Phlebotomist

St Mary's Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join the team at a leading hospital as a band 3 Phlebotomist, where you will play a crucial role in patient care by collecting blood samples and performing IV cannulation. This part-time position offers opportunities for professional development and collaboration with healthcare professionals in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Career development

Flexible working

Wellbeing programs

Staff recognition scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Car lease schemes

Season ticket loan

Membership options for onsite leisure facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in an acute care setting required.
• Demonstrates clear insight into the phlebotomist role.
• Teaching qualifications or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality phlebotomy services, including IV cannulation.
• Ensure accurate collection, labeling, and handling of blood samples.
• Support diagnostic processes and improve patient experience.

Skills

Team working

Interpersonal skills

Venepuncture

IV cannulation

Education

QCF Level 3 in Health or equivalent (NVQ3, Advanced Apprenticeship)

Job description

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Are you skilled in phlebotomy and IV cannulation and passionate about patient care? We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join our team on Valentine Ellis Ward. We are offering a part time position which is Monday to Wednesday, 0800-1600.

Valentine Ellis Ward is a very fast-paced 23-bedded acute Trauma, Orthopaedic and Plastics Ward. We work closely with our Major Trauma Centre, so we also facilitate patient flow for stepdown of Major Trauma, spinal trauma and non-trauma neuro patients. You will also be required to cover Albert ward which is our stepdown surgical ward and carry out phlebotomy service on their ward.

As a band 3 Phlebotomist, you will be responsible for collecting blood samples from patients in a safe and efficient manner. Your role involves preparing patients for blood collection, IV cannulation, ensuring correct labelling and handling of samples, and maintaining accurate records. You will work closely with members of the team such as nurses and doctors to ensure timely and accurate diagnostic testing is carried out, making a significant impact on patient care and outcomes.

Take this exciting step in your career and become a valued member of our team. Apply today and help us make a difference in the lives of our patients!

Main duties of the job

• To provide high-quality phlebotomy services including IV cannulation, ensuring accurate and efficient collection, labelling and handling of blood samples
• This role is essential for supporting diagnostic processes and patient care by ensuring that blood samples are collected in a safe, professional and compassionate manner
• To work towards improving the patient experience
• Teaching opportunities and upskilling staff in cannulation and phlebotomy

Working for our organisation

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk tous at interview.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person specification

Education/ Qualifications

• QCF Level 3 in Health or equivalent (NVQ3, Advanced Apprenticeship)

Experience

• Demonstrate a clear insight into the role.
• Up to date experience; worked within an acute care setting

Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities

• Good team working and interpersonal skills
• Ability to perform venepuncture and IV cannulation
• Teaching qualifications or experience

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