Phlebotomist – Telford

The successful applicant will be part of a team that provides a phlebotomy service to The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust. Duties will include: Collection of blood samples by venepuncture from adults in general practice, ward and outpatient settings. Collection of blood samples by venepuncture from children age 12 months and over in outpatients or children's clinics. Recording and labelling of samples. Delivery of samples to the laboratory: by hand, via the hospital vacuum air tube system, by portering staff and transport systems. The successful candidate should have excellent communication skills, be able to work under pressure, have an approachable nature, the ability to fulfil the travel requirements, and the ability to record data accurately. Full and extensive departmental training will be given. Shifts will vary according to service needs, so flexibility is important. Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do. Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families. If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together! At present we have 40 Phlebotomists working across 4 sites. We provide a safe booking appointment system at The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford (PRH), The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (RSH), Community Diagnostics Centre (CDC), and Whitchurch Community Hospital. We cover inpatients (PRH/RSH only) and outpatients at all 4 sites, providing a service for both GPs and consultants. 1 X Full-time, 37.5 hours per week position (Permanent). An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic person with a caring and friendly nature to join the Phlebotomy Team at The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, CDC Telford, and Whitchurch Community Hospital. This is a Trainee Phlebotomist post. Full and extensive departmental training will be given to the successful candidate. We are recruiting for a full-time vacancy, worked Monday-Friday 7.5 hours per day, with weekend and bank holiday shifts of 4 hours per day. This will be on a Rota basis and time off will be given when on weekend duty.

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