Phlebotomist
Job Description
Job summary
We are looking for a phlebotomist to join our team within a busy GP practice environment. This patient-facing role is integral to supporting the diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of patients by delivering a safe, efficient and high-quality blood collection service. You will work with a broad range of patients and collaborate closely with GPs, nurses and the wider practice team to ensure excellent standards of care. As part of the wider PICS team, you will benefit from a supportive working environment, opportunities for ongoing professional development and the chance to make a meaningful difference to patient outcomes every day.
Main duties of the job
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Deliver a professional phlebotomy service by obtaining patient consent, performing venepuncture safely and adhering to clinical protocols while providing an excellent patient experience.
Accurately record patient information, label and manage specimens, resolve discrepancies and ensure samples are processed and transported to laboratories within required timescales.
Work collaboratively with clinicians and practice colleagues to support service delivery, contribute to audits and continuous improvement initiatives, and promote high standards of patient care.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Relevant qualification in venepuncture and a good standard of education, including English and Mathematics (or equivalent).
Experience working within a General Practice setting and providing care or services directly to members of the public.
Excellent communication, organisational and IT skills, with the ability to maintain accurate clinical records and work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
About us
PICS is the employer for this role. We collaborate with patients and partners to design and deliver clinically robust health and social care solution through Community Services, Out of Hospital Services, GP Practices, and Primary Care Networks. Find out more about us: http://picsnhs.org.uk/.
Benefits of working for PICS
We offer a comprehensive package which includes:
- NHS Pension 2015 Scheme (subject to eligibility)
- Alternative government-based scheme (subject to eligibility)
- Competitive leave entitlement that includes maternity, paternity and adoption leave, study leave allowance, and sickness provisions
- Access to education and training opportunities, depending on your role (CPPE Pharmacy, NHS England Roadmap for First Contact Practitioners, apprenticeship schemes, support professional development)
- Working in a multi-disciplinary team with support from a wide variety of professionals
- A flexible approach to a work-life balance
- Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)
- Access to Blue Light Card scheme
- All staff events and conferences
- Staff engagement (Wellbeing Group, EDI Network, Staff Focus group)
- Free parking across many sites
- Personalised induction into the company and job role
Job responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Core Responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the phlebotomist. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:
Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample
Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols
Maintaining accurate patient records on SystmOne clinical system
The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples
Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies
Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner
Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters
Secondary Responsibilities
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Phlebotomist may be requested to:
Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead
Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
Support and participate in shared learning within the practice
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
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Experience
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Knowledge and Skills
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Qualifications
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- Please provide details of your CPD, using examples where necessary.
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
Primary Integrated Community Services
Address
Meden Medical Services
Warsop Primary Care Centre
Church Street
Warsop
Nottinghamshire
NG20 0BP
United Kingdom
