Phlebotomist @ Queensway Medical Centre

Job summary

Working under the direction of the Senior Nurse and as part of the practice multidisciplinary team, the post-holder will be responsible for performing venepuncture, as requested by the clinical team, to the entitled patient population. In addition, the Phlebotomist will be expected to support the nursing team on an as required basis. This organisation will ensure the post-holder has access to appropriate clinical supervision and an appropriate named individual in the organisation to provide general advice and support on a day-to-day basis. The post-holder will be an integral part of the general practice team.

Main duties of the job

The Phlebotomist is responsible for obtaining patient consent and performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols and infection prevention and control requirements. Duties include accurately recording patient information on the clinical IT system, ensuring samples are correctly labelled, stored, logged, packaged and transported to the laboratory in a timely manner. The role involves working collaboratively with the nursing and wider practice team, seeking clinical guidance when required.

Additional responsibilities include acting as a chaperone when required, maintaining a clean and safe clinical environment, managing clinical waste and sharps, and adhering to safeguarding requirements, legislation and practice policies. The postholder will undertake mandatory training, participate in clinical governance and appraisal processes, and provide administrative support when required, depending on workload and staffing needs.

About us

Queensway Medical Centre is a busy, established and forward-thinking GP practice serving a diverse patient population in Wellingborough. We are proud to be part of the local community and work closely with our colleagues across the Wellingborough & District Primary Care Network.

We are a friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team, comprising GP Partners, salaried GPs, advanced practitioners, nurses, healthcare assistants, pharmacy and administrative professionals, supported by experienced reception and management teams.

We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care while continually developing our services to meet the changing needs of our population. We are proactive in areas including QOF, clinical quality, research, service improvement and governance, and encourage our staff to contribute ideas and develop their skills.

Staff wellbeing is important to us, and we aim to create a positive, collaborative working environment where people feel valued and supported. We also recognise the importance of teamwork and regularly provide opportunities for staff to connect and socialise.

This is an exciting time to join Queensway Medical Centre as we continue to develop our practice, services and team for the future.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Phlebotomist in delivering health services. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels

• Perform venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols
• Obtain patient consent for the collection of a blood sample
• Maintain accurate patient records on the clinical IT system and ensure specimens are ready for onward transportation
• Ensure the correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples
• Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies
• Ensure samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner
• Maintain effective liaison with the NHS Trust laboratory staff
• Work collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters
• Be an integral part of the general practice team
• Act as a chaperone as required
• Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins are replaced in accordance with the organisations IPC Policy
• Work within national and local protocols where these exist
• Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on safeguarding adults and safeguarding children
• Support the administrative team on an as-required basis
• Undertake all mandatory training and induction programmes
• Contribute to and embrace the spectrum of clinical governance
• Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times
• Attend a formal appraisal with their manager at least every 12 months. Once a performance/training objective has been set, progress will be reviewed on a regular basis so that new objectives can be agreed

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential requirements
• Evidence of recognised phlebotomy/venepuncture training.
• Demonstrated competency in performing venepuncture.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control.
• Knowledge of safe handling, labelling and transportation of blood specimens.
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
• Awareness of safeguarding adults and children.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate patient records.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures, including sharps disposal.

Desirable

• Desirable requirements
• Level 2 or Level 3 Certificate in Phlebotomy.
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or Healthcare Support.
• Previous experience working as a Phlebotomist.
• Previous experience within a GP practice or NHS setting.
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).
• Basic Life Support training.
• First Aid qualification.
• Experience using clinical IT systems, such as EMIS Web

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

Queensway Medical Centre

Address

Olympic Way

Wellingborough

Northants

NN8 3QE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.queenswaymedicalcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)