Phlebotomist/HCALocation: StockportPosition Type: LocumRate: £14.50Dates Available: 5 days per week from now until the end of DecemberJob Summary:Medical Group is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Phlebotomist/Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our dedicated Nursing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality care to our patients and supporting the clinical team in delivering excellent healthcare services.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
As a key member of our team, you will be expected to:
1. Perform phlebotomy on patients following standard operating procedures for obtaining blood.
2. Implement effective measures to reduce patient anxiety related to blood-taking procedures, ensuring patients feel safe and well-informed throughout.
3. Cross-check all relevant patient information, tests required, and any special requirements for those tests.
4. Ensure correct identification of patients and accurate labelling of their samples; instruct patients on corrective methods for seeking assistance if discrepancies occur.
5. Demonstrate competence with the computer system and handle patient data, ensuring information is accurate and secure.
6. Summon assistance in the event of an adverse reaction or fainting episode during phlebotomy sessions.
7. Complete relevant doc...