Band 3 Senior Phlebotomist
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Job summary
Job Summary
We are seeking enthusiastic and experienced phlebotomists to join our team at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital and Washwood Heath Community Diagnostic Centre (WWHCDC), part of UHB NHS Foundation Trust.
This skilled role requires the ability to work under pressure, proficiency with keyboards, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Applicants must have at least 12 months of recent phlebotomy experience in an acute hospital setting and will complete local training and competency assessments upon appointment.
You must work well in a team without direct supervision, maintain confidentiality, and handle patients with sensitivity. Senior phlebotomists will assist in training, assessing, and supervising junior staff.
The role is based at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital with rotational shifts at WWHCDC and potential cross-site cover for training or service needs.
Working Hours
Core hours: 07:30--20:00, Monday to Friday, with weekend/bank holiday shifts:
*Weekend Wards: 07:00--10:30
*Weekend WWHCDC: 08:30--20:00
Part-time (minimum 30 hours) or full-time applications welcome.
Application Questions
Answer these in the 'Supporting Information' section (150 words per question):
1.Provide an example of how you contributed to effective patient care.
2.What is your understanding of quality in the NHS?
Contact
Selvaraj Rassiah | Direct: 0121 424 1254
Main duties of the job
Main Duties
The post holder will demonstrate a high level of skill and understanding, enabling them to undertake specific tasks delegated by the Phlebotomy Manager or Phlebotomy Coordinator in line with relevant procedures, guidelines, and policies.
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About us
We are recognised as one of the leading NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK. Our vision is to Build Healthier Lives, and we recognise that we need incredible staff to do this.
Our commitment to our staff is to create the best place for them to work, and we are dedicated to:
Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff, including a commitment of offering flexible working where we can;Offer our staff a wide variety of training and development opportunities, to support their personal and career development objectives.
UHB is committed to ensuring that our staff are treated fairly and feel that they belong, by creating a kind and inclusive environment. This is about equity of opportunity; removing all barriers, including discrimination and ensuring each individual member of staff reach their true potential, achieve their ambitions and thrive in their work. This is more than words. We are taking action. Our commitment to an inclusive culture is embedded at all levels of the organisation where every voice is heard, driven by our diverse and active staff networks, and at Board level by the Fairness Taskforce led by our CEO. We nurture a culture which empowers staff to challenge discriminatory behaviours and to enable people to bring their 'whole self' to a kinder, more connected and bold place to work.
University Hospitals Birmingham is a Smoke-Free premises hospital.
Details
Date posted
31 December 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,071 to £25,674 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
304-9004051PM
Job locations
Heartlands Hospital
Bordesley Green E
Birmingham
West Midlands
B9 5SS
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Heartlands Hospital
Bordesley Green E
Birmingham
West Midlands
B9 5SS
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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