Phlebotomist

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Bollington; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Phlebotomy assistant to support phlebotomy sessions, ensure patient safety and comfort, and manage accurate data entry in EMIS. The role requires precise sample handling, adherence to SOPs, and clear communication with patients and carers.

The post emphasizes accurate identity checks, proper labeling of samples, PPE compliance, and collaborative teamwork in a clinical setting at a hospital trust in England.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate professionally with patients and carers.
• Experience with phlebotomy and patient safety procedures.
• Competent in using computer systems for patient data entry.

Responsibilities

• Communicate professionally with team members and patients.
• Perform phlebotomy following SOPs and document intervention.
• Ensure PPE use, patient identity checks, and proper sample labelling.
• Record and report issues with clinical supplies and maintain a clean room.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Phlebotomy

Documentation

Tools

ICE system

EMIS

Job description

Please see attached Job Description for full details Key Responsibilities Communication Communicate professionally and effectively with other team members. Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising their needs for alternative methods of communication. Clinical Ensure room is tidy, clean and well stocked prior to and after clinic session. Ensure any PPE is worn correctly to protect self and patient. Record and report issues with clinical supplies pertaining to phlebotomy. Perform phlebotomy on patients as per the standard operating procedure or SOP for obtaining blood from patients. Take effective measures to reduce patient anxiety related to blood taking procedures and ensure patient feels safe and well-informed throughout. Cross check all relevant patient information, tests required and any special requirements for those tests. Ensure correct identity of patients and the labelling of their samples and instruct on corrective methods for patients to seek assistance if or when discrepancies occur. Be competent with computer system (ICE) and understand how to handle patient data; ensuring information is accurate and secure. Be able to summon assistance in the event of an adverse reaction or fainting episode during phlebotomy session. Complete relevant documentation of the intervention on EMIS.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust