Job summary
Are you enthusiastic, reliable and experienced in venepuncture? If so we may have the right opportunities waiting for you within our Phlebotomy Service. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic and reliable to join our busy phlebotomy departments which are situated across the hospital sites and in the community. As a motivated individual you will demonstrate excellent communication skills along with basic IT skills which are both essential for this post.
The main duties of a phlebotomist include the collection of blood samples from both adults and children using a number of various techniques. This procedure will be carried out in both inpatient and outpatient settings as well as in patients homes and community clinics. There are also training opportunities in the use of hand-held analysers for near patient testing.
The post requires commitment to professional behaviours, motivation and a flexible approach to working hours and duties. The ability to work as a member of a team and work without direct supervision are also skills that are required for this role.
Due to the high demand of our services, we have a number of part time and full time vacancies which will include the need for weekend and Bank Holiday working.
Working hours are between 8.00am - 20.00pm Monday to Friday and 8.00 to 12.00 at weekends. The successful candidates will be based at one of LTHT hospital sites, however there will be a requirement to cross site cover on occasion.
Main duties of the job
To perform Venepuncture and Veneole
(capillary sampling) blood collection procedures (the piercing/puncturing of
veins or the slicing of veneoles, which are both invasive, clinical
procedures).
To extract blood samples from
patients/donors in a manner that makes the blood sample suitable/fit for
analytical, therapeutic or diagnostic testing and purpose.
Working on hospital wards, clinics,
community based clinics within other organisations & NHS Trusts and also in
the patients domicile.
To receive and assist in the
processing of clinical diagnostic specimens for biological testing
To perform certain biological
analyses under supervision.
To enter patient demographic details
onto the laboratory information system
To communicate sensitive information
to colleagues and other healthcare staff
About us
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is part of the West Yorkshire Association of Acute
Trusts (WYAAT), a collaborative of the NHS hospital trusts from across West
Yorkshire and Harrogate working together to provide the best possible care for
our patients.
By
bringing together the wide range of skills and expertise across West Yorkshire
and Harrogate we are working differently, innovating and driving forward change
to deliver the highest quality care. By
working for Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust this is your opportunity to be a
part of that change.
WYAAT
is the acute sector arm of the West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care
Partnership, one of the largest integrated care systems in the country. The
Partnerships ambition is for everyone to have the best possible health and
wellbeing, and the work of WYAAT, and each individual trust, supports that
ambition.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process
of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As
such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right
to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do
experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please
bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if
you have any questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To perform appropriate technical
laboratory procedures and tasks that are consistent with the job holders
levels of knowledge, skills and experience. These tasks may vary from day to
day but examples would include:
o Receiving diagnostic samples into
the laboratory
o Preparation of samples prior to
processing
o Preparation of chemical reagents
o Processing of certain clinical
samples
o Safe disposal of clinical /
laboratory waste
To prepare materials for
distribution to clinical areas
To enter and retrieve patient
information using the laboratory computer system.
To respond to telephone enquiries
from users of the service in a manner that is in accordance with departmental
procedures
To assist in the day to day
monitoring, cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
To contribute to general
departmental management by assisting in the ordering, receipt and control of
consumables
To demonstrate relevant job related
tasks to new or more junior staff
To participate in laboratory audit
processes
Manage contingencies that arise
during the blood collection process.
Independently manage own allocated
workload and perform and undertake non-routine requests for blood specimen
collections.
Collect, identify and record the
correct patient/donor information or data at the time of the sample
collection and within full view of the patient/donor. This task calls for
long periods of concentration that can be frequently interrupted.
Collect data/information for
internal/external audit purposes.
Preparation / administration
of loading dose prior to a specific
blood test being performed. (e.g. Glucose Tolerance Tests).
Identify, select and utilise a
suitable site fit for the purpose of blood collection using personal
judgmental skills.
Identify, select and use
suitable/appropriate equipment for the specimen collection using personal
judgmental skills.
Obtain blood samples from
patients/donors to a standard fit for laboratory testing ensuring minimum
distress or discomfort is caused to the patient/donor during the blood
collection process.
Interpret written requests for blood collection.
Communicate information to
patient/donors of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultures or physical
abilities, in a none-discriminatory or judgmental manner and be able to
overcome barriers of communication within these areas.
Give patients/donors, guardians and
carers, appropriate advice regarding venepuncture site, after care and
availability of test results.
Ensure pre and post-test
requirements have been fulfilled and ensure the patient/donor is fit for
discharge from your care.
Ensure safe and appropriate
delivery or transport of the specimens to the laboratories.
Cleaning stationary or mobile
workstations in the phlebotomy clinic or storage area, (including general and
departmental housekeeping duties).
Completing regular stocking and
stock rotation of working areas
To prepare materials for
distribution to clinical areas
To contribute to general
departmental management by assisting in the ordering, receipt and control of
consumables
Job description
Job responsibilities
To perform appropriate technical
laboratory procedures and tasks that are consistent with the job holders
levels of knowledge, skills and experience. These tasks may vary from day to
day but examples would include:
o Receiving diagnostic samples into
the laboratory
o Preparation of samples prior to
processing
o Preparation of chemical reagents
o Processing of certain clinical
samples
o Safe disposal of clinical /
laboratory waste
To prepare materials for
distribution to clinical areas
To enter and retrieve patient
information using the laboratory computer system.
To respond to telephone enquiries
from users of the service in a manner that is in accordance with departmental
procedures
To assist in the day to day
monitoring, cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
To contribute to general
departmental management by assisting in the ordering, receipt and control of
consumables
To demonstrate relevant job related
tasks to new or more junior staff
To participate in laboratory audit
processes
Manage contingencies that arise
during the blood collection process.
Independently manage own allocated
workload and perform and undertake non-routine requests for blood specimen
collections.
Collect, identify and record the
correct patient/donor information or data at the time of the sample
collection and within full view of the patient/donor. This task calls for
long periods of concentration that can be frequently interrupted.
Collect data/information for
internal/external audit purposes.
Preparation / administration
of loading dose prior to a specific
blood test being performed. (e.g. Glucose Tolerance Tests).
Identify, select and utilise a
suitable site fit for the purpose of blood collection using personal
judgmental skills.
Identify, select and use
suitable/appropriate equipment for the specimen collection using personal
judgmental skills.
Obtain blood samples from
patients/donors to a standard fit for laboratory testing ensuring minimum
distress or discomfort is caused to the patient/donor during the blood
collection process.
Interpret written requests for blood collection.
Communicate information to
patient/donors of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultures or physical
abilities, in a none-discriminatory or judgmental manner and be able to
overcome barriers of communication within these areas.
Give patients/donors, guardians and
carers, appropriate advice regarding venepuncture site, after care and
availability of test results.
Ensure pre and post-test
requirements have been fulfilled and ensure the patient/donor is fit for
discharge from your care.
Ensure safe and appropriate
delivery or transport of the specimens to the laboratories.
Cleaning stationary or mobile
workstations in the phlebotomy clinic or storage area, (including general and
departmental housekeeping duties).
Completing regular stocking and
stock rotation of working areas
To prepare materials for
distribution to clinical areas
To contribute to general
departmental management by assisting in the ordering, receipt and control of
consumables
Person Specification
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Able to work in a team.
- Able to work independently.
- Flexible approach to work
- Good communicator Friendly attitude
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Dexterity
- Basic computer skills
- Numerate and literate
- Physically able to move around and between sites
- Physically able to assist in movement of moderate loads
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSEs including Maths and English
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of caring
Person Specification
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Able to work in a team.
- Able to work independently.
- Flexible approach to work
- Good communicator Friendly attitude
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Dexterity
- Basic computer skills
- Numerate and literate
- Physically able to move around and between sites
- Physically able to assist in movement of moderate loads
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSEs including Maths and English
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of caring
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.
