Phlebotomist

NHS Jobs; Dartford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Jobs in Dartford is seeking a phlebotomist to support the Practice clinical team under supervision, following practice guidelines and protocols. You will assist with prescribed patient care programmes and contribute to smooth patient flow in a busy clinic.

The role emphasises teamwork, evidence-based practice, and the ability to prioritise tasks, move and handle patients, and maintain a positive, proactive attitude within a busy primary care setting.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrate evidence-based clinical skills.
• Show potential for clinical leadership with junior staff.
• Able to work effectively within a team.
• Competent in clinical skills relevant to phlebotomy post.
• Ability to prioritise, organise and work in a busy environment.
• Basic IT skills are desirable.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, pro-activity, flexibility and motivation.
• Shows initiative and resourcefulness.
• Evidence of physical, mental and emotional resources to fulfil the post.
• Ability to move and handle patients.

Skills

Good communication

Evidence-based clinical skills

Clinical leadership potential

Teamwork

Clinical skills competencies

Prioritisation

Basic IT skills

Enthusiasm and pro-activity

Initiative

Physical and emotional stamina

Manual handling of patients

Commitment to equal opportunities

Job description

Working under the direct supervision of the Practice Nurses and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the phlebotomist will assist the Practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care.

SKILLS & ABILITIES - Essential

• Good communication skills, verbal and written
• Demonstrate evidence based clinical skills
• Demonstrate potential clinical leadership skills with junior staff
• Able to show evidence of working within a team
• Able to demonstrate competencies in clinical skills relevant to the post.
• Ability to prioritise, organise and work in a busy environment
• Basic IT skills
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, pro-activity, flexibility and motivation
• Shows initiative
• Evidence of the required physical, mental and emotional resources to fulfil post
• Able to move and handle patients

Positive attitude to equal opportunities