Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team of phlebotomists working for the Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust
We are looking for individuals who must have evidence of a good level of education along with a determination to deliver high quality compassionate care to our patients.
Main duties of the job
Our phlebotomy team deliver a high-quality patient focused blood taking service in a wide range of settings across Calderdale, and Kirklees. This includes taking blood in our two hospitals, GP surgeries, out-patient services, community diagnostic centres and patients' homes.
Good IT skills are essential to this post, along with experience of working in a health care setting or customer service focused role . Previous experience in venepuncture would be desirable, but is not essential as we will deliver full training to the right calibre of person.
About us
You must have the ability to work under pressure and be able to meet the travel requirements of the post, as this post will require the member of staff to travel between the hospital sites, community sites and patients homes. Therefore, it is essential that the applicant has a driving license and access to a suitable vehicle. Remuneration for mileage is provided.
We operate a seven-day service, including bank holidays, between the hours of 08:00 and 20:00, and the post holder will be required to work across all these times to deliver the service.
However, the service requirements are continually changing to meet with needs of the patients, so flexibility is a key component.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintain patient dignity and confidentiality at all times. Adhere to Trust Aseptic Non-Touch Technique Policy (ANTT). Work unsupervised in our hospital settings, community clinics and undertakingdomiciliary (home) visits. A full driving license and access to a vehicle is essentialalong with business insurance. Keep fully stocked Phlebotomy trolleys, cupboards and drawers within blood collectingunits and clinics and support stock taking out in the community settings. Maintain work areas and trolleys, keeping them clean, neat, and tidy. Undertake surveys/audits when requested to do so. Attend to staff and patients queries, referring appropriately. Comply with all Health and Safety Regulations Use of a visual display unit to book appointments and access the Trust intranet, Qpulse and work-related e-mails. There is a commitment to work a seven-day service inclusive of bank holidays betweenthe hours of 08:00 and 20:00. Must be flexible to adapt to the needs of the service. It will be necessary to cover other staff when required. Any duties as defined by the Phlebotomy Operations Manager and Team leader incharge
Job description
Job responsibilities
Maintain patient dignity and confidentiality at all times. Adhere to Trust Aseptic Non-Touch Technique Policy (ANTT). Work unsupervised in our hospital settings, community clinics and undertakingdomiciliary (home) visits. A full driving license and access to a vehicle is essentialalong with business insurance. Keep fully stocked Phlebotomy trolleys, cupboards and drawers within blood collectingunits and clinics and support stock taking out in the community settings. Maintain work areas and trolleys, keeping them clean, neat, and tidy. Undertake surveys/audits when requested to do so. Attend to staff and patients queries, referring appropriately. Comply with all Health and Safety Regulations Use of a visual display unit to book appointments and access the Trust intranet, Qpulse and work-related e-mails. There is a commitment to work a seven-day service inclusive of bank holidays betweenthe hours of 08:00 and 20:00. Must be flexible to adapt to the needs of the service. It will be necessary to cover other staff when required. Any duties as defined by the Phlebotomy Operations Manager and Team leader incharge
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level A* - D or equivalent in Mathematics & English
- Level 2 NVQ/QCF in customer care or healthcare related subject or equivalent
- Willingness to complete further training to complement and support specified role
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a customer care or healthcare setting and an understanding equality and diversity and compassionate care
- Experience of complying with legislation, policies and procedures
- Experience of basic computer skills using Microsoft Office packages
- Ability to lift, bend, push, pull and stand for long periods of time
- Access to a vehicle is required along with business insurance
- Ability to work under pressure whilst ensuring that patients are your priority
Desirable
- Previous Phlebotomy experience
- Previous experience using Point of Care testing equipment
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential
- Professional and positive demeanour, smart appearance, hardworking, flexible and reliable.
- Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team
- Ability to work flexibly at a range of sites and over the full range of hours delivered by the phlebotomy service.
- Effective communication skills with a wide range of individuals
- Attention to detail and accuracy. For example, completing patient identification checks
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level A* - D or equivalent in Mathematics & English
- Level 2 NVQ/QCF in customer care or healthcare related subject or equivalent
- Willingness to complete further training to complement and support specified role
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a customer care or healthcare setting and an understanding equality and diversity and compassionate care
- Experience of complying with legislation, policies and procedures
- Experience of basic computer skills using Microsoft Office packages
- Ability to lift, bend, push, pull and stand for long periods of time
- Access to a vehicle is required along with business insurance
- Ability to work under pressure whilst ensuring that patients are your priority
Desirable
- Previous Phlebotomy experience
- Previous experience using Point of Care testing equipment
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential
- Professional and positive demeanour, smart appearance, hardworking, flexible and reliable.
- Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team
- Ability to work flexibly at a range of sites and over the full range of hours delivered by the phlebotomy service.
- Effective communication skills with a wide range of individuals
- Attention to detail and accuracy. For example, completing patient identification checks
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.
