Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
The post holder works under indirect supervision of the Paediatric Outpatient Ward Manager and undertakes tasks and duties delegated by the team leader or a suitably qualified, regulated professional. They will work collaboratively with the Multidisciplinary team to meet the needs of patients, following policy and procedures while providing supervision to more junior staff across paediatrics.
Main duties of the job
* To pro-actively participate in the planning, assessing, implementation and evaluation of patient care as part of the multi-disciplinary team throughout the patient pathway using research based practice.
* To deliver care in accordance with the Trust's and paediatric departments policies and protocols. To be aware of the organizational and nursing strategy.
* To ensure child protection and safeguarding issues are acted upon promptly and appropriately.
* Work autonomously and with others to always deliver high standards of care to patients and their carers, autonomously and as part of a team.
* Communicate in accordance with Trust values, to patients, carers and staff at all times.
About us
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.
The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Job responsibilities
Clinical
1. To be fully competent in all aspects of venepuncture as according to the Trust venepuncture policy and practice techniques maintaining competency levels through a six months re-assessment protocol and participate in (PDP)-Appraisals.
2. To cover Paediatric outpatient/ phlebotomy duties as requested on the daily Rota by the Paediatric outpatient manager and bring any problems to the attention of the line manager that may arise during the course of their duty.
3. Prioritise workload and organise and carry out work that promotes quality.
4. Measuring and recording following physiological measurements in routine presentations:
* Blood pressure
* Pulse rate and rhythm
* Temperature
* Height and weight
* ECG
* HbA1C Blood glucose test
1. To learn and maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the blood tests performed and their appropriate bottles and containers.
2. To label blood samples as directed by the venepuncture policies.
3. To adhere to the phlebotomy standard operating procedure for children under 16 years.
4. To carry out phlebotomy duties as agreed by the Medical team and bring any problems to the attention of the phlebotomy manager that may arise during the course of their duty.
5. To ensure a high standard of cleanliness around all equipment and space used for phlebotomy and adhere to infection control policies.
6. Using aseptic techniques whenever clinically indicated.
Please see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
* NVQ 3 or equivalent level of experience.
* Phlebotomy training program.
* Certification in venepuncture or willingness to work towards.
Experience
* Working within a multidisciplinary team.
* Ability to understand venepuncture procedures. Understand and take corrective action in case of an untoward event.
* Experience of establishing effective communication.
Skills and knowledge
* Ability to work within a team.
* Good knowledge of infection control measures needed when carrying out phlebotomy.
* Working knowledge of Health & Safety issues relating to venepuncture.
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
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
£28,622 to £30,225 a year per annum incl. HCAS
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