Senior Phlebotomist

Job description

Job responsibilities

MAIN RESPONSIBILTITES

1. Collect blood samples by venepuncture from patients on request from clinicians, doctors and nurses, in accordance with the phlebotomy standard operating procedure.
2. Ensure correct care, labelling, recording and maintenance of accurate records for each venepuncture.
3. Have due respect for privacy and dignity
4. Ensure subject is comfortable and relaxed as much as possible, and obtain verbal consent prior to collecting blood samples.
5. If requested, to visit other areas to undertake venepuncture for subjects who are unable to attend the phlebotomy department without delay.
6. Comply at all times with trust relevant data and information governance policy, and respect confidentiality, in particular the confidentiality of electronically stored data, in line with the Data Protection Act.
7. Have a good knowledge and understanding of the purpose of the different blood collection devices, and be able to pass on knowledge to trainees, as required.
8. Be aware and understand the range of blood samples that require special treatment.
9. Accurately create labels using the available IT system and label all samples correctly before calling in the next subject.
10. Reassure patients who are nervous about sampling procedures and apply dressings to wounds created by blood draws.
11. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care.
12. Maintain accurate records of all samples taken.
13. Track collected specimens by initialling & dating request form.
14. Be able to use Trusts Patient Administration System (PAS) to find subject details when needed, e.g. to confirm identity before taking any blood samples.
15. Assist in delivery of samples to the Pathology Department whenever is necessary to do so.
16. Notify nursing staff, preferably nurse in charge, if there are any concerns for the subjects care.
17. Liaise with members of the administrative team and communicate well with team members.
18. When requested, pack and despatch blood samples correctly for transport to the appropriate laboratories.
19. Check that all consumables are always in sufficient quantity, order and re-stock regularly.
20. Ensure the maintenance of good working relationships and communication at all times with patients, relatives and staff of all disciplines.
21. Participate in discussion with the department manager or senior concerning the repair and renewal of equipment and estate.
22. Supervise and train other clinical staff to ensure competency in venepuncture

OTHER DUTIES:

1. Be familiar with and ensure compliance with the trusts Health and Safety policy and Infection Control policies.
2. Maintain a safe working environment for self, all other staff members, patients and their relatives.
3. Keep clinical area clean and free from clutter.
4. Report all adverse incidents via trust Safeguarding reporting system.
5. Pay due care and attention to the implementation of safety measures in relation to the disposal of sharps, bloods and body fluids.
6. Adhere to relevant trust policies including needle-stick injury policy.
7. Work with the pathology team to carry out specialised point of care tests (POCT) when required.
8. Be able to work with the pathology team and assist whenever there are staff shortages.
9. Keep up to date with all mandatory training.
10. Attend regular staff meetings in the Pathology department.
11. Perform any other appropriate duties which may be required by the department manager which are appropriate to the post.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Good general education, e.g. GCSE or equivalent
• Certified phlebotomist with NHS experience

Desirable

• NVQ level 3 in healthcare or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Relevant and demonstrable experience in phlebotomy within an acute hospital
• Experience in dealing with sick patients
• Experience with complex blood tests and special samples

Knowledge

Essential

• Computer skills in clinical settings
• Being a role model with good standards of phlebotomy practice and knowledge of infection control

Skills/abilities

Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills with patients and staff in relation to our ophthalmic setting
• Good level of co-ordination and dexterity
• Proven ability to work under pressure or demanding schedule to avoid long waiting for patients
• Non-judgemental and caring attitude
• Flexibility with shifts and weekend working

Desirable

• Able to deal with / advise others on exposure to blood and blood borne viruses

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

City Road

Moorfields Eye Hospital

London

EC1V 2PD

Employer's website

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)