Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
The post provides a fantastic opportunity to work as part of the phlebotomy team based at Northern General Phlebotomy Outpatients. The post holder will be undertaking phlebotomy on patients within the Outpatient department using clinical skills such as venepuncture. Applicants must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
As a phlebotomist, you will take blood samples from patients which are examined in a laboratory to quickly diagnose diseases and conditions. When taking blood, you have to:
* ensure the patient is comfortable.
* take the blood correctly so it can be used for testing.
* label the samples carefully.
* store the blood correctly.
* deliver the samples promptly to the lab.
Patients may be nervous about having their blood taken, so you will need to reassure them and put them at ease.
Main duties of the job
As a phlebotomist, you'll need:
* to be competent in venepuncture skills.
* to be caring and kind.
* willing to be hands-on with patients.
* to be able to put patients at ease.
* to be able to follow instructions and procedures.
* to be able to work in a team but use your own initiative.
* to be able to explain procedures to patients, careful and methodical.
You'll also need:
* good organisational and observational skills.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff, including commitments to professional development and policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Location: The base for the service is Outpatient Phlebotomy at Northern. However, the post holder may also be required to undertake duties within Sheffield Teaching Hospitals.
This vacancy is advertised on a fixed term contract basis for a maximum of 6 months due to maternity leave. The fixed term contract status will be reviewed in accordance with the Trust's legal obligations regarding fixed term contracts and statutory maternity provisions.
Please note any secondment must first be agreed with your current line manager.
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Experience
* Experience of time management skills and prioritising work.
* Relevant experience of working in a health care setting as a phlebotomist.
* Experience in venepuncture.
Education and Qualifications
* Level 2 QCF Diploma in Clinical Healthcare support/ Level 2 NVQ in Healthcare/Health & Social Care.
* GCSE A*- D (4-9) in English Language or equivalent.
* GCSE A* - D (4-9) or equivalent in Mathematics.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
£23,615 a year pro rata for part-time staff.
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