Job summary
Do you want an opportunity for an exciting new career?
An exciting and rewarding opportunity has arisen for motivated and enthusiastic people to join our team at NUH providing Phlebotomy services to all ward areas, clinics and outpatients departments on both of our campuses, including the Treatment centre.
Please note, this post may be closed early if a suitable number of applications are received. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid any disappointment.
Main duties of the job
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with full job description and person specification documents attached to this advert.
Phlebotomy is the skill of obtaining a blood sample by using varying techniques and equipment, whilst following trust guidance and policy.
The teams provide a warm and welcoming supportive learning environment and share a wealth of experience and knowledge.
Previous experience working as a Phlebotomist is not required as full supervised training will be provided.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Excellent communication skills along with a pleasant , friendly and understanding disposition are essential for this role and previous experience of working with the general public would be an advantage.
This role will require the post holder to wear personal, protective, equipment (PPE) including masks, aprons and gloves as per trust guidance.
You must be able to work in a fast paced, high demand environment which sees a high turn over of patients daily.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Excellent communication skills along with a pleasant , friendly and understanding disposition are essential for this role and previous experience of working with the general public would be an advantage.
This role will require the post holder to wear personal, protective, equipment (PPE) including masks, aprons and gloves as per trust guidance.
You must be able to work in a fast paced, high demand environment which sees a high turn over of patients daily.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grades A-C or equivalent in English and Maths.
Desirable
- venepuncture certification or exposure
Experience
Essential
- You will have a genuine interest in a career working in frontline services for people
- Knowledge of the Phlebotomy role
- Able to follow a full venepuncture-training programme
Desirable
- NHS experience or similar health care environment
Analytical and judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Evidence of the ability to work on own initiative
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Computer literate/able to use and enter data on required software
- Can demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills
- Evidence of the ability to work as part of a team
Desirable
- Ability to cope with exposure to distressing situations
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's behavioural standards
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to complete own work load
- Evidence of written/computer record keeping skills.
- Evidence of the ability to prioritise tasks and manage own time effectively.
Physical skills
Essential
- Must be active and mobile
- Able to work for long periods whilst standing
Other requirements specific to the role (e.g. be able to work shifts/on call)
Essential
- Must be able to work at either campus including the QMC, CITY and Treatment Centre, as the service requires
- Ability to work flexibly including weekends and Bank Holidays
- Must be able to cover the full shift pattern within the service ranging from Monday to Sunday, 7am -19:00
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grades A-C or equivalent in English and Maths.
Desirable
- venepuncture certification or exposure
Experience
Essential
- You will have a genuine interest in a career working in frontline services for people
- Knowledge of the Phlebotomy role
- Able to follow a full venepuncture-training programme
Desirable
- NHS experience or similar health care environment
Analytical and judgement skills
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Evidence of the ability to work on own initiative
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Computer literate/able to use and enter data on required software
- Can demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills
- Evidence of the ability to work as part of a team
Desirable
- Ability to cope with exposure to distressing situations
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's behavioural standards
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to complete own work load
- Evidence of written/computer record keeping skills.
- Evidence of the ability to prioritise tasks and manage own time effectively.
Physical skills
Essential
- Must be active and mobile
- Able to work for long periods whilst standing
Other requirements specific to the role (e.g. be able to work shifts/on call)
Essential
- Must be able to work at either campus including the QMC, CITY and Treatment Centre, as the service requires
- Ability to work flexibly including weekends and Bank Holidays
- Must be able to cover the full shift pattern within the service ranging from Monday to Sunday, 7am -19:00
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
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts
Address
Nottingham University Hospitals- Cross Campus Working
Hucknall Road / Derby Road
Nottingham
NG7 2UH
Employer's website
https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)