University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
We currently have a vacancy for a part-time phlebotomist to work alongside our existing team at the Princess Royal Hospital. You will be providing a valuable service throughout the hospital, taking blood samples from hospital in-patients and out-patients. Experience would be preferred but not essential as full training is provided. Please note the successful candidate will be expected to undertake venepuncture on children as well as adults after full training and assessment. Applicants who declared they have phlebotomy experience will be requested for evidence if shortlisted for interview. Successful candidates will be based at the Princess Royal site; however, at times you may be expected to cover other locations where the phlebotomy service is provided. The phlebotomy department is open from 8.30 to 16.30. The hours for this role are 24 per week worked on a roster including weekend working (mornings only). Main duties of the job
This post involves the taking of blood samples from patients in wards and clinics, providing reception/telephone duties as and when required. Job responsibilities
To assess patients presenting for blood tests as per the indications and contra-indications for the practice of venepuncture. To confirm patients details and identity. To take blood samples from patients, exercising care and attention. To accurately label sample bottles in accordance with SOPs. To transport samples safely and securely to the laboratory whenever required. To implement initial dispatch to the laboratory for those samples requiring urgent/immediate attention. To deal with patients, their relatives, and other staff in a courteous and sympathetic manner, in person and by telephone. To undertake duties using established work systems and new systems as introduced, and to undergo training in their correct use. To record accurately numbers of patients bled in outpatients, wards and other locations. Person Specification
Qualifications
Able to work to NVQ Level 2 standard or have equivalent experience. Knowledge / Experience
Able to be trained in HIV awareness and back care. Able to develop knowledge of medical terminology and Biomedical investigations. Able to be trained in the use of a variety of blood collection systems. Worked in a healthcare/person-centred environment. Skills
Basic IT skills. Motivation for post
What is their motivation for this post? Why do they want to work for us? Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). 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. Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
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We currently have a vacancy for a part-time phlebotomist to work alongside our existing team at the Princess Royal Hospital. You will be providing a valuable service throughout the hospital, taking blood samples from hospital in-patients and out-patients. Experience would be preferred but not essential as full training is provided. Please note the successful candidate will be expected to undertake venepuncture on children as well as adults after full training and assessment. Applicants who declared they have phlebotomy experience will be requested for evidence if shortlisted for interview. Successful candidates will be based at the Princess Royal site; however, at times you may be expected to cover other locations where the phlebotomy service is provided. The phlebotomy department is open from 8.30 to 16.30. The hours for this role are 24 per week worked on a roster including weekend working (mornings only). Main duties of the job
This post involves the taking of blood samples from patients in wards and clinics, providing reception/telephone duties as and when required. Job responsibilities
To assess patients presenting for blood tests as per the indications and contra-indications for the practice of venepuncture. To confirm patients details and identity. To take blood samples from patients, exercising care and attention. To accurately label sample bottles in accordance with SOPs. To transport samples safely and securely to the laboratory whenever required. To implement initial dispatch to the laboratory for those samples requiring urgent/immediate attention. To deal with patients, their relatives, and other staff in a courteous and sympathetic manner, in person and by telephone. To undertake duties using established work systems and new systems as introduced, and to undergo training in their correct use. To record accurately numbers of patients bled in outpatients, wards and other locations. Person Specification
Qualifications
Able to work to NVQ Level 2 standard or have equivalent experience. Knowledge / Experience
Able to be trained in HIV awareness and back care. Able to develop knowledge of medical terminology and Biomedical investigations. Able to be trained in the use of a variety of blood collection systems. Worked in a healthcare/person-centred environment. Skills
Basic IT skills. Motivation for post
What is their motivation for this post? Why do they want to work for us? Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). 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. Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
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