Job summary
Are you committed to delivering excellent patient care and eager to make a real difference in a dynamic clinical setting? Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking for motivated and dedicated Phlebotomists to join our growing team. This part-time Band 2 position offers 37.5 hours per week and includes weekend and bank holiday working as part of our 7-day service.
You will work across a range of areas -- including Phlebotomy, Outpatients and Ward In-Patient services -- at both Bedford Hospital and Gilbert Hitchcock House. As an integral member of our team, you will support essential diagnostic services and contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care.
Whether you are experienced or just starting your career, we offer comprehensive in-house training to help you develop the skills needed to succeed in this important role. If you are dependable, compassionate and keen to be part of a busy, supportive team, we would be delighted to hear from you.
For further information, please contact: Dee Harman - 01234 355122 ext. 3430
Main duties of the job
We are seeking an individual to join our well-established team to carry out phlebotomy duties within Outpatient departments and across the Trust as required. Key responsibilities include participating in the routine phlebotomy service, working independently when necessary, and effectively prioritising workload. You will be expected to follow all Trust infection prevention and control policies, including hand hygiene, personal hygiene, and environmental and food hygiene, and to complete all required infection-control training.
The role involves managing a high volume of patients while treating each person with care and ensuring the correct number and type of blood containers are used. Professional conduct must be maintained at all times.
Previous phlebotomy experience 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 vacancy; please review them for full details and responsibilities.
Key duties include:
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Taking blood samples from both Outpatients and Inpatients.
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Carrying out general departmental tasks as required.
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Labelling blood samples in accordance with adult and paediatric venepuncture clinical guidelines.
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Ensuring blood samples are correctly packaged by staff for safe transportation to the pathology laboratory.
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Cleaning and maintaining sterile working areas.
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Completing all required Statutory Training for the role.
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Undertaking routine stock checks and monitoring stock levels.
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Adhering to all infection control policies.
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Assisting in anticoagulation clinics when needed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this vacancy; please review them for full details and responsibilities.
Key duties include:
-
Taking blood samples from both Outpatients and Inpatients.
-
Carrying out general departmental tasks as required.
-
Labelling blood samples in accordance with adult and paediatric venepuncture clinical guidelines.
-
Ensuring blood samples are correctly packaged by staff for safe transportation to the pathology laboratory.
-
Cleaning and maintaining sterile working areas.
-
Completing all required Statutory Training for the role.
-
Undertaking routine stock checks and monitoring stock levels.
-
Adhering to all infection control policies.
-
Assisting in anticoagulation clinics when needed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general education
- Experienced in Phlebotomy
Desirable
- Certificate of competence in phlebotomy
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in a Phlebotomy department.
- Ability to perform phlebotomy procedures in a competent manner
Desirable
- Previous experience working with patients in a caring environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team and accept direction from senior or more experienced staff.
- Ability to perform phlebotomy procedures in a competent manner.
Desirable
- Working in a Hospital environment
Personal skills
Essential
- Able to communicate accurately and concisely with patients, their carers/relatives and other members of staff.
- Able to write clearly and accurately.
Desirable
- Ability to prioritise tasks where appropriate.
- Enthusiastic and flexible.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general education
- Experienced in Phlebotomy
Desirable
- Certificate of competence in phlebotomy
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in a Phlebotomy department.
- Ability to perform phlebotomy procedures in a competent manner
Desirable
- Previous experience working with patients in a caring environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team and accept direction from senior or more experienced staff.
- Ability to perform phlebotomy procedures in a competent manner.
Desirable
- Working in a Hospital environment
Personal skills
Essential
- Able to communicate accurately and concisely with patients, their carers/relatives and other members of staff.
- Able to write clearly and accurately.
Desirable
- Ability to prioritise tasks where appropriate.
- Enthusiastic and flexible.
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).
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