About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an experienced, caring phlebotomist to join our friendly team. The position is for 9 hours a week, worked over 3 mornings, Tues/Weds/Thurs from 9am to 12pm.
Ideally you will have experience of working in a primary care setting.
Main duties of the job
You will need to be able take blood samples professionally and efficiently, ensuring that the patient experiences minimal discomfort. You will follow strict practice protocols ensuring correct procedures are followed to ensure consent is obtained, samples are taken safely using aseptic techniques and are labelled and dealt with correctly.
We are looking for someone who is friendly and approachable with an excellent patient facing manner. You will also need to be a professional and flexible team player.
About us
We are an EMIS practice providing care for approximately 11,000 patients. We are based in Chesham in a modern purpose-built premises with ample on-site parking.
We are a partnership-based training practice with six partners. We have a strong clinical team comprising of a salaried GP, GP trainee and our nursing team (including an ANP, Practice Nurses, Nursing Associate, HCA and GP Assistant). We also have a Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, Physio and Social Prescriber. The clinical teams are supported by our excellent administrative and reception teams.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities
a. To check the identity of the patient, ensure that any special instructions have been followed (eg period of fasting) and to obtain patient consent for the collection of a blood sample
b. To take venous blood in accordance with practice protocols, ensuring adherence to aseptic techniques and ensuring minimum pain and discomfort to the patient
c. Maintaining accurate patient records on EMIS
d. The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples
e. Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies
f. Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner
g. Maintaining an effective liaison with the laboratory staff at BHT
h. Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Phlebotomist may be requested to:
a. Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead
b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
c. Support and participate in shared learning within the practice
d. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education
- Relevant qualification in venepuncture
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP practice
- Knowledge of EMIS
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
The New Surgery, Chesham
Address
The New Surgery
Berkhampstead Road
Chesham
Buckinghamshire
HP5 3EZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.newsurgerychesham.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)