Phlebotomist

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust; Buxton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust in Buxton is seeking a Band 2 Phlebotomist to join the Outpatient Dept at Buxton Hospital and Cavendish Hospital.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering blood collection with accuracy and a focus on patient experience, while supporting flexible teamwork and ongoing professional development. Training opportunities will be available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Good communication with patients and team.
• Knowledge of issues regarding confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a small team of phlebotomists in Buxton.
• Participate in Community Phlebotomy clinics and GP Practices.
• Adhere to patient-centred care and team approach.

Skills

Good communication

Education

Grade C or equivalent

Job description

The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of individuals from BME backgrounds and welcomes applicants from these communities. DCHS is also an LGBT inclusive employer. Selection will be on a basis of merit. The Trust has achieved the status of a Disability Confident Leader and guarantees to invite to assessment applicants who meet the criteria for the job vacancy. To ensure the diversity of the workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.

Be outstanding - join an outstanding team!

Job overview

We currently have an opportunity for a Band 2, Phlebotomist to join our caring and committed Outpatient Dept at Buxton Hospital and Cavendish Hospital, Buxton, Derbyshire.

The post holder must have access to their own means of transport and be able to meet the travel requirements of the post.

You will be part of a team which provides person centred, individualised care and the successful candidate will be a good communicator who believes that the patient experience is central to the care they deliver.

We are looking for an individual who is flexible, reliable, dynamic in outlook, with a keen sense of team working and eager to learn new skills.

You will work as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team and be supported in your professional development.

Personal and professional growth is actively supported, and although previous experience is desirable, training for the right candidate will be available.

Candidates are invited to visit us by prior arrangement on the number below.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Sister, Tracey Dowsett or RN, Jane Holmes. 01298 212205

Main duties of the job

KEY PURPOSE/SUMMARY

• To work proactively as part of a small team of phlebotomists in Buxton in an established service
• To participate in the work of the Community Phlebotomy clinics and the GP Practices
• To participate in the evolving and changing needs of patients in the local practice population
• To regularly work without supervision for periods of time during the working day
• At all times to behave and conduct themselves in a manner that reflects the 'DCHS way'

Working for our organisation

Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.

We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people's own homes and via virtual consultations.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Person specification

Education

Essential criteria

• Educated to grade C or equivalent work through working life, skills and knowledge.

Desirable criteria

• Venepuncture previous experience

Training and experience

Essential criteria

• Knowledge of issues regarding confidentiality

Desirable criteria

• NVQ level2 in Health/Social care

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS) is one of the largest providers of specialist community healthcare in England and we currently employ around 4,500 staff. We deliver a variety of services across Derbyshire, caring for nearly 1.8 million patients each year.

We deliver patient care through 11 community hospitals, 4 minor injury units, 29 health centres and a learning disability centre. Another key part of our service is out in the community where we care for people in their own homes via therapists, health visitors and district nurses, and promoting public health in the wider community. As a Trust we care for patients of all ages with a special focus on the needs of elderly people and the very young.

DCHS has been recognised as a top 10 NHS organisation to work for in the UK by the Health Service Journal and NHS Employers in their Best Places to Work 2015 campaign. The Trust is also the runner-up in the category for the best NHS community trust employer.

Our vision is to see the health of local communities improve through partnership working, putting people at the centre and looking to the future.

Our values:

1) To get the basics right - For each other, local people and communities

2) To act with compassion and respect - For each other, local people and communities

3) To make a positive difference - For each other, local people and communities

4) To value and develop teamwork - With our partners and within DCHS

5) To value diversity and inclusivity - Of each other, local people and communities.

• The majority of our locations offer free parking facilities for staff.

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.

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