Phlebotomist

Job title:

Phlebotomist

Company

NHS

Job description

We are looking for a confident and well-presented individual to join our phlebotomy team. The collection of quality blood samples from patients is a vital stage in many medical investigations. The successful applicants must enjoy working with people and possess good communication skills.Based at Macclesfiled District General Hospital the successful applicant will be expected to work at all community centers including Knutsford community Hospital and Congleton War Memorial Hospital. You should have experience of working within a team and be able to work independently at all venues.Attention to detail is important along with basic keyboard skills and applicants should enjoy the challenge of working in a fast pace patient environment.It is a requirement of your role you have access to a car for work purposes which must be suitable for travelling to community phlebotomy clinics and transporting samples back to the hospital It is your responsibility to ensure the vehicle is insured for class 1 business use and the transportation of pathology samples. Expense will be paid in accordance with Trust Policy when you use your vehicle for work purposed.*FULL UK DRIVING LICENCE IS ESSENTIAL FOR THE ROLE.Main duties of the jobWe offer a phlebotomy service in a range of locations across Cheshire, including ward based services, community appointment based clinics.The post holder is required for the collection of venous blood samples for pathological analysis.The post holder will be required to work independently and as part of a team when required.They will be asked to liaise with other health care professionals, clinicians, laboratory staff, patients and/or their representatives, both in person and over the telephone.The role involves handling biological samples that may contain pathogenic micro-organisms; therefore, ensuring that all procedures are adhered to when undertaking blood sampling according to laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and the policies and procedures of the department, especially in relation to Health & Safety and Quality.The post holder must be able to support the department in multiple venues, when required.UHNM Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country We serve around 3 million people and we are highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and researchThe Trust has around 1,450 in patient beds across 2 sites Our 11,00 strong workforce provide emergency treatment, planned operations and medical care from Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital.About usUniversity Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. We serve around three million people and we’re highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. The Trust has around 1,450 inpatient beds across two sites in Stoke-on-Trent and Stafford. Our 11,000 strong workforce provide emergency treatment, planned operations and medical care from Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital in Stafford.We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. We have put together a wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfill their potential. Our goal is to be a world-class centre of achievement, where patients receive the highest standards of care and the best people come to learn, work and research.Investing in the health and well being of our staff is really important to us. We offer a range of options for our staff to help maintain a good work-life balance including full time, part time hours and bank hours. We are also committed to offering flexible working wherever we can and where relevant to the role and the service, agile working. You can select your preferences upon application.Date posted11 February 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 2Salary£23,615 a year pro rata paContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number205-6975524Job locationsMacclesfeild District General HospitalVictoria roadMacclesfieldSK10 3BLJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.Person SpecificationQualifications /TrainingEssential

• NVQ /QCF level 2 /apprenticeship level 2 or equivalent in related subject or GCSE English and maths at C grade or above or equivalent

Desirable

• GCSE at grade c or above or equivalent in a science subject
• Care related NVQ

ExperienceEssential

• Evidence of manual dexterity and technical work
• Experience of working as part of a team.

Desirable

• Previous work involving Phlebotomy
• Work in a healthcare role or similar

Skills & KnowledgeEssential

• Ability to work to defined protocols and seek advice where appropriate
• Basic Keyboard Skills
• Good written communication skills

Other Job RequirementsEssential

• Understanding of the job requirements
• Must have transport and be able to travel to outreach/walk-in phlebotomy clinics

Person SpecificationQualifications /TrainingEssential

• NVQ /QCF level 2 /apprenticeship level 2 or equivalent in related subject or GCSE English and maths at C grade or above or equivalent

Desirable

• GCSE at grade c or above or equivalent in a science subject
• Care related NVQ

ExperienceEssential

• Evidence of manual dexterity and technical work
• Experience of working as part of a team.

Desirable

• Previous work involving Phlebotomy
• Work in a healthcare role or similar

Skills & KnowledgeEssential

• Ability to work to defined protocols and seek advice where appropriate
• Basic Keyboard Skills
• Good written communication skills

Other Job RequirementsEssential

• Understanding of the job requirements
• Must have transport and be able to travel to outreach/walk-in phlebotomy clinics

Expected salary

£23615 per year

Location

Macclesfield, Cheshire

Job date

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 07:09:08 GMT

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