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St David’s Clinic

Phlebotomist

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Phlebotomist to join a well-established team. 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 and have the necessary completed paperwork and are ready in time for collection by the courier. Previous experience is desirable.

Hours can open to negotiation.

Main duties of the job

The purpose of the role is to work under the direct supervision of the Senior HCA, Lead Nurse 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

We are a friendly, forward thinking, supportive training practice with 2 branch sites and over 20,000 patients & part of Aneurin Bevan University Health Boards training academy.We are a supportive practice with a friendly multi-disciplinary team of other dedicated and highly skilled healthcare professionals comprising of 6 partners and 5 salaried GPs, Physician Associate, Physiotherapist, ANP, an experienced ACPs who deals with home visits, 2 Pharmacists and a pharmacist technician providing care for patients and their families in a way that we believe is best, delivering high service standards, sharing best practice and actively improving the way we work.

We offer a competitive negotiable package depending on experience, with a competitive annual leave package.

Details

Date posted

22 August 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A2840-PHLEBOTOMIST

Job locations

St. Davids Clinic

Belle Vue Terrace

Newport

Gwent

NP20 2LB


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

Experience

Essential

  • Previous phlebotomy experience
  • Ability to take blood samples within agreed procedures
  • Healthcare experience of working within a nursing team.
  • Ability to work independently under the supervision of the Senior HCA/Lead Nurse
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Previous phlebotomy experience
  • Ability to take blood samples within agreed procedures
  • Healthcare experience of working within a nursing team.
  • Ability to work independently under the supervision of the Senior HCA/Lead Nurse

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

St David’s Clinic

Address

St. Davids Clinic

Belle Vue Terrace

Newport

Gwent

NP20 2LB


Employer's website

https://www.stdavidsclinic.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

St David’s Clinic

Address

St. Davids Clinic

Belle Vue Terrace

Newport

Gwent

NP20 2LB


Employer's website

https://www.stdavidsclinic.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

MRS CAROLINE PODMORE

caroline.podmore@wales.nhs.uk

+441633251133

Details

Date posted

22 August 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A2840-PHLEBOTOMIST

Job locations

St. Davids Clinic

Belle Vue Terrace

Newport

Gwent

NP20 2LB


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