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Supportive Work Environment, Fressingfield Medical Centre is described as a friendly and supportive GP practice, which fosters a positive work atmosphere.
Part-Time Flexibility, The role offers part-time hours (12 hours per week), allowing for a better work-life balance.
Opportunity for Growth, Successful applicants can train to become a healthcare assistant, providing a pathway for personal and professional development.
Team Collaboration, The practice emphasizes teamwork and collaboration among staff, enhancing the work experience.
Patient Care Focus, The role allows phlebotomists to play a crucial part in patient care, contributing significantly to the overall healthcare process.
Skill Development, Phlebotomists gain valuable experience in collecting and managing blood samples, which is essential in various medical scenarios.
Fressingfield Medical Centre, a supportive GP practice located in rural north Suffolk, is seeking an experienced phlebotomist to join their nursing team on a part-time basis, specifically for 12 hours per week on Thursday and Friday mornings, with the potential for additional hours to cover staff absences. The role is integral to assisting the clinical team in delivering patient care, which includes collecting blood samples according to established protocols, ensuring proper storage, labelling, and dispatching, while also prioritizing patient comfort and consent.
The practice values personal development, teamwork, and collaboration, and offers opportunities for the successful applicant to train as a healthcare assistant. Ideal candidates should be experienced phlebotomists looking for a new challenge and be prepared to work within defined practice guidelines, report any anomalies, and communicate significant patient issues to the GP. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply promptly.
The practice values personal development, teamwork, and collaboration, and offers opportunities for the successful applicant to train as a healthcare assistant. Ideal candidates should be experienced phlebotomists looking for a new challenge and be prepared to work within defined practice guidelines, report any anomalies, and communicate significant patient issues to the GP. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply promptly.
Fressingfield Medical Centre is a very friendly and supportive GP practice in rural north Suffolk and currently are recruiting an additional, experienced phlebotomist to join our nursing team. We are offering this position on a part-time basis for 12 hours per week, ideally to work on Thursday and Friday morning. Applicants need to have the flexibility to work additional hours to cover colleagues absence.
This important role offers the successful applicant the opportunity to train to become a healthcare assistant.
We are committed to personal development for all staff, teamwork and collaboration is at the core of the practice.
We encourage you to apply at your earliest opportunity, and look forward to hearing from you.
If you are an experienced phlebotomist looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.
- Working strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols toassist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care.
- Collecting samples of blood in accordance with training and procedures, ensuring correct storage, labelling, recording and efficient dispatching of samples.
- Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible, and confirming their agreement to the collection of a blood sample.
- Ensuring that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff.
- Notifying the GP of any significant patient issues.
- Liaising with and assisting members of the administrative team.
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To work as a phlebotomist in the UK, you will need a combination of technical skills, interpersonal abilities, and knowledge specific to the role. Here’s a breakdown of the key skills required:
1. Technical Skills
- Venipuncture Techniques: Proficiency in drawing blood from veins using proper procedures and ensuring patient comfort.
- Sample Handling: Knowledge of how to correctly label, store, and transport blood samples for laboratory analysis.
- Infection Control: Understanding of protocols to minimize the risk of infection, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe disposal of sharps.
- Basic Medical Knowledge: Familiarity with human anatomy, particularly the circulatory system, and an understanding of the different types of blood tests.
2. Interpersonal Skills
- Communication Skills: Ability to explain procedures clearly to patients and answer any questions they may have.
- Empathy and Compassion: Being sensitive to the needs and concerns of patients, particularly those who may be anxious about needles or blood draws.
- Teamwork: Ability to work effectively within a healthcare team, collaborating with nurses, doctors, and laboratory staff.
3. Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail: Accurate labeling and handling of samples to prevent mix-ups and errors.
- Time Management: Managing time effectively to ensure patients are seen promptly, especially in busy environments.
4. Regulatory Knowledge
- Compliance Understanding: Knowledge of legal, ethical, and health regulations regarding blood collection and handling, including confidentiality issues.
5. Problem-Solving Skills
- Ability to handle difficult situations, such as dealing with patients who faint or have difficult veins, and knowing how to adapt techniques as needed.
Training and Qualifications
While some employers may accept candidates with no formal qualifications, a certificate in phlebotomy (which can often be obtained through short courses) is highly beneficial. Additionally, having a background in healthcare (such as a nursing or medical assistant qualification) can be advantageous.
Registration and Employment
In some roles, particularly within the NHS, you may be required to complete specific training programs and possibly be registered with a professional body. Ensuring up-to-date training in areas such as CPR and first aid is also often necessary.
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