Gp Surgery Phlebotomist

We are looking for a reliable and compassionate Phlebotomist to join our friendly primary care team for one day per week (8 hours).

The successful candidate will provide a high-quality phlebotomy service to our patients, ensuring blood samples are collected safely, efficiently and with a positive patient experience at the heart of everything you do.

You will join a team of established Nurses and Health care assistants. Full support will be provided but you must already be a fully qualified phlebotomist, Nurse or HCA to carry out this role.

• Carry out venepuncture and blood collection safely and effectively.
• Provide a calm, professional and reassuring experience for patients.
• Correctly identify patients and ensure samples are accurately labelled and handled.
• Prepare and process specimens in accordance with practice and laboratory procedures.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times.
• Ensure appropriate equipment and clinical areas are clean, safe and well maintained.
• Recognise and appropriately respond to patients who may become unwell during or following blood collection.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants and the wider practice team.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all relevant policies and procedures.

Cantilupe Surgery is based in Hereford city centre, with a branch surgery at Hampton Dene, a few miles away.

We serve a population of 12500 patients and comprise 3 GP Partners, 4 Salaried GPs, 3 Nurse Practitioners, a Prescribing Paramedic, 5 Nurses (including lead Nurse) and 3 Health Care Assistants.

We are proud to provide excellent care to our patients, over both sites.

• Undertake venepuncture safely and competently for adults and, where appropriately trained, children.
• Confirm patient identity and check relevant clinical information before undertaking venepuncture.
• Explain the procedure to patients and obtain appropriate consent.
• Provide reassurance and support to patients who may be anxious or apprehensive about having blood taken.
• Select appropriate equipment and blood collection tubes according to the requested investigations.
• Collect blood samples in accordance with relevant procedures and infection prevention and control requirements.
• Correctly label, package and store specimens prior to transportation to the laboratory.
• Ensure specimens are accompanied by accurate and complete clinical/request information.
• Recognise and appropriately manage complications associated with venepuncture, including bleeding, bruising, fainting and other adverse reactions.
• Follow appropriate procedures in the event of a difficult or unsuccessful blood draw and seek assistance when required.
• Dispose of sharps and clinical waste safely in accordance with practice policy.
• Maintain appropriate standards of infection prevention and control, including hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with information governance requirements.
• Escalate any clinical concerns or issues identified during an appointment to an appropriate clinician.
• Work within professional and personal competence and undertake additional training where required.

• Treat all patients with dignity, courtesy and respect.
• Communicate effectively with patients from a range of backgrounds and with differing communication needs.
• Maintain a calm and professional manner, particularly when dealing with anxious, vulnerable or distressed patients.
• Make reasonable adjustments where required to support patients with disabilities or additional needs.
• Provide appropriate information and aftercare advice following venepuncture.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality at all times.

• Able to undertake venepuncture and associated clinical duties safely.
• Able to stand and work at a phlebotomy station for periods of time.
• Able to safely handle clinical equipment, specimens and clinical waste.
• Able to comply with occupational health requirements relevant to the role.
• Satisfactory employment references and appropriate pre-employment checks.
• Where applicable, satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

• Essential Criteria
• Qualifications and Training
• Relevant phlebotomy training or recognised competency in venepuncture.
• Evidence of appropriate training in infection prevention and control.
• Basic…