Phlebotomist (Band 2)

Airedale NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Pathology Department at Airedale General Hospital for Part Time Phlebotomy positions of 20 or 30 hours per week. We are also looking for Bank Staff for Phlebotomy. It is a requirement for all bank staff to be competent in Phlebotomy.

We are looking for an individual with a positive can-do attitude, who demonstrates this through commitment to the role, passion for patient care and who enjoys both working as part of a team and on your own when the situation requires it. Applicants must be reliable, flexible and be able to work effectively under pressure with excellent communication skills and a good command of the English language.

Previous phlebotomy healthcare experience is desirable but not essential.

Applicants must be able to drive.

Working hours will Monday-Sunday, between the hours of 08.15 and 18.00 depending on the needs of the service. Flexibility in working hours may be required, sometimes at short notice to respond to changes in service demands. Flexible working patterns can be considered to fit personal and service needs. We suggest applicants to get in touch if they wish for more information on how this might be supported.

Rotational bank holiday working will also be required.

Weekends and Bank holidays will receive an additional payment.

Main duties of the job

The main duties will be to collect blood samples from patients on the hospital wards, in clinics, outpatient departments and various sites in the community.

About us

Our staff surveys tell us that we are one of the best Trusts to work for in the country. Staff benefits include a children's day nursery, subsidised restaurant facilities, cyber caf and discounts at local leisure facilities.

Date posted

18 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

423-6200723

Job locations

Airedale General Hospital

Steeton

BD20 6TD

Job description

Job responsibilities

To see full details of the job vacancy please see attached full job description and person specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To see full details of the job vacancy please see attached full job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

GCSE Science - Post not suitable for graduates
First Aider

Experience

Desirable

Ability to adhere to policies, procedures and standards
Previous phlebotomy/nursing/caring experience
Previous customer service experience

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of the NHS Constitution & 'Understanding the New NHS'

Skills

Essential

Able to work to a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Good Communication skills
Ability to prioritise work and work effectively under pressure
Keyboard skills
High degree of manual dexterity

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

GCSE Science - Post not suitable for graduates
First Aider

Experience

Desirable

Ability to adhere to policies, procedures and standards
Previous phlebotomy/nursing/caring experience
Previous customer service experience

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge of the NHS Constitution & 'Understanding the New NHS'

Skills

Essential

Able to work to a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Good Communication skills
Ability to prioritise work and work effectively under pressure
Keyboard skills
High degree of manual dexterity

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.