Patient-Centric Phlebotomist & Lab Support

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire; Coventry; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust seeks a dedicated laboratory support individual to collect blood samples from patients in various settings, prepare specimens for testing and support day-to-day lab operations.

The role involves assisting with reception duties, tracking samples, stock control and contributing to an out-of-hours service while upholding NHS values and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Basic numeracy and literacy qualifications required.
• Prior NHS or laboratory experience beneficial.
• Customer-facing experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples from inpatients, outpatients, clinics, GP surgeries and homes as directed.
• Ensure safe disposal of contaminated materials including sharps.
• Assist with reception duties and direct patients and staff as required.
• Sort and identify specimens and prepare samples for testing using standard techniques.
• Track and record samples to ensure accurate information is available to the supervisor.
• Monitor and replenish laboratory stock and assist with non-clinical tasks as trained.
• Support less experienced staff and participate in appraisals and personal reviews.
• Contribute to out-of-hours laboratory service as required.
• Promote health and safety practices and comply with Trust policies.

Skills

Patient focused

Good communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Basic numeracy & literacy qualifications

NVQ Level 2 in Laboratory and Associated Activities

Job description

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust seeks a dedicated laboratory support individual to collect blood samples from patients in various settings, prepare specimens for testing and support day-to-day lab operations.

The role involves assisting with reception duties, tracking samples, stock control and contributing to an out-of-hours service while upholding NHS values and safety standards.