EQUIPMENT AND ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT:

• Check clinical rooms regularly to ensure all equipment and supplies are in date and adequately stocked.
• Maintain and prepare clinical environments and equipment before, during, and after patient care.
• Check and replace sharps bins when full, ensuring they are sealed, labelled, and transferred to clinical waste as required.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure patients are comfortable, relaxed, and fully consent to the collection of blood samples.
• Collect blood samples in accordance with established protocols and training.
• Store samples in appropriate containers and ensure timely dispatch to designated laboratories.
• Label all samples accurately and legibly to confirm patient identity.
• Verify patient identity against GP/Nurse requests and confirm with the patient when possible.
• Record the collection of blood samples in patient records, following practice procedures.
• Report any anomalies or issues to a senior member of staff.
• Notify the GP/Nurse of any significant patient concerns or observations.

CLINICAL SUPPORT DUTIES:

• Perform urinalysis and document results accurately.
• Provide chaperone support during patient examinations or procedures.
• Deliver delegated care activities to named patients, as taught and agreed upon by clinical staff.

ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPPORT RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support orders to maintain adequate phlebotomy supplies to ensure continuous service provision.
• Support the administrative team by handling phlebotomy-related queries.
• Liaise effectively with GPs, nurses, and administrative staff to support seamless patient care.
• Assist with the collection and collation of data related to health and well-being needs.