Phlebotomist - Bank

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Obtain blood samples from patients in support of laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Perform a variety of routine blood drawing procedures, to include venepuncture, using standard equipment. Participate in the delivery of new warfarin monitoring service under the supervision of other clinicians. Interact directly with patient to obtain information for laboratory records, explain procedures, allay fears, and elicit cooperation. Ensure that the patient is comfortable and as relaxed as possible and confirm their agreement to collection of a blood sample. Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity Check patient identification against System 1 records Record collection of blood sample in the patients record using correct templates Ensure samples are stored appropriately Ensure samples are picked up by laboratory in a timely fashion Ensure that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff Notify the GP/Relevant clinician of any significant patients issues Managing and using equipment safely and in accordance with agreed procedures in place. COMMUNICATION SKILLS The post holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly POLICY & SERVICE RESPONSIBILITY The post holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, including: An annual individual performance review Mandatory training as set out and agreed by Beccles Medical Centre Agreed training that is essential to the role. They will also ensure that will adhere to practice policies and follow procedures in place. Raising concerns or updates as necessary. 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 convictions. ADMINISTRATIVE / MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Working within System 1 and managing administration for the role as required. No managerial responsibility. QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE Relevant qualification in Venepuncture (Essential) GCSE Grade c or above in Maths or English (or equivalent grades will be accepted.) (Essential) Experience in working in a Primary Care environment using System One (Desirable) Job description Job responsibilities DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Obtain blood samples from patients in support of laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Perform a variety of routine blood drawing procedures, to include venepuncture, using standard equipment. Participate in the delivery of new warfarin monitoring service under the supervision of other clinicians. Interact directly with patient to obtain information for laboratory records, explain procedures, allay fears, and elicit cooperation. Ensure that the patient is comfortable and as relaxed as possible and confirm their agreement to collection of a blood sample. Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity Check patient identification against System 1 records Record collection of blood sample in the patients record using correct templates Ensure samples are stored appropriately Ensure samples are picked up by laboratory in a timely fashion Ensure that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff Notify the GP/Relevant clinician of any significant patients issues Managing and using equipment safely and in accordance with agreed procedures in place. COMMUNICATION SKILLS The post holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly POLICY & SERVICE RESPONSIBILITY The post holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, including: An annual individual performance review Mandatory training as set out and agreed by Beccles Medical Centre Agreed training that is essential to the role. They will also ensure that will adhere to practice policies and follow procedures in place. Raising concerns or updates as necessary. 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 convictions. ADMINISTRATIVE / MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Working within System 1 and managing administration for the role as required. No managerial responsibility. QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE Relevant qualification in Venepuncture (Essential) GCSE Grade c or above in Maths or English (or equivalent grades will be accepted.) (Essential) Experience in working in a Primary Care environment using System One (Desirable)