Weekday/Weekend Phlebotomist - Peterborough | North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 14 May 2024 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £22,383 per annum pro rata |
| Oriau: | Part time |
| Dyddiad cau: | 13 June 2024 |
| Lleoliad: | Peterborough, PE3 9GZ |
| Cwmni: | North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust |
| Math o swydd: | Permanent |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 6297051/176-F-6297051 |
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Do you like meeting people and working as part of a team? Are you responsible and reliable with the ability to put people at ease? If so, we have the job for you!
We are currently seeking 2 part time Phlebotomists to join our busy but friendly team at Peterborough City Hospital. Phlebotomists are responsible for the collection of blood samples by venepuncture from patients attending the hospital either as an inpatient or an outpatient.
Previous experience is preferred however, our main priority is to find people with the values, attitudes and behaviours that match ours and therefore, we are happy to provide training and support for the right candidate.
The team provides phlebotomy services to the in-patient wards at Peterborough City Hospital. As part of North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust, staff are expected to be able to work at our other sites including Hinchingbrooke Hospital and Stamford Hospital if required.
As a phlebotomist your duties would include:
• Explaining the procedure to patients and providing reassurance if needed.
• The collection of blood samples by venepuncture.
• Accurate identification of patients and labelling of samples.
• Delivering the samples to the laboratory within required timescales.
• Collating information regarding patient statistics, audit and patient surveys.
Phlebotomy experience is preferred but not essential. Please see the Job Description and Person Specification to ensure this is the job for you.
Duty periods will be mainly between 08.00-12.30 hrs.
Applicants must be able to work flexibly over a 7 day rota which includes weekends and Bank Holidays.
18.75 Hours per week
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
As a phlebotomist you are responsible for the collection of blood samples by venepuncture from patients attending the hospital either as an inpatient or outpatient.
The post holder is responsible for following the correct procedures in order to ensure safety of patients and themselves. This will include identifying any risks and managing them appropriately, including clear identification of specimens that are an infection hazard and appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
The cleanliness and maintenance of all equipment used by the phlebotomist should be checked as required and any faults reported immediately as per the relevant SOP (standard operating procedure). If necessary, the operator will need to implement the BCP (Business Continuity Plan) to ensure continuity of the service.
This advert closes on Friday 24 May 2024