Job summary
We are looking for a skilled and patient-focused Phlebotomist or Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly and forward-thinking GP practice. This is a key role supporting both our clinical team and our patients, helping ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality care every day.
Working Hours:
Monday: 8am to 4.30pm
Thursday: 8am to 4.30pm
Main duties of the job
You will support the clinical team by providing high-quality, patient-centred care, including blood testing and routine clinical observations. You will contribute to chronic disease and vaccination clinics, ensuring patients are seen efficiently and safely.
Working closely with nurses, GPs and administrative staff, you will help maintain smooth patient flow, accurate clinical records and high standards of infection control, playing an important role in the day-to-day delivery of primary care services.
About us
We are a busy and well-established GP practice providing high-quality primary care to our local community. Our team is made up of GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, administrative and management staff who work closely together to deliver safe, efficient and compassionate care.
We pride ourselves on being supportive, organised and forward-thinking, with a strong focus on teamwork, development and patient experience. Staff are encouraged to share ideas, learn new skills and take pride in the service they provide. We offer a friendly working environment where people are valued, supported and given the opportunity to grow.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Obtain informed consent from patients prior to procedures
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Carry out venepuncture in line with practice policies and clinical protocols
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Monitor and record blood pressure and other routine observations
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Support clinics for patients with long-term conditions such as diabetes, asthma and hypertension
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Record all activity accurately on the clinical system and prepare specimens for transport
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Label, package and store samples correctly and safely
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Maintain and use the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies promptly
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Ensure samples are dispatched to the laboratory in a timely manner
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Liaise effectively with NHS Trust laboratory staff when required
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Work closely with the nursing team and seek advice for patient-related concerns
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Act as a chaperone when needed
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Dispose of clinical waste appropriately and manage sharps in line with IPC policy
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Follow national and local protocols and practice procedures
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Adhere to safeguarding policies for adults and children and relevant legislation
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Support the administrative team when required
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Complete all mandatory training and induction
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Contribute to clinical governance activities
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Keep clinical areas clean, safe and well organised
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Attend annual appraisals and participate in ongoing performance and development reviews
Job description
Job responsibilities
Obtain informed consent from patients prior to procedures
-
Carry out venepuncture in line with practice policies and clinical protocols
-
Monitor and record blood pressure and other routine observations
-
Support clinics for patients with long-term conditions such as diabetes, asthma and hypertension
-
Record all activity accurately on the clinical system and prepare specimens for transport
-
Label, package and store samples correctly and safely
-
Maintain and use the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies promptly
-
Ensure samples are dispatched to the laboratory in a timely manner
-
Liaise effectively with NHS Trust laboratory staff when required
-
Work closely with the nursing team and seek advice for patient-related concerns
-
Act as a chaperone when needed
-
Dispose of clinical waste appropriately and manage sharps in line with IPC policy
-
Follow national and local protocols and practice procedures
-
Adhere to safeguarding policies for adults and children and relevant legislation
-
Support the administrative team when required
-
Complete all mandatory training and induction
-
Contribute to clinical governance activities
-
Keep clinical areas clean, safe and well organised
-
Attend annual appraisals and participate in ongoing performance and development reviews
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in primary care
- Experience of working in a GP practice
- Experience of working within a nursing team
- Experience of dealing with vulnerable patients
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in primary care
- Experience of working in a GP practice
- Experience of working within a nursing team
- Experience of dealing with vulnerable patients
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.
