Main area: Phlebotomist Grade NHS AfC: Band 2
Contract: permanent post
* Full time
* Flexible working
37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday 7-3pm)
Job ref: 392-RNOH-1159
Site: Stanmore Town, Stanmore
Salary: £28,166 Per annum including HCAS
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 24/02/2025 23:59
Interview date: 03/03/2025
Please note in order to progress your application, your data will be processed by our 3rd party recruitment providers – North London Partners Shared Service, who conduct recruitment activities on behalf of Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust.
The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust is the largest orthopaedic hospital in the UK and a global leader in our field. We provide a dynamic working environment where we support frontline staff to implement improvements so that we can realise our vision of being a world leading neuro musculoskeletal hospital providing the best patient care and staff experience in the NHS, delivering world leading research, and offering a strong foundation of education, training and career progression.
Job overview
To undertake as directed, phlebotomy duties throughout the trust. This will involve routinely handling biological samples and it is therefore essential that he/she is aware of the departmental safety policies which must be observed at all times.
The post holder will work as part of a team to provide a blood sample collection service to the wards and outpatient. The post holder will be required to perform a range of phlebotomy/venepuncture techniques in a variety of clinical settings and will work without direct supervision.
The work requires a flexible approach to hours of employment. You will also be required to cover Weekends (Saturday (7 -3) and Sunday (11-1600)) /Bank Holidays pro rata.
Main duties of the job
* Collect blood samples from inpatients and from patients attending the outpatient clinics within the Trust sites.
* Communication and people skills are an important part of being a phlebotomist. There are many people who are scared of needles and get sick at the sight of blood. It is a phlebotomist’s responsibility to make sure they explain the procedure to alleviate fears and elicit cooperation.
* In cases of particular difficulty to obtain the blood sample, refer the patient back to the requesting doctor.
* Dispose safely of used needles and contaminated waste in the appropriate containers.
* Ensure samples are labelled accurately with required patient information and tests required.
* Maintain knowledge and skills in emergency situations, e.g. fainting/collapse of the patient.
* Collect samples from patients in high risk categories and be aware of potential hazards. Follow agreed protocol to minimise risk to self and others.
* Be aware of the clinical conditions and precautions that are necessary for sample quality to be maintained during the venepuncture procedure.
* Ensure that blood sample bottles are accurately labelled in accordance with departmental policies and procedures by following BCSH guidelines.
* Ensure that clinical samples are correctly packaged for transportation to the laboratory in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Pathology Department.
Person specification
Communication & Relationship Skills
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Disposition and Attributes
* Ability to work accurately and quickly in an organised manner with attention to detail.
* Adhere to Waste disposal within laboratory health and safety regulations.
* Able to listen and deal with challenging client groups.
* Be able to devise strategies to enable people to adopt healthy practices.
Knowledge, Training & Experience
* 2 years UK hospital experience and venepuncture of paediatric patients from age 2 years.
* Awareness of infection control practices.
Qualifications
* Phlebotomy skills obtained through a 6 week training program and practice.
Communication Skills
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel.
* Good interpersonal skills.
Knowledge, Training & Experience
* Awareness of Health and Safety regulations at work.
We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and offer a range of flexible working practices. Part-time and job share applications will be considered.
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
By applying for this post you are agreeing to RNOH transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
The RNOH operates a Smoke-Free Policy. Smoking is not permitted on any of the Trust’s premises or in any Trust owned vehicle.
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