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Phlebotomist

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part-time, enthusiastic band 3 Phlebotomist to join our CQC rated 'Outstanding' Trust.

We are looking for an experienced and well-motivated individual to join our Phlebotomy Team. The team works across Trust sites, mainly at West Berkshire Community Hospital and Prospect Park Hospital. This position will be mainly based at Prospect Park Hospital, but you will be expected to rotate to West Berkshire Hospital on occasion.

The service operates Monday to Friday between 07.45 and 15.15 hrs. This post is part-time and the post holder will be expected to work 08.00-13.00 hrs Monday to Fridays.

We are a busy, dynamic department and would like to hear from suitable qualified people.

You will have had recent phlebotomy experience (minimum 6 months) and are expected to complete our local competency assessments.

Main duties of the job

  • Work in the mental health hospital ward environment
  • Accurate identification of the patient
  • Provide a caring and professional service for users.
  • Ensure that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and confirming their agreement to the collection of a blood sample.
  • Ensure safe collection of blood samples according to agreed procedures.
  • Ensure appropriate and accurate labelling and dispatch specimens to laboratories.
  • Maintain accurate and relevant records using computerised clinical system and written records as appropriate.

The3/4 "must haves" for you to be considered for this role:

  1. Phlebotomy qualification / GCSE or equivalent in Maths / English
  1. Previous experience essential
  1. Dealing with patients in a sympathetic and supportive way
  1. Excellent communication skills

About us

For our people who work here that means we want Berkshire Healthcare to be a great place to work where everyone can thrive and grow. Some of the benefits of joining our team:

  • Salary ranging from£ £22,816- £24,336per annum
  • Flexible working opportunities and a strong emphasis on your work, life balance
  • Annual leave - 27 days for new starters, plus bank holidays. Increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years NHS service. Pro rata for part time staff
  • Excellent learning and development opportunities
  • Salary sacrifice scheme for a new car
  • Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave for eligible staff
  • Advanced IT enablement and support
  • Confidential telephone care service providing independent support and advice for staff.
  • And so much more

Date posted

24 August 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

371-CHS067

Job locations

Phlebotomy Service

Reading

RG30 4EJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications/Training

Essential

  • GCSE English or equivalent
  • GCSE Maths or equivalent

Desirable

  • European Computer Driving Licence

Continuous Professional Development

Desirable

  • Fully trained in phlebotomy procedures.

Previous Experience

Desirable

  • Experience equivalent to NVQ Level 3
  • Able to perform phlebotomy procedures without direct supervision.
  • Previous Laboratory work experience
  • Work experience in a healthcare environment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to work accurately and quickly in an organised Manner with attention to detail.
  • A good level of computer literacy
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work both as part of a team and individually.
  • Ability to deal with difficult situations and resolve conflict.
  • Good telephone manner

Additional Requirements

Essential

  • Ability to travel to multiple sites.
  • Ability to work well under pressure.
  • Sound understanding of health and safety requirements.
  • Awareness of data protection and confidentiality issues
  • Well presented, tidy in appearance
  • Must be physically able to assist less able & wheelchair bound patients.
  • Must comply with Trust requirements for health.
  • Ability to drive and have access to a car for work purposes

Desirable

  • Willingness to be flexible and vary working patterns in accordance with the needs of the service.
Person Specification

Education/Qualifications/Training

Essential

  • GCSE English or equivalent
  • GCSE Maths or equivalent

Desirable

  • European Computer Driving Licence

Continuous Professional Development

Desirable

  • Fully trained in phlebotomy procedures.

Previous Experience

Desirable

  • Experience equivalent to NVQ Level 3
  • Able to perform phlebotomy procedures without direct supervision.
  • Previous Laboratory work experience
  • Work experience in a healthcare environment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to work accurately and quickly in an organised Manner with attention to detail.
  • A good level of computer literacy
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work both as part of a team and individually.
  • Ability to deal with difficult situations and resolve conflict.
  • Good telephone manner

Additional Requirements

Essential

  • Ability to travel to multiple sites.
  • Ability to work well under pressure.
  • Sound understanding of health and safety requirements.
  • Awareness of data protection and confidentiality issues
  • Well presented, tidy in appearance
  • Must be physically able to assist less able & wheelchair bound patients.
  • Must comply with Trust requirements for health.
  • Ability to drive and have access to a car for work purposes

Desirable

  • Willingness to be flexible and vary working patterns in accordance with the needs of the service.

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

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Phlebotomy Service

Reading

RG30 4EJ


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Phlebotomy Service

Reading

RG30 4EJ


Employer's website

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

For questions about the job, contact:

Urgent Care Matron

Carla Woolford

carla.woolford@berkshire.nhs.uk

07920765378

Date posted

24 August 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

371-CHS067

Job locations

Phlebotomy Service

Reading

RG30 4EJ


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