Job summary
The post holder will provide a safe, effective, and high quality phlebotomy service topatients, ensuring timely and accurate collection of blood specimens.
Main duties of the job
o To provide an efficient, safe correct venepuncture service to patientso To maintain high standard in control of infection procedureso To perform to the work practices as set out in the policy for disposal of sharps andvenepuncture policyo To maintain patient's safety at all times
o To maintain accurate documentation and electronic records at all timeso To ensure all blood samples are sent safely to clinical laboratorieso To work in collaboration with other Health Care professionals, and work as part of ateam to provide high standard of serviceo Correctly identify patients using the trust's verification procedureso Label and handle samples in accordance with laboratory requirementso Provide reassurance and care to anxious or distressed patientso Work independently on wards and other clinical areas
About us
The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.
With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job description
Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Phlebotomy course certificate or training
Desirable
- Previous experience as a Phlebotomist
- NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding.
- Able to present information and refer questions to others where appropriate
- Able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
- An understanding of prioritising nursing care
- Basic understanding of NHS issues
- Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in Health Care setting.
- Good literacy and numeracy skills
- Ability to follow procedures and protocols
- Compassionate and patient focused
Desirable
- Basic IT skills for the use of email
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good attendance record
- Able to undertake a wide range of duties
- Maintains confidentiality and treats all individuals with dignity
- Capable of being on your feet for long periods and moving between wards or clinics
- Open to feedback and ongoing training or development
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Phlebotomy course certificate or training
Desirable
- Previous experience as a Phlebotomist
- NVQ Level 2 in Health & Social Care or equivalent
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding.
- Able to present information and refer questions to others where appropriate
- Able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
- An understanding of prioritising nursing care
- Basic understanding of NHS issues
- Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in Health Care setting.
- Good literacy and numeracy skills
- Ability to follow procedures and protocols
- Compassionate and patient focused
Desirable
- Basic IT skills for the use of email
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Good attendance record
- Able to undertake a wide range of duties
- Maintains confidentiality and treats all individuals with dignity
- Capable of being on your feet for long periods and moving between wards or clinics
- Open to feedback and ongoing training or development
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
