The Phlebotomy team requires additional staff members to support the existing team in their multi-departmental service delivery, across seven days including public holidays.
This position will commence at Band 2, progressing to Band 3 after a minimum period of 6 months and on successful completion of further training and competencies.
Main duties of the job
Up to 3 permanent posts available
25 hours per week to include 5 shifts per week Monday to Friday (4 Monday to Friday when on weekend rotation), every other weekend and rotational bank holidays.
Hours are as follows:
1. Saturday and Sunday (and bank holidays) = 07.00 - 11.00
2. Weekday shifts = 07.00 - 12.00, 08.00 - 13.00, and 12.00 until 17.00 if covering late clinics.
Duties will include blood sampling for patients on all acute wards, medical, surgical, and high-risk infection departments. Also providing a service to the very busy and demanding blood sampling room, for patients attending clinics of varying specialties.
NICU, fistula, and vascular training will also be provided. Previous phlebotomy experience is preferred but all applicants will be considered.
Successful candidates will receive full up-to-date training and take a practical assessment to assess skill level. Shortlisted applicants will be expected to complete and pass an assessment of basic numeracy and literacy prior to interview. Candidates with previous experience will have to demonstrate their skill in a practical test.
About us
The Phlebotomy team provides vital services across various departments, ensuring quality patient care.
Job responsibilities
Duties will include blood sampling for patients on all acute wards, medical, surgical, and high-risk infection departments. Providing a service to the blood sampling room for patients attending clinics of varying specialties.
Person Specification
* Acute Hospital Qualification and length of experience
* NICE or Paed experience
Skills
* Knowledge of areas
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.
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