Bank- Phlebotomist

Job overview

This post will provide a venepuncture service to Patients and Service Users who are housebound or attend Community Phlebotomy Clinics, in Barking, Havering and Redbridge.

The Phlebotomist will work under the direction of the Phlebotomy Supervisor and will ensure a clean, comfortable and safe environment for service users

Main duties of the job

The main responsibilities of the post include but are not limited to:

To check patient details are correct and explain the procedure to the patient and ensure that the patient is comfortable throughout the procedure.
To liaise with the hospital/pathology to ensure that all bottles are delivered
To communicate with service users including booking appointments.
To use the patient data forms available and ensure that you correctly list all relevant patient information that is requested
Be willing to take an active interest in the service you provide, ensuring that you promote the service wherever possible to ensure a high level of attendance from patients
To complete weekly stock checks to ensure there is adequate quantities of consumables and place orders for any stock requirements through the ordering system.
Maintain cleanliness and hygiene as per NELFT infection control policies.

A U.K drivers licence and access to a vehicle is crucial as you will be required to drive to housebound patient appointments as well as driving to various Health Centres (except where excluded under DDA)

Flexibility is essential as you may be asked to work extra/unsociable hours

PLEASE NOTE: We can only accept applications from fully qualified phlebotomists with substantial experience of working as a qualified phlebotomist