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Phlebotomist

Tyntesfield Medical Group

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Job summary

15hrs per week, Tuesday & Wednesday, 7.5hrs per day

Based at Brockway Medical Centre Tuesday, Backwell Medical Centre, Wednesday.

The successful candidate will be responsible for running daily phlebotomy clinics. They will also be required to ensure all samples that require hospital analysis are correctly labelled, logged have the necessary completed paperwork and are ready in time for collection by the courier. Previous experience desirable but not essential as full training, support and guidance will be provided.

They will be enthusiastic, motivated, have excellent communication skills and work well within a team.

Main duties of the job

The purpose of the role is to work under the direct supervision of the Senior HCA(s) / Lead Nurse(s) and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the post-holder will be responsible for performing venepuncture to obtain blood samples from patients only as the result of a direct referral from a GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner.

About us

Tyntesfield Medical Group in North Somerset is a 12 Partner General Practice with a patient list size currently of around 33,000 split across four sites: Tower House Medical Centre, Brockway Medical Centre, Backwell Medical Centre, and Long Ashton Surgery.

We are a friendly and accessible team providing excellent healthcare in our community. We provide a professional, safe supportive and efficient working environment for everyone in the practice. We are a forward-thinking organisation with a strong emphasis on teamwork and patient-centred care.

Date posted

11 August 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0519-23-0009

Job locations

Brockway Medical Centre

8 Brockway

Nailsea

Bristol

BS48 1BZ


Backwell Medical Centre

15 West Town Road

Backwell

Bristol

BS48 3HA


Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and confirming their agreement to the collection of a blood sample

Collection of sample(s) of blood in accordance with training and procedures

Ensuring samples are stored in appropriate containers

Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity

Checking patient identification against GP/ANP request and confirming with patient whenever possible

Recording collection of blood sample in patient record in accordance with practice procedure

Accurately document all consultations on the patients computer record

Ensuring that samples are dispatched to the appropriate laboratories in a timely fashion

Book follow up appointments when required

Act as chaperone for doctors when required

General Treatment room assistance as required

To obtain and document informed consent (either verbal or written)

Ensure that infection control guidelines are maintained

Work as a member of the wider practice team

Manage and organise individual patient consultations

Promptly report back to the senior HCA any anomalies, incidents, complaints, accidents, significant patient issues etc

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and confirming their agreement to the collection of a blood sample

Collection of sample(s) of blood in accordance with training and procedures

Ensuring samples are stored in appropriate containers

Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity

Checking patient identification against GP/ANP request and confirming with patient whenever possible

Recording collection of blood sample in patient record in accordance with practice procedure

Accurately document all consultations on the patients computer record

Ensuring that samples are dispatched to the appropriate laboratories in a timely fashion

Book follow up appointments when required

Act as chaperone for doctors when required

General Treatment room assistance as required

To obtain and document informed consent (either verbal or written)

Ensure that infection control guidelines are maintained

Work as a member of the wider practice team

Manage and organise individual patient consultations

Promptly report back to the senior HCA any anomalies, incidents, complaints, accidents, significant patient issues etc

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Demonstrates a good standard of written and spoken English

Desirable

  • Minimum of 3 GCSE's or equivalent Grade C/4 or above

Experience

Essential

  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Ability to work independantly under the supervision of the Senior HCA/Lead Nurse

Desirable

  • Previous experience in venepuncture
  • Ability to take blood samples within agreed procedures
  • Experience in Primary Care

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to put patients at ease
  • Good keyboard / IT skills - literate with Microsoft Word and Outlook

Desirable

  • Understanding of medical terminology
  • Knowledge of infection control policies
  • Understanding of EMIS

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Accuracy
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Trustworthy and reliable
  • To be caring and have a warm friendly nature

Desirable

  • Hold a full driving licence - car owner
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Demonstrates a good standard of written and spoken English

Desirable

  • Minimum of 3 GCSE's or equivalent Grade C/4 or above

Experience

Essential

  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Ability to work independantly under the supervision of the Senior HCA/Lead Nurse

Desirable

  • Previous experience in venepuncture
  • Ability to take blood samples within agreed procedures
  • Experience in Primary Care

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to put patients at ease
  • Good keyboard / IT skills - literate with Microsoft Word and Outlook

Desirable

  • Understanding of medical terminology
  • Knowledge of infection control policies
  • Understanding of EMIS

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Accuracy
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Trustworthy and reliable
  • To be caring and have a warm friendly nature

Desirable

  • Hold a full driving licence - car owner

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

Tyntesfield Medical Group

Address

Brockway Medical Centre

8 Brockway

Nailsea

Bristol

BS48 1BZ


Employer's website

https://www.tyntesfield.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Tyntesfield Medical Group

Address

Brockway Medical Centre

8 Brockway

Nailsea

Bristol

BS48 1BZ


Employer's website

https://www.tyntesfield.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

HR Manager

Katina Harris

bnssg.tyntesfield.hr@nhs.net

Date posted

11 August 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0519-23-0009

Job locations

Brockway Medical Centre

8 Brockway

Nailsea

Bristol

BS48 1BZ


Backwell Medical Centre

15 West Town Road

Backwell

Bristol

BS48 3HA


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