Phlebotomist

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 Royal Stoke, the successful applicant will be expected to work at the community centres as well as Royal Stoke and County Hospitals. You should be able to work independently and as part of a team. Attention to detail is important along with basic keyboard skills, and applicants should enjoy the challenge of working in a fast-paced patient environment. It is a requirement of your role that 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. Expenses will be paid in accordance with Trust Policy when you use your vehicle for work purposes. We offer a phlebotomy service in a range of locations across North Midlands including Royal Stoke and County Hospitals, ward-based, community walk-in centres, and community appointment-based clinics. 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 research. The Trust has around 1,450 inpatient beds across 2 sites. Our 11,000-strong workforce provides emergency treatment, planned operations, and medical care from Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital in County. For further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager. Working Hours: Monday: 8am - 5pm Tuesday: 1pm - 5pm Wednesday: 8am - 5pm Qualifications / Training

Essential Criteria

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 Criteria

GCSE at grade C or above or equivalent in a science subject. Care related NVQ. Experience

Essential Criteria

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

Previous work involving Phlebotomy. Work in a healthcare role or similar. Skills & Knowledge

Essential Criteria

Ability to work to defined protocols and seek advice where appropriate. Basic keyboard skills. Good written communication skills. Other Job Requirements

Essential Criteria

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

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