Phlebotomist

Exciting Opportunity: Phlebotomist
Join our team of phlebotomists working for the Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust. We are looking for individuals who must have evidence of a good level of education along with a determination to deliver high-quality compassionate care to our patients.

Our phlebotomy team delivers a high-quality, patient-focused blood-taking service in a wide range of settings across Calderdale and Kirklees. This includes:

• Taking blood in our two hospitals
• GP surgeries
• Out-patient services
• Community diagnostic centres
• Patients’ homes

Good IT skills are essential for this post, along with experience of working in a health care setting or customer service focused role. Previous experience in venepuncture would be desirable, but is not essential as we will deliver full training to the right calibre of person.

You must have the ability to work under pressure and meet the travel requirements of the post, as this role will require travel between hospital sites, community sites, and patients' homes. Access to a vehicle for work purposes is required.

Phlebotomy can be a physically challenging job, requiring:

• Manual dexterity
• The ability to be on your feet throughout the shift
• The ability to manoeuvre in tight and cramped positions

We operate a seven-day service, including bank holidays, between the hours of 08:00 and 20:00, and the post holder will be required to work across all these times to deliver the service. Flexibility is a key component as service requirements are continually changing to meet the needs of the patients.

Relevant posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain patient dignity and confidentiality at all times.
• Adhere to Trust Aseptic Non-Touch Technique Policy (ANTT).
• Work unsupervised in hospital settings, community clinics, and undertaking domiciliary (home) visits, along with business insurance.
• Keep fully stocked Phlebotomy trolleys, cupboards, and drawers within blood collecting units and clinics; support stock taking in community settings.
• Maintain work areas and trolleys, keeping them clean, neat, and tidy.
• Undertake surveys/audits when requested.
• Attend to staff and patient queries, referring appropriately.
• Comply with all Health and Safety Regulations.
• Use a visual display unit to book appointments and access the Trust intranet, Q-pulse, and work-related e-mails.
• Commit to working a seven-day service inclusive of bank holidays between 08:00 and 20:00 with flexibility to adapt to service needs.
• Cover for other staff when required.
• Perform any duties as defined by the Phlebotomy Operations Manager and Team Leader in charge.