Phlebotomist

Main Responsibilities and duties The following are the core responsibilities of the Phlebotomist in delivering health services. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample and centrifuge samples as required Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols Maintaining accurate patient records on the clinical IT system and ensuring specimens are ready for onward transportation The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner Maintaining effective liaison with the NHS Trust laboratory staff Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters Being an integral part of the general practice team Ensuring clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the organisations IPC Policy Working within national and local protocols where these exist Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on safeguarding adults and safeguarding children Supporting the administrative team on an as-required basis Undertaking all mandatory training and induction programmes Maintaining a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times Job description Job responsibilities Main Responsibilities and duties The following are the core responsibilities of the Phlebotomist in delivering health services. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample and centrifuge samples as required Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols Maintaining accurate patient records on the clinical IT system and ensuring specimens are ready for onward transportation The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner Maintaining effective liaison with the NHS Trust laboratory staff Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters Being an integral part of the general practice team Ensuring clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the organisations IPC Policy Working within national and local protocols where these exist Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on safeguarding adults and safeguarding children Supporting the administrative team on an as-required basis Undertaking all mandatory training and induction programmes Maintaining a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times