Phlebotomist
- NHS
- Part Time
- Whitstable
- Negotiable
Job Description
Job summary
Whitstable Medical Practice is looking for a skilled and professional Phlebotomist to join our friendly team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a patient-focused environment, assisting in the collection and processing of blood samples while ensuring the highest standards of care and accuracy.
This opportunity is for 12.5 hours per week with the work pattern to be confirmed.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a compassionate, caring individual who is confident in performing venepuncture and can support both clinical staff and patients effectively.
About us
Whitstable Medical Practice is a forward thinking single practice Primary Care Network (PCN) GP Practice based across 3 sites in Whitstable. There are 24 equity partners looking after over 44'000 patients. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach to Primary Care. We are a training practice and run various in house contracts including Cataract surgery, Ultrasound, Dermatology, Physio Therapies and Audiology together with further community contracts, a Day Surgery Suite and Urgent Treatment Centre with Digital X-Ray.
Job responsibilities
- Perform venepuncture on patients of all ages, ensuring safe and efficient blood collection.
- Ensure all blood samples are labelled, processed and stored correctly.
- Maintain infection control and hygiene protocols to prevent contamination.
- Provide reassurance and support to patients, including those who may be nervous or needle-phobic.
- Accurately record and update patient information on EMIS Web.
- Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses and administrative staff to support patient care.
- Assist in stock control and ensure phlebotomy supplies are well-maintained.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work efficiently and confidently in a fast paced environment. Strong attention to detail. Good team player. Ability to manage own workload while ensuring high levels of patient care.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP practice. Experience in EMIS Web and Docman.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified in Phlebotomy. GCSE grade A to C/9 to 4 in Maths and English.
Desirable
- Minimum 6 months experience in a phlebotomy role within a GP practice.
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
Whitstable Medical Practice
Address
Estuary View Medical Centre
Boorman Way
Whitstable
Kent
CT5 3SE
Employer's website
https://www.whitstablemedicalpractice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
