonomously while prioritising workloads.
Please note previous applications within 6 months might not be considered.
Main duties of the job
Duties:
CannulationCollection of quality blood samples from patientsEnsuring that blood samples are delivered safely and efficiently to pathologyGenerating blood request forms from CernerContributing to keeping the clinical area clean and tidy, maintaining a safe working environmentReporting incidents and any issues regarding safety and quality to the managerParticipating in the collection of dataFiling and clerical duties
Requirements:
GCSE in English grade C or above or equivalentNVQ level 3 in care related subject would be an advantageGood communication skills, both verbal and writtenRelevant phlebotomy and cannulation experience is essentialExcellent organisation and customer service skillsAble to work effectively as part of a teamAbility to prioritise own workloadParticipation in the late evening, weekend and bank holiday rota
As this post is a part time position, please be advised that this may impact eligibility for the trust to provide sponsorship.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education and Professional Qualifications Essential
GCSE Level or Equivalent Cannulation Certificate Phlebotomy Certificate
Desirable
C&G 7307 or Equivalent
Experience Essential
Relevant phlebotomy experience Relevant cannulation experience
Skills and aptitudes Essential
Good interpersonal and communication skills Ability to adhere to standard operating procedures Ability to work unsupervised and use initiative Ability to organize workloads effectively Flexible attitude to working hours Ability to work in a team Ability to prioritise own work
Personal qualities and attributes Essential
Flexible approach to work Participation in weekend rota Ability to work unsupervised and use initiative Self motivated
Others Essential
Commitment to self development
Royal Free World Class Values Essential
Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address Royal Free Hospital
Pond St
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)