Phlebotomist - University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Candidates should have at least 6 months phlebotomy experience and strong communication skills. The post emphasizes patient care, accuracy in labeling, and adherence to safety policies.

Qualifications

• Basic numeracy and literacy are required.
• NVQ level 2 or 6 months of practical phlebotomy experience.
• Experience with laboratory computer systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples from patients as requested by an authorised officer, using venepuncture or skin puncture methods.
• Communicate clearly and sensitively with patients, ensuring welfare and dignity.
• Maintain accurate patient identification, labeling, and sample transport per SOPs.
• Provide an efficient, high-quality service and support across site and outreach clinics.

Skills

Communication skills

Diplomacy

Procedure adherence

MS Word & MS Outlook

Education

NVQ level 2 or 6 months phlebotomy experience

Tools

Laboratory computer systems

Job description

Phlebotomist - University Hospital Lewisham

Part time Phlebotomist required. Working 20 hrs per week over a 7 day rota. Between the hours of 07:00 to 20:00. (Subject to service requirements).

The successful candidates will be part of a team and will be based at University Hospital Lewisham covering Community clinics and OPD and Wards in the Hospital. You must also be willing to work cross site and at any associated outreach clinics within the Trust when required.

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this post

Main duties of the job

The post holder will have at least 6 months phlebotomy experience both on wards and in clinics, and be able to demonstrate confident communication and interpersonal skills.

The Phlebotomy team cover weekend duties on a rotational basis; therefore flexibility of the successful candidate is essential.

If you are self-motivated, reliable and conscientious with a flexible approach we would like to hear from you.

Based at University Hospital Lewisham covering Community clinics and OPD and Wards in the Hospital. taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing. You must also be willing to work cross site and at any associated outreach clinics within the Trust when required.

The shifts can be between 07:00 and 20:00 - Mondays to Sundays. However these are subject to change depending on service needs.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

• Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
• Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
• Improving the experience of staff with disability
• Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
• Making equalities mainstream

Job responsibilities

Job Summary:

To collect blood samples safely and efficiently in accordance with good laboratory practice and trust policies

Key Result Areas & Performance:

The post holder will be expected to carry out the following duties under the supervision of qualified staff and in accordance with appropriate standard operating procedures (SOPs), policies and Health and safety guidance:

• To collect blood samples from patients as requested by an authorised officer, by means of venepuncture, skin puncture or other approved methods. Requests for blood will be for a large variety of routine and special tests, and must be collected into the appropriate tubes
• To communicate effectively and sensitively with patients concerning the phlebotomy procedure, with due respect for the patients welfare and dignity
• To be aware of physical and/or psychological needs of the patient whilst taking blood samples, ensuring that assistance is available as and when necessary
• To ensure that patient identification details are checked on every patient before the venepuncture procedure is performed
• To ensure correct labelling of sample tubes with patient details and the correlation of request forms with samples
• To ensure the safe transit of urgent and routine blood samples from wards and clinic areas to laboratories and to ensure that urgent samples are dealt with in accordance with laboratory policy.
• To take responsibility for all blood samples collected by indicating the date, time and signature of phlebotomist on the request form on completion
• To establish a relationship of trust and understanding with patients and other groups of staff, ensuring that a good public image and perception of Phlebotomy is maintained at all times
• To provide an efficient, high-quality service to all patients of the Trust at all times
• To keep all phlebotomy areas clean and tidy in line with Health and Safety policies
• To comply with all Trust and Departmental procedures concerning phlebotomy, including infection control
• To provide accurate written statements in the event of accidents, incidents and/or complaints
• To prepare samples for transportation from satellite phlebotomy areas to pathology reception
• To provide a reception service for patients, including where necessary the production of specimen labels

Qualifications & Training

• Basic Numeracy and literacy
• NVQ level 2 or 6 month practical phlebotomy experience

Experience

• 6 month Practical Phlebotomy experience
• Experience of laboratory computer systems.
• Paediatric phlebotomy.
• Previous hospital experience.

Knowledge

• Understanding of Health & Safety implications relevant to Phlebotomy.

Skills/Abilities

• Able to communicate clearly, both verbally & in writing, to all levels of staff within the organisation.
• Ability to exercise diplomacy.
• Ability to follow standard procedures.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word & Microsoft Outlook.

Disposition

• Ability to work under pressure & remain calm in a busy environment.
• Ability to deal with patients in a sensitive manner.
• Pleasant & helpful approach.
• Reliable, conscientious and motivated.

Other Requirements

• Flexible working as required .
• Willing to work at all Trust sites.

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.

£25,272 a yearper annum plus HCA pro rata