Job summary
The Lambert Medical Centre is seeking a skilled and
enthusiastic Phlebotomist to join our dedicated healthcare team in Thirsk. This
is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to
high-quality patient care in a supportive and friendly environment.
Main duties of the job
As a Phlebotomist at the Lambert Medical Centre,
you will be responsible for providing a professional and efficient venepuncture
service to patients attending our practice. You will work as part of our
clinical team to ensure patients receive safe, high-quality care during blood
collection procedures.
About us
Lambert
Medical Centre is a well-established practice offering patient services from
its partnership owned premises in Thirsk town centre, a semi-rural market town.
We offer services to those living in Thirsk and the surrounding villages. We
have a stable patient list size of 8,600 and we dispense medication to
approximately 40% of our list. There is an excellent range of housing and
schools nearby with many local activities and the Yorkshire Moors and Dales on
our doorstep.
We
are a 4 partner GMS practice with an enthusiasm to develop our practice
further. We have a
strong patient focus, with our ethos and values being rooted in delivering care
for our community that we and our families would be happy to receive. We
consider ourselves a forward-thinking practice and enjoy good links with other
organisations. We work in collaboration with our PCN (Hambleton South),
neighbouring practices, our GP Federation and our local community to ensure we
deliver high quality healthcare services in a safe environment which is
welcoming, caring and accessible to all. We are a training practice, and we
also have good links with Hull York Medical School who we partner with to
deliver medical student teaching.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Perform venepuncture and capillary blood sampling on patients of all ages in accordance with best practice guidelines
- Prepare patients for blood collection procedures, explaining processes clearly and providing reassurance
- Accurately label specimens and complete all necessary documentation and request forms
- Ensure safe handling, storage, and transportation of blood samples to laboratories
- Maintain accurate patient records using the practice's clinical system
- Adhere strictly to infection control and health and safety protocols
- Maintain and monitor phlebotomy equipment and stock levels
- Support other clinical staff with specimen collection as required
- Participate in practice meetings and training sessions
- Keep up to date with mandatory training (BLS, IPC)
- Follow safeguarding procedures and escalate concerns appropriately
- Maintain patient confidentiality at all times in accordance with GDPR and Caldicott principles
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Perform venepuncture and capillary blood sampling on patients of all ages in accordance with best practice guidelines
- Prepare patients for blood collection procedures, explaining processes clearly and providing reassurance
- Accurately label specimens and complete all necessary documentation and request forms
- Ensure safe handling, storage, and transportation of blood samples to laboratories
- Maintain accurate patient records using the practice's clinical system
- Adhere strictly to infection control and health and safety protocols
- Maintain and monitor phlebotomy equipment and stock levels
- Support other clinical staff with specimen collection as required
- Participate in practice meetings and training sessions
- Keep up to date with mandatory training (BLS, IPC)
- Follow safeguarding procedures and escalate concerns appropriately
- Maintain patient confidentiality at all times in accordance with GDPR and Caldicott principles
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Professional, caring, and empathetic approach to patient care.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing service needs.
- Commitment to maintaining professional standards.
Qualifications
Essential
- Phlebotomy training certificate or equivalent qualification.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2/3 in Healthcare or equivalent qualification
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience working as a Phlebotomist in a healthcare setting.
- Experience of venepuncture and capillary blood sampling techniques.
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures and infection control.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in general practice or primary care.
- Knowledge of SystmOne clinical system or similar.
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Excellent venepuncture technique with high success rates.
- Strong understanding of specimen handling and storage requirements.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, particularly those who are anxious or needle-phobic.
- Good IT skills and ability to use clinical computer systems.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
- Experience of working with diverse patient populations
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Professional, caring, and empathetic approach to patient care.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing service needs.
- Commitment to maintaining professional standards.
Qualifications
Essential
- Phlebotomy training certificate or equivalent qualification.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2/3 in Healthcare or equivalent qualification
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience working as a Phlebotomist in a healthcare setting.
- Experience of venepuncture and capillary blood sampling techniques.
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures and infection control.
Desirable
- Previous experience working in general practice or primary care.
- Knowledge of SystmOne clinical system or similar.
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Excellent venepuncture technique with high success rates.
- Strong understanding of specimen handling and storage requirements.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, particularly those who are anxious or needle-phobic.
- Good IT skills and ability to use clinical computer systems.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
- Experience of working with diverse patient populations
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.
