Sel Gp Domiciliary Phlebotomist

Job summary Phlebotomist required, up to 25 hours per week.We are currently looking to recruit one permanent Phlebotomist to join our busy team.
Working independently, the Phlebotomist is responsible for extracting blood samples in line with organisational procedures and administering the processing of all blood sampling requests in an efficient and precise manner.The Phlebotomist role involves interacting with a significant amount of patients within their home / care home setting with restricted time scales.
It is important that the post holder is able to remain calm under pressure, is efficient, organised and can be considered by patients and colleagues as friendly, caring and able to put others at ease quickly.Days of Work: Monday - Friday (Friday will have to be one of the working days)Annual Leave - 27 days + Bank HolidaysProbationary Period - 3 Months Main duties of the job We are looking for someone who already holds the phlebotomy qualification and who ideally has experience of working in a similar role.The successful candidate must have:A recognised Phlebotomy qualificationAt least 1 year experience of taking blood.The ability to work independently and safely within protocols and safety netting proceduresAn excellent command of the English language, both written and verbally .Excellent communication skills.The ability to pass a mandatory DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check.The ability to maintain confidentiality.Hold a full, clean driving licence and have access to a car for home visits.A professional approach and pleasant manner.The ability to communicate with peers and members of management.The physical ability to be able to use phlebotomy equipment safely.Experience of using clinical systems would be an advantage but is not essential as training is available for users of equivalent systems.
About us You will be working for South and East Leeds GP Group, a Federation of GP practices in South and East Leeds.
Job description Job responsibilities Job Title: Domiciliary PhlebotomistReports To: Business Transformation LeadJob Summary:Working under the direct supervision of the business transformation lead and the team leader strictly in accordance with specific guidelines and protocols.
The post-holder will be responsible for performing venepuncture to obtain blood samples from housebound patients and patients in care / nursing homes.
Patients will be referred directly into the service from one of several GP Practices in the Leeds South & East Area.
They will also be responsible for carrying out blood pressure measurements.Duties and Responsibilities:Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and confirming their agreement to the collection of a blood sampleCollection of sample(s)s of blood in accordance with training and proceduresChecking patients BP and recording in patient fileEnsuring samples are stored in appropriate containersAccurate, labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity using ICEChecking patient identification against GP/nurse request and confirming with patient whenever possibleRecording collection of blood sample and any additional tests carried out in patient medical record in accordance with organisation procedureEnsuring that samples are dispatched to the appropriate laboratories in a timely fashion.Ensuring that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staffNotifying the GP/nurse of any significant patient issuesLiaising with and assisting members of the administrative teamResponsible for insuring their car for business useT&CsMobile phone cost allowanceMileage paid at 45p/mile27 days holiday plus bank holidays rising to 30 days after 5 years service, and 33 days after 10 years service for full time equivalent.NHS PensionUniform and clinical equipment providedConfidentiality:In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters.
They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriatelyIn the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, organisation staff and other health care workers.
They may also have access to information relating to the organisation as a business organisation.
All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidentialInformation relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other health care workers or the business of the organisation may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the organisation policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive dataHealth & Safety:The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the organisation health & safety policy, to include:Using personal security systems within the work place according to organisation guidelinesIdentifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risksMaking effective use of training to update knowledge and skillsUsing appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazardsReporting potential risks identifiedEquality and Diversity:The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with organisation procedures and policies and current legislationRespecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleaguesBehaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, that is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.Personal/Professional Development:The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the organisation as part of this employment, such training to include:Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional developmentTaking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar workQuality:The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the organisation and will:Alert other team members to issues of quality and riskAssess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervisionContribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performanceWork effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needsEffectively manage own time, workload and resourcesCommunication:The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:Communicate effectively with other team membersCommunicate effectively with patients and carersRecognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordinglyContribution to the Implementation of Services:The post-holder will:Apply organisation policies, standards and guidanceDiscuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own workParticipate in audit where appropriate Person Specification Qualifications Essential See Job Description Desirable See Job Description