Phlebotomist/Health Coach

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)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/Nurse request and confirming with patient whenever possible

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

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

Ensuring that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff

Notifying the GP/Nurse of any significant patient issues

Ordering phlebotomy supplies to ensure constant supply

Checking clinical rooms to ensure all supplies are within date and re-stocking where necessary

Checking sharps bins and replacing when full. Sealing and labelling the bins and removing to the clinical waste bin for collection

Recording fridge temperatures and advising a member of the Nurse Team if any anomalies are noted

Liaising with and assisting members of the administrative team in any phlebotomy queries

Conducting QOF reviews using Ardens templates and lifestyle issues addressed

Blood pressure checks

Pulse and temperature checks

Urinalysis

Provision of lifestyle advice to patients and making appropriate referrals within the practice.

Weight management

Smoking advice

Health checks

Chaperoning duties

Liaising with the Cleaning Company regarding stock and ordering when required

Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions

Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being

Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual

Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted

Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a health setting is essential.

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care or general practice setting is desireable.

Qualifications

Essential

• Confirmation of competency in Phlebotomy
• Confirmation of Maths and English qualifications

Desirable

• Qualified in Phlebotomy

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

Vine Surgery Partnership

Address

Hindhayes Lane

Street

Somerset

BA16 0ET

Employer's website

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