Job summary
We are currently looking for enthusiastic phlebotomists to work in our very busy department
Part time Phlebotomist post 30 hours
7 day per week phlebotomy service.
Monday 8am-4.30pm, Tuesday 8am-1pm, Wednesday 8am-4.30pm
Saturday 8am-12.30pm, Sunday 8am-12.30pm
You will be working cross sites in the Phlebotomy, Outpatients and Ward In-Patients departments at Bedford Hospital and Gilbert Hitchcock House
You will be part of a developing team working in a very busy and essential area of the Bedford Hospitals Trust.
This is a Band 2 post working 30 hours
Saturday/ Sunday and Bank Holidays
Appropriate In House training will be given to the right candidates.
For further information please contact
Marlene O' Connor
Dee Harman
Telephone 01234 355122 ex 3430
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a person to join a well establish team to undertake phlebotomy duties in Out-patient departments and throughout the Trust as directed. The Key Responsibilities of the post are: to participate in the routine phlebotomy service, working alone as required and prioritising work accordingly; to be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene. Undertake training for prevention and control of infection; to manage a large throughput of patients, treating each as an individual and ensuring that the correct number and type of blood containers are used; and, to behave professionally at all times.
Previous experience of phlebotomy work is preferred
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities.
Duties will include:
Taking blood samples from Outpatients and In Patients. Carrying out general departmental duties. To label blood samples as directed in the adult and paediatric venepuncture clinical guidelines. To ensure blood samples are correctly packaged by staff for transportation to the path lab. To clean and sterile the working areas To maintain Statutory Training as required for the role To carry out routine stock taking and monitor stock levels. To adhere to infection control policies. To assist in anticoagulation clinics if required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities.
Duties will include:
Taking blood samples from Outpatients and In Patients. Carrying out general departmental duties. To label blood samples as directed in the adult and paediatric venepuncture clinical guidelines. To ensure blood samples are correctly packaged by staff for transportation to the path lab. To clean and sterile the working areas To maintain Statutory Training as required for the role To carry out routine stock taking and monitor stock levels. To adhere to infection control policies. To assist in anticoagulation clinics if required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Certificate of competence in phlebotomy
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in a Phlebotomy Department
- Awareness and understanding of health safety protocols
Desirable
- Previous experience working with patients in a caring environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to communicate accurately and concisely with patients, their carers/relatives and other members of staff
- Ability to perform phlebotomy procedures in a competent manner
Personal skills
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team and accept direction from senior or more experienced staff.
- Ability to prioritise tasks where appropriate. Able to write clearly and accurately
- Able to communicate accurately and concisely with patients, their carers/relatives and other members of staff.
- Ability to perform phlebotomy procedures in a competent manner
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Certificate of competence in phlebotomy
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in a Phlebotomy Department
- Awareness and understanding of health safety protocols
Desirable
- Previous experience working with patients in a caring environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to communicate accurately and concisely with patients, their carers/relatives and other members of staff
- Ability to perform phlebotomy procedures in a competent manner
Personal skills
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team and accept direction from senior or more experienced staff.
- Ability to prioritise tasks where appropriate. Able to write clearly and accurately
- Able to communicate accurately and concisely with patients, their carers/relatives and other members of staff.
- Ability to perform phlebotomy procedures in a competent manner
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).
