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Phlebotomist - Primary Care - Island Health

Island Health

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Job summary

We deliver high quality healthcare in partnership with our patients, in a safe and educational environment where every team member is valued.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and flexible Phlebotomist to joining our nursing team. We are based in the Isle of Dogs catering to over 16,000 patients.

We work closely with four neighbouring practices in the Health Island PCN 8.

The successful candidate should already be qualified and up to date with Phlebotomy skills. Emis web trained would be helpful. IT skills are essential.

Main duties of the job

Working under the direct supervision of the senior practice nurse and 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 nurse practitioner.

About us

Island health is warm and friendly team located in the busy and vibrant docklands area of Tower Hamlets. Our list size has grown by over 4000 patients to 16,000 and continues to grow, we are expanding our team to meet the increased workload.

We are a forward looking teaching and training practice. This role will supplement our multidisciplinary team of clinicians.

Island health has a proven track record in providing training opportunities and is committed to the development of all members of the team. There will be plenty of opportunities for growth and development here.

Date posted

20 December 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Band 3 - salary includes high cost area supplement

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A3378-23-0007

Job locations

Island Health

145 East Ferry Road

London

E14 3BQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and 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/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

· Liaising with and assisting members of the administrative team

Please see under Supporting Documents for the full JD and Person Specification

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and 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/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

· Liaising with and assisting members of the administrative team

Please see under Supporting Documents for the full JD and Person Specification

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • * Phlebotomy Certificate
  • * Knowledge of personal care
  • * Demonstrates an understanding of the role of the phlebotomist
  • * Willing to develop clinical skills and competency relevant to the role
  • * Experience of working in a GP practice

Desirable

  • * GCSE Grade A to C in English and Maths
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • * Phlebotomy Certificate
  • * Knowledge of personal care
  • * Demonstrates an understanding of the role of the phlebotomist
  • * Willing to develop clinical skills and competency relevant to the role
  • * Experience of working in a GP practice

Desirable

  • * GCSE Grade A to C in English and Maths

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

Island Health

Address

Island Health

145 East Ferry Road

London

E14 3BQ


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Island Health

Address

Island Health

145 East Ferry Road

London

E14 3BQ


Employer's website

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

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Michelle Farrington

michelle.farrington1@nhs.net

02073631111

Date posted

20 December 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Band 3 - salary includes high cost area supplement

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A3378-23-0007

Job locations

Island Health

145 East Ferry Road

London

E14 3BQ


Supporting documents

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