Phlebotomist

The Methodist Church in Britain; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Major Oak Medical Practice in Edwinstowe is seeking a part-time phlebotomist to start ASAP. The role focuses on venepuncture blood sampling, correct labelling and storage, and sending samples to the laboratory, with additional basic observations as directed by clinicians.

The 25-hour week runs Monday to Friday with early starts, and experience of the SystmOne system is essential for fit.

Qualifications

• Good general education is required.
• GCSE Maths grade A–C.
• GCSE English grade A–C.
• Word processing or information technology skills required.

Responsibilities

• Take blood samples by venepuncture in line with training and protocols.
• Label and store samples accurately and legibly to confirm patient identity.
• Check patient identity against the GP or nurse request with the patient where possible.
• Carry out observations including BP, urinalysis, height, weight, BMI and temperature.
• Take ear, throat and skin swabs as directed by the GP or practice nurse.
• Record blood collection and maintain patient records on SystmOne.
• Dispatch samples to the appropriate laboratories promptly.
• Liaise with laboratory staff at Sherwood Forest Hospital Trust.
• Offer smoking support by signposting to local cessation services.
• Receive, assist and direct patients to the appropriate service or healthcare professional.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

IT skills

Education

GCSE Maths A-C

GCSE English A-C

Tools

SystmOne

Job description

Major Oak Medical Practice in Edwinstowe needs a part-time phlebotomist to start as soon as possible. The job centres on taking blood samples by venepuncture, labelling and storing them correctly, and sending them on to the laboratory, alongside basic observations and swabs as directed by clinicians. The 25-hour week runs Monday to Friday with early starts, and the practice is a training practice within Sherwood PCN. Experience of the SystmOne clinical system is essential for fit.

What the job involves

• Take blood samples by venepuncture in line with training and practice protocols
• Store samples in appropriate containers
• Label all samples accurately and legibly to confirm patient identity
• Check patient identity against the GP or nurse request, confirming with the patient where possible
• Carry out observations including blood pressure, urinalysis, height, weight, BMI and temperature
• Take ear, throat and skin swabs as directed by the GP or practice nurse
• Record blood collection and keep accurate patient records on SystmOne
• Dispatch samples to the appropriate laboratories in a timely fashion
• Liaise effectively with laboratory staff at Sherwood Forest Hospital Trust
• Offer smoking support by signposting to local cessation services
• Receive, assist and direct patients to the appropriate service or healthcare professional
• Provide general assistance to the practice team and a friendly image to patients and visitors

Qualifications

• Good standard of general education
• GCSE Mathematics grade A to C
• GCSE English grade A to C
• Word processing or information technology skills

Experience

• Practical experience of working with others
• Experience of working within a General Practice office environment
• Experience of using SystmOne
• Practical experience of computerised recording systems

Nice to have

• Customer Service NVQ qualification
• Experience of using own initiative