We are looking to expand our phlebotomy service at Eastbourne EDGH and are able to offer a part-time post of 25 hours a week. The post will require some weekend and bank holiday working and may on occasion require working at other ESHT sites.
As a service, we provide a phlebotomy service to the hospital wards seven days a week and busy outpatient clinics weekdays only, as well as a new Community Diagnostic Center unit in Bexhill.
We are looking for applicants with phlebotomy experience and are competent in the use of the Vacuette system, but training will be provided to candidates with the right qualities to join this busy team.
The successful candidate will be required to complete a probationary period during which they will undertake a competency assessment supported by the team leader.
Main duties of the job
To collect blood samples from patients in accordance with venepuncture, infection control and laboratory policies and procedures. This will include collecting samples within the hospital and the Phlebotomy Clinic in order to achieve efficient and effective patient care and effective resource management within the hospital. The post holders will be required to complete and pass an in-house venepuncture competency programme. The post holder must be polite and diplomatic whilst speaking directly to medical staff or patients and provide advice solely on the process of obtaining samples within Phlebotomy. They greet patients, take telephone bookings, and enter details on the department's computer when a receptionist is not available. About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work. We provide safe, compassionate and high-quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by over 7000 members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites, and in people's own homes. In 2020, the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'. In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once-in-a-lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop, and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come. Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position, please do not hesitate to contact us. Person Specification
Qualifications
Good level of general education Ability to pass the in-house competency-based phlebotomy training programme Hold a current Phlebotomy competence certificate Experience
Knowledge of and commitment to healthcare Relevant experience in a care or healthcare 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.
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To collect blood samples from patients in accordance with venepuncture, infection control and laboratory policies and procedures. This will include collecting samples within the hospital and the Phlebotomy Clinic in order to achieve efficient and effective patient care and effective resource management within the hospital. The post holders will be required to complete and pass an in-house venepuncture competency programme. The post holder must be polite and diplomatic whilst speaking directly to medical staff or patients and provide advice solely on the process of obtaining samples within Phlebotomy. They greet patients, take telephone bookings, and enter details on the department's computer when a receptionist is not available. About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work. We provide safe, compassionate and high-quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by over 7000 members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites, and in people's own homes. In 2020, the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'. In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once-in-a-lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop, and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come. Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached. If you have any questions about this position, please do not hesitate to contact us. Person Specification
Qualifications
Good level of general education Ability to pass the in-house competency-based phlebotomy training programme Hold a current Phlebotomy competence certificate Experience
Knowledge of and commitment to healthcare Relevant experience in a care or healthcare 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.
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