About this role
Job summary
Surrey Heath Community Providers is looking for an experienced Phlebotomist with Healthcare assistant experience to join our practice based at Upper Gordon Road Surgery
Main duties of the job
The following are the core responsibilities of this role. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels.
Phlebotomy Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately Accurately measure and record clinical measurements such as height, weight and waist measurements To undertake NHS health checks Perform ECGs Support the practice nursing team with wound care/ dressing Ensure timely and accurate recording of clinical information and patient interventions on relevant electronic database systems (e.g. EMIS) Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising the need for alternative methods of communication to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communicating. Provide and communicate relevant health promotion literature and lifestyle advice to patients Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with IPC policy Work as an effective and responsible team member, supporting others and exploring mechanisms to develop new ways of working. Support the PCN with health promotion programmes as appropriate To carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by a manager to ensure quality of service.
About us
Surrey Heath Community Providers Ltd is a federation of 7 GP practices across 10 sites, serving over 104,000 patients across Surrey Heath. Within our federation, we hold the GMS contract for Upper Gordon Road Surgerya highly regarded, patient-centred practice with a list size of 11,000+.
The practice is supported by a strong, diverse and experienced clinical team, including:
Ten Salaried GPsClinical PharmacistsParamedicsAn Advanced Nurse PractitionerA dedicated Nursing teamHealthcare AssistantsAlongside the onsite team, the practice benefits from the federations central management support across operations, HR, finance, governance and senior clinical leadership creating a resilient collaborative environment that enables clinicians to focus on delivering high-quality patient care.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see supporting documents for a full job description, person specification and list of responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
GCSE Maths and English (C and above) or equivalent Phlebotomy certification
Desirable
Six months of relevant experience working in a primary care environment in the last two years Care Certificate Relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent
Skills Essential
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels including with patients, carers, specialist services, GPs and colleagues Good technical literacy with e.g. Word, Excel, and experience using a clinical system such as EMIS Able to work independently and manage own workload Able to build strong professional relationships Understanding of social determinants of health and how these can be addressed with patients
Experience Essential
Experience of working with healthcare professionals and/or previous experience in the NHS or social care Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholder or individuals to meet specified outcomes Experience providing advice/signposting Knowledge of safeguarding interventions and an awareness of the Mental Capacity Act
Desirable
Experience using a patient clinical system such as EMIS Knowledge of a range of local community groups which support wellbeing
Personal Qualities: Essential
Ability to motivate people Able to travel locally as required Passionate about combatting disadvantage and inequality in healthcare Able to work as part of a team
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 Surrey Heath Community Providers Ltd
Address 37 Upper Gordon Road
Camberley
Surrey
GU15 2HJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.surreyheathcommunityproviders.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)