Phlebotomist

Trinity Medical Centre; Hove; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern GP Practice in Hove seeks an experienced Phlebotomist to work 37 hours per week. The role involves collecting blood samples, consenting patients, and record-keeping in the electronic system. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and phlebotomy knowledge, with opportunities for professional development. The practice offers a supportive environment and competitive pay, up to £13 an hour based on experience.

Benefits

Competitive salary (based on experience)

Supportive, friendly team environment

Opportunities for professional development and training

On-site parking

Excellent public transport links

Qualifications

• Experience of working in primary care.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Broad knowledge and ideally experience of phlebotomy in a primary care environment.

Responsibilities

• Collection of samples of blood in accordance with phlebotomy protocol.
• Obtaining consent from the patient to collect blood samples.
• Accurate, legible labelling of all samples.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Team player

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of phlebotomy

Education

Good standard of education, including English and Maths

Tools

Clinical IT systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Phlebotomist to join our team for 37 hours per week.

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Supportive, friendly team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• On-site parking and excellent public transport links
• Modern, purpose-built premises in central Hove

Main duties of the job

• Collection of sample(s) of blood in accordance to our phlebotomy protocol
• Completing bloods required for QOF or LCS Claims

About us

A converted church in the middle of Hove, now a modern GP Practice, home to over 25,000 patients, where we use innovation and technology to deliver the very best in patient care.

Job responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Phlebotomist to join our team for 37 hours per week.

Benefits include: NHS Pension Scheme, regular MDT meetings , progression and developmental opportunities for those seeking to increase clinical skills over time.

Working under the direct supervision of the Lead Practice Nurse and strictly in accordance with specific Practice guidelines and protocols, the Phlebotomist will assist the Practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of Phlebotomy Services and contribute to the effectiveness of the team.

Clinically Related Responsibilities:

• Obtaining consent from the Patient to collect blood samples
• Confirmation of the Patients identity by obtaining their full name, date of birth and address
• Collection of sample(s) of blood in accordance to our phlebotomy protocol
• To follow our sharps disposal protocol and to have up to date BLS training
• Ensure that needle stick injury guidelines are followed correctly
• Ensuring samples are stored appropriately
• Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity and minimise rejected samples
• Recording collection of blood samples in Patients electronic record in accordance with Practice procedure
• Communicate effectively with patients, recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly
• Ensuring that samples are dispatched to the appropriate laboratories in a timely fashion
• Understand and adhered to infection control guidelines
• Ensuring that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff
• Notify GP/nurse of any significant patient issues
• Liaising effectively with the wider team
• Report any clinical or environmental concerns where appropriate
• Check restock and rotate stock
• Ensure knowledge and compliance of practice policies and procedures
• Input of all patient contact using the clinical system after training
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of practice policy on information governance

Non Clinical Responsibilities:

Under the guidance of the Lead Nurse, undertake any other tasks associated with supporting the Nursing Team which may include, but are not limited to-

Stocking Clinical rooms with supplies

Undertaking Stock Checks

Person Specification:

You should have the ability to communicate well and have a pleasant and articulate manner

Able to work in a busy environment

Team player with excellent communication skills

Good time management skills and ability to work to deadlines

Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively

Good standard of education including qualification in English and Maths

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Excellent interpersonal skills

Broad knowledge and ideally experience of phlebotomy in a primary care environment

Use of Clinical IT systems

Knowledge of Information Governance and Caldicott Principles

Understanding of Clinical Governance

Experience of working in a GP Practice (Desirable)

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience of working in primary care

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.

Depending on experienceUp to £13 an Hour