Phlebotomist

The Methodist Church in Britain; Rushden; Presencial; GBP 12.000 - 18.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Parklands Surgery in Rushden is recruiting a phlebotomist to join the clinical team. The role focuses on venepuncture, labeling and processing specimens, and keeping accurate patient records. The post runs Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 1:30pm, in a busy GP practice using EMIS Web.

A recognised phlebotomy qualification or equivalent, plus Basic Life Support, is required. Demonstrated venepuncture experience in a GP or clinical setting is desirable.

Formación

• Recognised phlebotomy qualification or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support training is required.
• GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent (nice-to-have).

Responsabilidades

• Take blood by venepuncture and label specimens accurately.
• Prepare samples for transport to the laboratory.
• Maintain accurate patient records in EMIS Web.
• Provide a caring, reassuring service to patients.
• Follow infection prevention, health and safety protocols.

Conocimientos

Communication skills

Record-keeping

Patient care

Venepuncture experience

Teamwork

Educación

Phlebotomy qualification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

GCSEs English & Maths

Descripción del empleo

Parklands Surgery, a GP practice with about 14,000 patients, is recruiting a phlebotomist to its clinical team. The job centres on taking blood samples by venepuncture, labelling and processing specimens for the laboratory, and keeping accurate patient records. The post runs Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 1.30pm, in a busy practice that uses EMIS Web. A recognised phlebotomy qualification or equivalent, plus Basic Life Support training, is required.

What the job involves

• Take blood by venepuncture and collect samples safely and efficiently
• Label, handle and process specimens accurately
• Prepare samples for transport to the laboratory
• Keep accurate patient records and clinical documentation
• Give a professional, caring and reassuring service to patients
• Follow infection prevention, health and safety and practice protocols

Qualifications

• Recognised phlebotomy qualification or equivalent training
• Basic Life Support training

Experience

• Demonstrable experience in venepuncture and blood sample collection
• Experience in a GP practice or clinical setting, or relevant healthcare qualifications

Skills & knowledge

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Accurate record-keeping and attention to detail
• Caring, compassionate and professional approach to patient care
• Works independently and as part of a team
• Works flexibly and manages workload efficiently

Nice to have

• Understanding of infection prevention, health and safety and confidentiality
• GCSEs in English and Maths, or equivalent
• Experience using EMIS Web and ICE