About this role
Job summary
Band 2 Phlebotomist, Full and Part Time based at Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mary's Hospital
Part time phlebotomists required, based at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Queen Mary's Hospital and Community sites.
The successful candidate will be part of a team and based at Queen Elizabeth Hospital. However, the candidate will also be required to work cross site and any at any associated outreach clinics within the Trust when required. These include clinics at Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup and various Community sites in Bexley and Greenwich.
The candidate must have at least6 months experience working as a phlebotomist. Experience working on Hospital Wards is essential.
The full-time working hours are normally Monday to Friday, 7.5 hour shifts between the hours of 08:00 and 20:00, part time hours can be agreed to work alongside service needs. The Phlebotomy service also includes weekend and bank holiday duties; therefore, the successful candidate will be expected to participate in these shifts.
For an informal discussion regarding this position, please contact Sue Warren, Phlebotomy Manager, Ruth Iremiren, Deputy Manager or Phlebotomy Supervisors on 0208 836 4997.
For vacancies where a high volume of applications are received, we reserve the right to close the post before the stated closing date. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Main duties of the job
To collect blood samples from patients as requested by an authorised officer, by means of venepuncture, skin puncture or other approved methods. Requests for blood will be for a large variety of routine and special tests, and must be collected into the appropriate tubes.
To communicate effectively and sensitively with patients concerning the phlebotomy procedure, with due respect for the patient's welfare and dignity
About us
Please refer to the Applicant Guide via the link below for key information:- Applying to LGT Guide - Key Information for Applicants
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
- Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
- Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
- Improving the experience of staff with disability
- Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
- Making equalities mainstream
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
To collect blood samples safely and efficiently in accordance with good laboratory practice and trust policies
Key Result Areas & Performance
The post holder will be expected to carry out the following duties under the supervision of qualified staff and in accordance with appropriate standard operating procedures (SOPs), policies and Health and safety guidance:
To communicate effectively and sensitively with patients concerning the phlebotomy procedure, with due respect for the patients welfare and dignity.
To be aware of physical and/or psychological needs of the patient whilst taking blood samples, ensuring that assistance is available as and when necessary.
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Person Specification
Essential
- 6 months experience
Desirable
- Previous hospital experience
Essental
Essential
- 6 months experience working on the wards
Desirable
- Experencience working in the communnity
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
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
London
SE18 4QH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)