Job responsibilities
Job Responsibilities
Phlebotomy:
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
Main Duties:
Utilise EMIS to record all treatment and care, applying all appropriate templates and protocols relating to recording of patient data, as well as
New Patient Health Checks
ECG recording
ABPM
Blood pressure check
Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being
Administration of Flu, B12 and Pneumococcal Vaccinations
Staple/Clip/Stitch/Suture Removal
Phlebotomy
NHS Health Checks
Dressings: Following wound management plan
Chaperoning duties
General surgery supplies
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
Other Duties:
Other delegated duties considered appropriate to the post:
To undertake any other reasonable tasks as allocated by managers.
This job description is not exhaustive and the post holder may be required to undertake other relevant and appropriate duties as reasonable required.
Working Environment:
Carry out routine checks to ensure your work station is clean and tidy at the start and end of your shift.
Ensure all equipment in your work station is operational and up to date and report any issues to your line manager.
Ensure that confidential patient information is stored and handled according to protocol and report any concerns to your line manager.
Experience:
Health & Safety:
Confidentiality
In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.
In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and theirs carers, practice staff and other health care workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All such information is to be regarded as strictly as confidential.
Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.
To work in accordance of all Practice written protocols.
Equality and diversity
The post holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues to include:
Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation.
Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues.
Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgemental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
Personal/Professional Development
The post holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the Practice as part of this employment, such training to include:
Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development.
Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.
Quality
The post holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will:
Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk.
Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision.
Effectively manage own time, workload and sources.
Communication
The post holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:
Communicate effectively with other team members.
Communicate effectively with patients and carers.
Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be 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.
Candidates are requested to forward their CVs via email at swlicb.trevelyanhousesurgery@nhs.net for the attention of HR.
