Phlebotomist

Job summary
Parklands Surgery is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Phlebotomist to join our friendly, supportive and well-established team.

We are looking for someone who is reliable, organised and patient-focused, with the skills and experience to deliver a high-quality phlebotomy service within, working efficiently, remaining calm and organised within a busy environment.

Main duties of the job

• Undertake venepuncture and collect blood samples safely and efficiently.
• Ensure accurate labelling, handling and processing of specimens.
• Prepare samples for transport to the laboratory.
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
• Provide a professional, caring and reassuring service to patients.
• Follow infection prevention, health and safety, and practice protocols.

About us
We are a busy, patient-focused GP practice with a list size of approximately 14,000 patients. Our clinical team comprises 8 GPs, 4 Nurse Practitioners and 6 Practice Nurses, supported by an experienced administrative team. We use EMIS Web to support our day-to-day clinical services.

Job responsibilities

• Undertake venepuncture and collect blood samples safely and efficiently.
• Ensure accurate labelling, handling and processing of specimens.
• Prepare samples for transport to the laboratory.
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
• Provide a professional, caring and reassuring service to patients.
• Follow infection prevention, health and safety, and practice protocols.

Qualifications
Essential

• Recognised phlebotomy qualification or equivalent training.
• Demonstrable experience in venepuncture and blood sample collection.
• Basic Life Support training.
• Relevant healthcare qualifications or experience working in a GP practice or clinical setting.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Accurate record-keeping and attention to detail.
• Caring, compassionate and professional approach to patient care.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work flexibly and manage workload efficiently.

Desirable

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

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.