Weekday Phlebotomist

at  Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

The work, as a phlebotomist, involves taking blood samples from patients who are currently being treated on our wards and outpatient department as well as those in other local hospitals i.e. Farnham and Aldershot. Properly taken blood samples are vital in helping our clinicians to effectively diagnose and treat the medical conditions in the patients that they see.
We are currently looking for people, perhaps like yourself, who would be interested in a role where you would be trained and supported right from the start, helping to provide the best possible care and treatment for our patients.
Your main base will be Frimley Park Hospital, Aldershot Centre for Health or Farnham Hospital but you may be required to train, at any of our other BSPS sites.

CLINICAL AND TECHNICAL:

Collects, using venepuncture procedures, blood samples from adult patients in a variety of settings, and receive training in Paediatric phlebotomy aged 10-16 years, selecting the appropriate equipment for the procedure.
Monitors and maintains the health, safety and security of self and patients during the venepuncture procedure. Practices within risk management/ occupational health legislation and Trust procedures, and is aware of potential hazards.
Collects samples from patients in high risk categories and is aware of potential hazards. Is able to follow agreed protocols to minimise risk to self and others.
Is aware of the clinical conditions and precautions that are necessary for sample quality to be maintained during the venepuncture procedure, and develops an awareness of requirements for site selection, correct use of tourniquet and selection of blood sample bottles.
Ensures that blood sample bottles are accurately labelled in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Ensures that clinical samples are correctly packaged for transportation to the laboratory in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Pathology Department.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for further informatio

Please refer the Job description for details