Phlebotomist

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

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Job summary

We currently have a vacancy for a part-time phlebotomist to work alongside our existing team at the Princess Royal Hospital. You will be providing a valuable service throughout the hospital, taking blood samples from hospital in-patients and out-patients. Experience would be preferred but not essential as full training is provided. Please note the successful candidate will be expected undertake venepuncture on children as well as adults after full training and assessment.

Applicants who declared they have phlebotomy experience will be requested for evidence if shortlisted for interview Successful candidates will be based at the Princess Royal site however at times you may be expected to cover other locations where the phlebotomy service is provided.The phlebotomy department is open from 8.30 to 16.30. The hours for this role are 24 per week worked on a roster including weekend working (mornings only)

Main duties of the job

This post involves the taking of blood samples from patients in wards and clinics, providing reception/telephone duties as and when required.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Date posted

03 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

279-6086524-MAY24

Job locations

Princess Royal Hospital

Lewes Road

Haywards Heath

RH16 4EX


Job description

Job responsibilities

  1. To assess patients presenting for blood tests as per the indications and contra-indications for the practice of venepuncture.
  2. To confirm patients details and identity.
  3. To take blood samples from patients, exercising care and attention.
  4. To accurately label sample bottles in accordance with SOPs.
  5. To transport samples safely and securely to the laboratory whenever required.
  6. To implement initial dispatch to the laboratory for those samples requiring urgent/immediate attention.
  7. To deal with patients, their relatives, and other staff in a courteous and sympathetic manner, in person and by telephone.
  8. To undertake duties using established work systems and new systems as introduced, and to undergo training in their correct use.
  9. To record accurately numbers of patients bled in outpatients, wards and other locations

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Job description

Job responsibilities

  1. To assess patients presenting for blood tests as per the indications and contra-indications for the practice of venepuncture.
  2. To confirm patients details and identity.
  3. To take blood samples from patients, exercising care and attention.
  4. To accurately label sample bottles in accordance with SOPs.
  5. To transport samples safely and securely to the laboratory whenever required.
  6. To implement initial dispatch to the laboratory for those samples requiring urgent/immediate attention.
  7. To deal with patients, their relatives, and other staff in a courteous and sympathetic manner, in person and by telephone.
  8. To undertake duties using established work systems and new systems as introduced, and to undergo training in their correct use.
  9. To record accurately numbers of patients bled in outpatients, wards and other locations

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Able to work to NVQ Level 2 standard or have equivalent experience

Desirable

  • Phlebotomy Trained

Knowledge / Experience

Essential

  • Good customer service skills
  • Able to be trained in HIV awareness and back care
  • Able to develop knowledge of medical terminology and Biomedical investigations
  • Able to be trained in the use a variety of blood collection systems

Desirable

  • Worked in a healthcare / person centred environment

Skills

Essential

  • Basic IT skills

Motivation for post

Essential

  • What is their motivation for this post. Why do they want to work for us

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Essential

  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Able to work to NVQ Level 2 standard or have equivalent experience

Desirable

  • Phlebotomy Trained

Knowledge / Experience

Essential

  • Good customer service skills
  • Able to be trained in HIV awareness and back care
  • Able to develop knowledge of medical terminology and Biomedical investigations
  • Able to be trained in the use a variety of blood collection systems

Desirable

  • Worked in a healthcare / person centred environment

Skills

Essential

  • Basic IT skills

Motivation for post

Essential

  • What is their motivation for this post. Why do they want to work for us

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Essential

  • Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
  • Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

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

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Princess Royal Hospital

Lewes Road

Haywards Heath

RH16 4EX


Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Princess Royal Hospital

Lewes Road

Haywards Heath

RH16 4EX


Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Pathology Support Services Manager

Ian Evans

ian.evans2@nhs.net

07721103253

Date posted

03 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

279-6086524-MAY24

Job locations

Princess Royal Hospital

Lewes Road

Haywards Heath

RH16 4EX


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