We are currently looking for a Community Phlebotomist to join our friendly and supportive team.
The role will be in the City Phlebotomy team providing phlebotomy services to housebound patients in their own homes, working closely with the District Nursing Team.
You will need excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as the ability to manage your own workload in a fast-paced environment.
Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work (adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required) because the role requires you to work in all areas of Oxford City as well as supporting other teams.
You will ideally have previous phlebotomy experience. Training will be provided.
Various hours available up to 37.5 hours per week. Core hours are Monday- Friday 8.00-16.00.
To contribute to an efficient and effective phlebotomy service delivered to housebound patients registered with a GP in Oxford.
1. To liaise and work collaboratively with multi-professionals in order to access appropriate referrals within the requested time frames.
2. Able to respond and adapt to the practicalities and realities of unpredictable patients’ visits when required.
3. To prepare patients, check their identity and ensure consent is given to obtain blood samples for laboratory analysis.
4. Obtain blood samples from patients ensuring a high standard of the procedure is followed to reduce any risk of infection or contamination and strive to minimise pain, bruising, or discomfort to the patient.
5. Ensure sample is of sufficient quantity for the investigation.
6. Ensure all samples and requesting forms are accurately detailed and appropriately labelled for analysis.
7. Ensure all samples are returned to appropriate collection areas for same day testing using specimen transportation container provided.
8. Ensure that patients are clearly informed where to access their blood results and how to arrange any follow-up visits.
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health, and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath, and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics, and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team.”
Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent.”
At Oxford Health, we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
1. Excellent opportunities for career progression.
2. Access to tailored individual and Trust-wide learning and development.
3. 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service.
4. NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants, and retailers.
5. Competitive pension scheme.
6. Lease car scheme.
7. Cycle to work scheme.
8. Employee Assistance Programme.
9. Mental Health First Aiders.
10. Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply).
11. Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team.
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