Main area Phlebotomy Grade NHS AfC: Band 3
Contract Permanent
Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (This is a cross site working post to include The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, Whitchurch Community Hospital, The Princess Royal Hospital and the Community Diagnostics Centre)
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Employer The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Employer type NHS
Site The Princess Royal hospital
Town Telford
Salary £24,071 - £25,674 per annum/pro rata
Salary period Yearly
Closing 27/03/2025 23:59
NHS AfC: Band 3
Job overview
An opportunity has arisen for experienced and enthusiastic individuals to join our Phlebotomy Team at The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford, The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital in Shrewsbury, Whitchurch Community Hospital Whitchurch and the new Clinical Diagnostics Centre based at Hollinswood house Telford. Working on Wards, Outpatients and in the community. Main base is Telford.
We are advertising for 3 x full time posts working 37.5 hours over 7 days at any of the phlebotomy locations. This is a cross site post when there is an operational need to travel to an alternative site. Monday-Friday 4 days 08:00-17:00 1 day 08:00-13.30 between phlebotomy operating hours. Following a rotational Rota for weekends and bank holidays. Phlebotomy operating hours currently are: 08:00-17:00 Monday-Friday, 08:00-12:00 noon Saturday's, Sunday's and bank holidays. These hours are currently under review and could be subject to change in the future.
The successful candidate must have experience as a Phlebotomist, should have excellent communication skills, be able to work under pressure with the ability to record data accurately, have an approachable nature and the ability to fulfil the travel requirements. Previous experience working as a supervisor is essential.
Shifts will vary according to service needs so flexibility is essential.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicants 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 community, wards, and outpatient
* Collection of blood samples by venepuncture from children age 12 months to 18 years.
* Recording and labelling of samples in accordance to SOP’s.
* Collection of relevant statistics and entering into relevant databases.
* Delivery of samples to the laboratory by hand, via the hospital vacuum air tube system, by portering staff and transport systems
* Understand and apply health and safety, clinical risk management and quality control responsibilities, as these relate to the performance of your duties.
* Maintain a clean and tidy working environment.
* Midday, morning, or afternoon shifts- including weekends and Bank/Public holidays are allocated on a rota basis across the whole team.
* There is occasional expectation to cover periods of absence by other members of the team.
* Through appraisal and liaison with the phlebotomy trainers, continually maintain and update skills, maintaining a personal record of achievement.
* Organising Rotas for all shift patterns for wards, outpatients and community.
* Supervising phlebotomists /booking team/volunteers
* Updating statistics
Working for our organisation
Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.
We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.
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!
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person specification
Education
* Evidence of a good level of general education including GCSE’s In Math’s and English grades 9 - 4 (or equivalent).
* NVQ Level 2 or equivalent experience
* First Aid certificate
* ECDL or equivalent
Skills
* Ability to pay close attention to detail
* Experience of working as a phlebotomist
* Paediatric venepuncture experience
* Good written and verbal skills
* Good level of interpersonal skills with all age groups
* Phlebotomy Competence certificate
* First Aid certificate
* ECDL or equivalent
By submitting your application to Trac, you are giving your consent for parts of your application data to be transferred to the NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) and other secure, internal NHS Workforce systems. This is to support and manage your recruitment and employment within your employing organisation.
If successful, by completing your application form you authorise the Trust to obtain any previous NHS service details including all electronically held sickness information, via the Inter Authority Transfer process on the national ESR.
If the role requires a qualification/professional registration, you will need to provide proof during the recruitment process. By submitting your application you are giving the Trust permission to check the qualification certificates provided back to the source provider. Please note that a sample of all applicant’s qualifications will be checked with the educational institution or provider.
If you require the application form in an alternative format, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01743 492402.
In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this post will be closed. Early applications are advised.
We commit to removing barriers for people with disabilities or long-term health conditions in recruitment, training, and career progression. We will offer an interview to all applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the above position and will support reasonable adjustments wherever possible.
We are committed to equal opportunities in employment. The policies and practices of the Trust aim to promote an environment that is free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of all people. At the heart of our policy, we seek to treat people fairly, flexibly and with dignity and respect.
Thank you for your interest in The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, we look forward to receiving your application for employment.
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