Job summary
The Phlebotomy team at the Royal Free are dedicated to providing World Class Care to our patients. We are looking for experienced full-time and part time phlebotomy and cannulation technicians to join our busy Phlebotomy Department. Our service runs 365 days a year including all weekends and bank holidays.The successful candidates will maintain a high standard of phlebotomy practice that is focused on patient care and safety. You will be required to work as part of a team delivering excellent phlebotomy and cannulation service on our wards and clinics and obtain quality blood specimens for testing by the Pathology laboratory.
You will be expected to work closely with members of the medical and nursing staff as well as with our patients. You must demonstrate excellent communication skills and the ability to work autonomously while prioritising workloads.
Main duties of the job
- Cannulation
- Collection of quality blood samples from patients
- Ensuring that blood samples are delivered safely and efficiently to pathology
- Generating blood request forms from Cerner
- Contributing to keeping the clinical area clean and tidy, maintaining a safe working environment
- Reporting incidents and any issues regarding safety and quality to the manager
- Participating in the collection of data
- Filing and clerical duties.
About us
The phlebotomy and cannulation department operates a seven day a week service running 365 days a year.
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
This vacancy has been advertised in accordance with the new NHS pay rate which will take effect from autumn 2024. Please note if your employment starts before the 24/25 pay scales are implemented you will be paid under the 23/24 pay scales and any backpay will be adjusted accordingly. Further information can be found athttps://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/pay-scales-202425.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
This vacancy has been advertised in accordance with the new NHS pay rate which will take effect from autumn 2024. Please note if your employment starts before the 24/25 pay scales are implemented you will be paid under the 23/24 pay scales and any backpay will be adjusted accordingly. Further information can be found athttps://www.nhsemployers.org/articles/pay-scales-202425.
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Level or Equivalent
- Cannulation and Phlebotomy Certicate of competence
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in Phlebotomy and Cannulation
- Relevant experience in an acute hospital setting.
- Relevant experience working with the public.
- Full awareness and understanding of health and safety protocols including infecton control
- Ability to adhere to standard operating procedures
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Essential
- Flexible approach to work
Others
Essential
- Participation in the late evening and weekend Rota
- Committed to self development
- Computer literacy
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Level or Equivalent
- Cannulation and Phlebotomy Certicate of competence
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in Phlebotomy and Cannulation
- Relevant experience in an acute hospital setting.
- Relevant experience working with the public.
- Full awareness and understanding of health and safety protocols including infecton control
- Ability to adhere to standard operating procedures
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Essential
- Flexible approach to work
Others
Essential
- Participation in the late evening and weekend Rota
- Committed to self development
- Computer literacy
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).
