Phlebotomist Healthcare Assistant SAU inWorcester inWorcester PUBLISHED
WED 27 NOV 2024
Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant Phlebotomist to join the Surgical Division at Worcester Royal Hospital. This part-time position requires 18 hours of work per week, with shifts scheduled from Monday to Sunday, 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM, as part of a 7-day service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collect blood samples from inpatients with precision and care.
- Collaborate with medical teams to prioritize and organize sample collections.
- Ensure accurate labeling and documentation of samples.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Mentor and supervise new Phlebotomy team members.
- Participate in service development and modify Standard Operating Procedures.
- Assess patient identities and confirm details on request forms.
- Handle patient concerns and obtain consent for blood collections.
- Carry the In-House Phlebotomy bleep and address issues promptly.
Key Requirements:
- Competency as a phlebotomist.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Adherence to trust policies regarding patient care and safety.
Additional Information: The role involves exposure to bodily fluids and challenging behavior, with manual handling activities included. Interested candidates can contact ward manager Amy Clarke for more information.
HCA Surgical Inpatient Phlebotomists
Hours: 18 hours
Shifts required Monday to Sunday 8.00am - 2:30pm to cover a 7 day service on a rota.
Location: Worcester
Job Description: We are currently seeking dedicated and skilled HCA Phlebotomists to join our Surgical Division at Worcester Royal Hospital. As a Phlebotomist in the surgical wards, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient collection of blood samples from patients 7 days a week. Your responsibilities will include:
- Collecting blood samples with precision and care.
- Collaborating with the medical team to prioritise and organise sample collections.
- Ensuring correct labelling and documentation of samples.
- Maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
For more information regarding the role, please contact ward manager Amy Clarke via email at:
Demonstrate competency as a phlebotomist for inpatients
Responsible for day to day management for the taking of phlebotomy procedures
Working with the ward managers
To co-ordinate the tasks required of the Phlebotomy team on the surgical inpatient wards
To mentor, supervise and teach new members of the Phlebotomy team
Participate in service development
Assist with the production and modification of Standard Operating procedures
The post holder will prioritise and visit the wards on a daily basis, in order to collect blood samples as requested by the clinical teams
The post holder will liaise with clinical and nursing teams and be aware of ward rules and procedures such as consultant rounds, treatments and protected meal times, which may require a modification in the phlebotomy schedules
The post holder will assess and confirm the patients identity matches that on the request form, following trust policy.
The post holder will ensure accurate and legible labelling of specimen tubes, following the Trust Policy
The post holder will inform the clinical staff and document on blood request form if it was not possible to obtain a blood sample.
Carry the In-House Phlebotomy bleep at all times ensuring it is answered in a timely manner and address all issues raised through this, keeping accurate records and escalating to a manager where needed.
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Job Purpose
Demonstrate competency as a phlebotomist for inpatients
Responsible for day to day management for the taking of phlebotomy procedures
Working with the ward managers
To co-ordinate the tasks required of the Phlebotomy team on the surgical inpatient wards
To mentor, supervise and teach new members of the Phlebotomy team
Participate in service development
Assist with the production and modification of Standard Operating procedures
Key Duties
Phlebotomy Duties
The post holder will prioritise and visit the wards on a daily basis, in order to collect blood samples as requested by the clinical teams
The post holder will liaise with clinical and nursing teams and be aware of ward rules and procedures such as consultant rounds, treatments and protected meal times, which may require a modification in the phlebotomy schedules
The post holder will assess and confirm the patients identity matches that on the request form, following trust policy. Any discrepancies must be reported to the appropriate clinician or nurse in charge
The post holder will reassure the patient and alleviate any anxieties relating to the collection of blood and formally ask for permission to collect the blood specimen. If the patient refuses, the post holder must end the procedure and report to the appropriate clinician or nurse in charge, documenting the refusal.
The post holder will ascertain the specimen requirements and collect blood by venepuncture into appropriate containers
The post holder will ensure accurate and legible labelling of specimen tubes, following the Trust Policy
The post holder will inform the clinical staff and document on blood request form if it was not possible to obtain a blood sample.
The post holder will ensure that specimens are sent to the laboratory by the POD system or in person.
The post holder will dispose of clinical waste in line with Trust Policies
Carry the In-House Phlebotomy bleep at all times ensuring it is answered in a timely manner and address all issues raised through this, keeping accurate records and escalating to a manager where needed.
Risk Assessment
The post involves manual handling activities, exposure to bodily fluids and exposure to high noise levels. It may also involve exposure to challenging behaviour.