Job summary
We are looking for a Phlebotomist to join the UHS Pathology Phlebotomy team at Lymington Hospital.
No previous experience necessary, full training will be provided to the succesful candidate.
This can be a very busy department, during peak times we can see approximately one patient every 6 minutes.
The successful applicant will be working in the UHS Pathology Outpatient's department at Lymington Hospital. The working hours for the service are from 07:15 to 17:00 Monday to Friday as per rota. The applicant will also be part of the Saturday rota for Romsey Hospital which is currently approximately a 1 in 6 commitment.You must be self-motivated, possess good interpersonal skills and enjoy the challenge offered by a dynamic, progressive department.The successful applicant will be required to travel to the University Hospitals Southampton for Mandatory and Statutory training as required including practical Phlebotomy training with the clinical skills team.
Job share could be considered if the right candidates present.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You can read an overview of the main duties of the role in the section below: Job Description and Main Responsibilities.
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents attached.To receive all patients in a calm, courteous and reassuring manner and uphold the confidentiality, dignity and best customer care practice for all patients/clients at all times.To identify the correct patient against the blood request form and collect and accurately label blood samples from all patients according to Pathology Standard Operating Procedures (local policies).To visit wards regarding provision of Phlebotomy / Cannulation services if and when required.To liaise with ward staff regarding request/patient condition.To prioritise work according to fasting/urgent requests to ensure a prompt service and to deliver all samples.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You can read an overview of the main duties of the role in the section below: Job Description and Main Responsibilities.
To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents attached.To receive all patients in a calm, courteous and reassuring manner and uphold the confidentiality, dignity and best customer care practice for all patients/clients at all times.To identify the correct patient against the blood request form and collect and accurately label blood samples from all patients according to Pathology Standard Operating Procedures (local policies).To visit wards regarding provision of Phlebotomy / Cannulation services if and when required.To liaise with ward staff regarding request/patient condition.To prioritise work according to fasting/urgent requests to ensure a prompt service and to deliver all samples.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Willingness to learn new skills. Ability to work as part of a team but also having the ability to work on their own
- Ability to cope with work pressures when working in high care areas when having difficulty in collecting blood sample from patients
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary environment
- Ability to complete all training packages including Venesection and cannulation course and ANTT course within 2 months.
Desirable
- Experience in providing healthcare
- Experience preferred but not essential, as full in house training given
- NVQ3, or willing to undertake NVQ training
- Basic Life Support training
- Previous clinical experience in a hospital setting
- Experience in Venesection in an acute setting
- Experience in hospital IT systems
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Willingness to learn new skills. Ability to work as part of a team but also having the ability to work on their own
- Ability to cope with work pressures when working in high care areas when having difficulty in collecting blood sample from patients
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary environment
- Ability to complete all training packages including Venesection and cannulation course and ANTT course within 2 months.
Desirable
- Experience in providing healthcare
- Experience preferred but not essential, as full in house training given
- NVQ3, or willing to undertake NVQ training
- Basic Life Support training
- Previous clinical experience in a hospital setting
- Experience in Venesection in an acute setting
- Experience in hospital IT systems
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).
