Huntcliff Surgery

Health Care Assistant/ Phlebotomist

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as a part time Phlebotomist at Huntcliff Surgery due to the internal promotion of the existing post holder. The hours of work will be Monday 8.30am to 4pm and Tuesday to Thursday 12.30pm to 4pm

We are located in the picturesque Victorian seaside town of Saltburn-by-the-Sea and are committed to delivering a high quality standard of care to our patients whilst cultivating a positive, cohesive working environment.

We regularly receive excellent feedback from those attending the Practice.

Main duties of the job

Working under the direction of the lead 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.

About us

Successful Training Practice;

Growing list size 10,200 patients;

4 GP Partners and a salaried GP;

1 wte Advanced Nurse Practitioner and 2.2wte Nurse Practitioners.

Excellent nursing, reception and admin staff support. Positive comments received about the atmosphere and quality of staff;

**We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible **

Details

Date posted

23 March 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11 to £11.15 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0294-24-0008

Job locations

18 Bath Street

Saltburn-by-the-Sea

Cleveland

TS12 1BJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample

Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols

Maintaining accurate patient records on EMIS clinical system

The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples

Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies

Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner

Maintaining an effective liaison with the laboratory staff at South Tees Foundation Trust.

Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample

Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols

Maintaining accurate patient records on EMIS clinical system

The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples

Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies

Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner

Maintaining an effective liaison with the laboratory staff at South Tees Foundation Trust.

Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Relevant qualification in venepuncture
  • Good standard of general education

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working with the general public
  • Experience of working in a healthcare setting

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a primary care environment

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
  • Clear, polite telephone manner
  • Effective time management (planning and organising)
  • Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure

Desirable

  • EMIS user skills
  • Competent in Outlook and Office

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Polite and confident
  • Flexible and cooperative
  • Motivated
  • High levels of integrity and loyalty
  • Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
  • Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations
  • Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
  • Effectively utilise resources
  • Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Relevant qualification in venepuncture
  • Good standard of general education

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working with the general public
  • Experience of working in a healthcare setting

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a primary care environment

Skills

Essential

  • Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
  • Clear, polite telephone manner
  • Effective time management (planning and organising)
  • Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure

Desirable

  • EMIS user skills
  • Competent in Outlook and Office

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Polite and confident
  • Flexible and cooperative
  • Motivated
  • High levels of integrity and loyalty
  • Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
  • Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations
  • Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
  • Effectively utilise resources
  • Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort

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

Huntcliff Surgery

Address

18 Bath Street

Saltburn-by-the-Sea

Cleveland

TS12 1BJ


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Huntcliff Surgery

Address

18 Bath Street

Saltburn-by-the-Sea

Cleveland

TS12 1BJ


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Business Manager

Amanda Short

amanda.short3@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

23 March 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11 to £11.15 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0294-24-0008

Job locations

18 Bath Street

Saltburn-by-the-Sea

Cleveland

TS12 1BJ


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