Phlebotomist

NHS; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare practice in Bishop Auckland is seeking a Phlebotomist to join their nursing team. The role involves performing venepuncture, maintaining patient records, and collaborating with the nursing team. Candidates should have NVQ level 3 and strong communication skills. The position requires 4 mornings a week from 8 AM to 1 PM. The practice offers a supportive environment and is committed to quality patient care.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Training in Systm1

Experience in a busy healthcare setting

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a healthcare setting required.
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure is essential.
• Experience working with the general public is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient consent for blood sample collection.
• Perform venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols.
• Maintain accurate patient records on System1.

Skills

Phlebotomy skills

Communication skills

IT Skills

Education

NVQ level 3

Good standard of general education

Tools

Systm1

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking for someone to join our nursing team. They will work under the direction of the lead nurse and as part of thepractice multidisciplinary team, the post holder will be responsible forperforming venepuncture, as requested by the clinical team, to the entitledpatient population. In addition, the Phlebotomistwill be expected to support the nursing team on an as required basis.

Main duties of the job

The following are the core responsibilities ofthe Phlebotomist. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out othertasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffinglevels:

Obtainingpatient consent for the collection of a blood sample

Performingvenepuncture in accordance with practice protocols

Maintainingaccurate patient records on System1

Thecorrect labelling, packaging and storing of samples

Effectiveuse of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies

Ensuringsamples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner

Maintainingan effective liaison with the laboratory staff at

In addition to the primary responsibilities,the Phlebotomist may be requested to:

Participatein practice audit as directed by the audit lead.

Participatein local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

Supportand participate in shared learning within the practice

Workingcollaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary forpatient related matters

About us

Auckland Medical Group is a busy/teaching practice with over 16000 patients based over 3 sites. We have 6 partners, 2 salaried GPs, 4 nurse practitioners, 8 practice nurse, 1 nursing associates, 3 HCA and an excellent admin and receptionist team.

CQC good

System 1

Friendly supportive team

Job responsibilities

An opportunity for a phlebotomist to join our team at Auckland Medical GroupKey Skills and Experience Required:

• Phlebotomist with up-to-date phlebotomy skills
• Able to process blood samples, using Systm1 (Training provided)
• IT Skills (moderate)Communication The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:
• Communicate effectively with other team members
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers
• Recognise people's needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly. Contribution to the implementation of services.
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data
• The surgery is open Monday - Friday 8:00am - 18:00pm
• The successful candidates working hours will be 4 mornings from 8am until 1pm.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Good standard of general education
• Qualified to NVQ level 3
• Knowledge of Systm 1

Experience

• Experience of working with the general public
• Experience of working in a healthcare setting
• Good telephone manner
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Effective time management
• Flexible and cooperative
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure.
• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Competent in the use of office and outlook

Knowledge and skills

• Ability to provide quality care
• Awareness of blood-borne viruses

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.