Job summary
Working under the direction of the
Nurse Lead 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
Perform blood collection from patients
Label and process blood samples accurately
Maintain strict infection control and safety standards
Ensure patient comfort and provide reassurance during procedures
Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
Work closely with healthcare staff
About us
We are a large, busy, centrally located GP surgery in Brighton with a list size of 12,000 patients. We offer a wide range of health services including a Young Persons Sexual Health clinic, First Contact Physiotherapist, and Wellbeing teams.
We have a large clinical team consisting of GPs, ANPs, Practice Nurses, Health Care assistants, and a Mental Health Nurse,who cover all aspects of Primary Care for our patient population.
We strive to create a positive atmosphere for our staff to work in, and provide a supportive environment.
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:
- Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample
- Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols
- Maintaining accurate patient records on the clinical IT system and ensuring specimens are ready for onward transportation
- 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 effective liaison with the NHS Trust laboratory staff
- Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters
- Being an integral part of the general practice team
- Acting as a chaperone as required
- Ensuring clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the organisations IPC Policy
- Working 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
- Supporting the administrative team on an as-required basis
- Undertaking all mandatory training and induction programmes
- Contributing to and embracing the spectrum of clinical governance
- Maintaining a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times
- Attending 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
Wider responsibilities
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Phlebotomist has the following wider responsibilities:
- Participating in any audits as directed
- Participating in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
- Supporting and participating in shared learning
- Completing opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota
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:
- Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample
- Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols
- Maintaining accurate patient records on the clinical IT system and ensuring specimens are ready for onward transportation
- 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 effective liaison with the NHS Trust laboratory staff
- Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters
- Being an integral part of the general practice team
- Acting as a chaperone as required
- Ensuring clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the organisations IPC Policy
- Working 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
- Supporting the administrative team on an as-required basis
- Undertaking all mandatory training and induction programmes
- Contributing to and embracing the spectrum of clinical governance
- Maintaining a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times
- Attending 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
Wider responsibilities
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Phlebotomist has the following wider responsibilities:
- Participating in any audits as directed
- Participating in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
- Supporting and participating in shared learning
- Completing opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant qualification in venepuncture
- Good standard of general education
- There may need to be proof of any courses or training qualifications commensurate with the post
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Able to perform venepuncture
- Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to colleagues
- Understanding of safeguarding adults and children
- Ability to follow legal, ethical and clinical policy and procedure
- Knowledge of and ability to work to key policies and procedures
- Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity
- Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Excellent communication skills and effective in communicating and understanding patient needs
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Flexible and cooperative
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
- Occupational Health clearance
Desirable
- Has worked in a primary care environment
- Understanding of infection prevention and control measures
- Clinical IT system user skills and the ability to record accurate clinical notes
- Broad knowledge of clinical governance
- Chaperone procedure
- Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure
- Competent in the use of MS Office and Outlook
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- Good organisational skills
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- Effectively utilise resources
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant qualification in venepuncture
- Good standard of general education
- There may need to be proof of any courses or training qualifications commensurate with the post
- Experience of working with the general public
- Experience of working in a healthcare setting
- Able to perform venepuncture
- Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to colleagues
- Understanding of safeguarding adults and children
- Ability to follow legal, ethical and clinical policy and procedure
- Knowledge of and ability to work to key policies and procedures
- Ability to use own initiative, discretion, and sensitivity
- Able to get along with people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyles and diversity
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Excellent communication skills and effective in communicating and understanding patient needs
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Flexible and cooperative
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
- Occupational Health clearance
Desirable
- Has worked in a primary care environment
- Understanding of infection prevention and control measures
- Clinical IT system user skills and the ability to record accurate clinical notes
- Broad knowledge of clinical governance
- Chaperone procedure
- Demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and work well under pressure
- Competent in the use of MS Office and Outlook
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- Good organisational skills
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- Effectively utilise resources
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
