Job summary
Phlebotomist
Division: Cancer and Core Clinical Services
Care Group: Diagnostics and Therapies Care Group
Band: 2
Salary: £24,465 per annum/pro rata
We are recruiting forPhlebotomist who share our ambition and vision to deliver the Best of Care by the Best Peopleand has the drive to take us forward, by ensuring that the Trust continues to be the first choice for patients and our staff.
Main duties of the job
To safely and efficiently perform venepuncture on all patients requiring blood tests as per the Phlebotomy standard operating procedure (SOP) at Medway Maritime Hospital, Sheppey Community Hospital or anywhere else required by the Phlebotomy management team.
Our values are Bold, Every Person Counts, Sharing and Open and Together. It is important that you understand and to refer to our values when completing your application and always reflect our values throughout your employment with the Trust.
We are committed to endorsing diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion; our policies / procedures ensure that all applicants are treated fairly at every stage of the recruitment process.
To contribute to our exciting future and become part of our team, apply today.
About us
Do you have the ambition and vision to deliver our mission of theBest of Care by the Best of People providing excellent care, every time?
Here at Medway, we pride ourselves on working together as one to ensure that our shared vision is achieved for our patients.
As a key partner in the healthcare of our local population, we are keen to deliver this as an outcome of our Trust-wide strategy - Patient First. Using an Operational Excellence approach to align our priorities and operational management structures, we are just over a year and half into our Patient First deployment. We are looking for creative, skilled people to join our Transformation Team and further support us on this journey.
Our culture and values define us here at Medway NHS Foundation Trust and are the heartbeat of who we are as an organisation.
Our BEST values underpin Patient First and are at the core of the care we give to our patients, the support we offer to our staff and our overall leadership approach:
B - Bold
E - Every person counts
S - Sharing and open
T - Together
Our Trust is a great choice for people who want to develop their career in an ambitious and dynamic environment; our employees are able to choose the coverage and supplemental benefits that best fit their needs and those of their families. This includes the promotion of flexible working opportunities across the Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible to perform venepuncture on patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting, preparing patients for venepuncture, ensuring they are given the opportunity to discuss their concerns and individual needs
Observe and report any side effects or untoward incidents which may result of the venepuncture procedure relating to the patient or the Phlebotomist
Adhere to all trust policies in relation to taking bloods samples from patients ensuring a high standard of service and patient care at all times. This includes correct labelling and safe disposal of the equipment used, ensuring you deliver blood samples to the appropriate laboratories safely and within time limitations
Treat all with dignity and respect whilst promoting a safe clinical environment for all patients, visitors, and staff
Be aware of and adhere to all hospital policies and procedures and collaborate with other health care professional to ensure that these are observed
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible to perform venepuncture on patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting, preparing patients for venepuncture, ensuring they are given the opportunity to discuss their concerns and individual needs
Observe and report any side effects or untoward incidents which may result of the venepuncture procedure relating to the patient or the Phlebotomist
Adhere to all trust policies in relation to taking bloods samples from patients ensuring a high standard of service and patient care at all times. This includes correct labelling and safe disposal of the equipment used, ensuring you deliver blood samples to the appropriate laboratories safely and within time limitations
Treat all with dignity and respect whilst promoting a safe clinical environment for all patients, visitors, and staff
Be aware of and adhere to all hospital policies and procedures and collaborate with other health care professional to ensure that these are observed
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare/health sciences or equivalent experience (preferred) GCSE Maths and English
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of a healthcare setting and background
Desirable
- Knowledge in obtaining a blood sample and other phlebotomy techniques
Experience
Desirable
- At least one years' experience of taking blood samples in a clinical setting
Values Based Question
Essential
- Give an example of a time where you have demonstrated a 'can do' attitude (including the situation you were in) and the outcome
Skills
Essential
- Able to provide and receive information, and relay tests to clinicians and other staff
- Ability to work within a team or individually
- Excellent communication skills
- Basic IT skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Healthcare/health sciences or equivalent experience (preferred) GCSE Maths and English
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of a healthcare setting and background
Desirable
- Knowledge in obtaining a blood sample and other phlebotomy techniques
Experience
Desirable
- At least one years' experience of taking blood samples in a clinical setting
Values Based Question
Essential
- Give an example of a time where you have demonstrated a 'can do' attitude (including the situation you were in) and the outcome
Skills
Essential
- Able to provide and receive information, and relay tests to clinicians and other staff
- Ability to work within a team or individually
- Excellent communication skills
- Basic IT skills
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).
