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Job Description
- Req#: C9298-OPD-0072?language=en&page=380&sort=publicationDateDesc
- General standard of Education.
- Display and demonstrate knowledge and understanding up to or equivalent to, NVQ level 3 or other locally assessed and competency based national standard
- Willingness to undertake further in-house or formal training.
- 5 GCSEs including Maths and English
- to communicate clearly and effectively whether orally, graphically or electronically
- to work independently when and as directed by supervisors.
- to work with precision and follow accurately the documented laboratory standard operating procedures
- to contribute actively towards the improvement of service quality by participation in relevant discussions with other team members
- Able to Work weekends and Bank Holidays
- Carry out a range of basic technical procedures. This will include instruction in the safe and effective use of complex laboratory equipment. The level of knowledge and understanding achieved will be
- Participate in the maintenance of a safe working environment. This will include an awareness of the hazards associated with your work. In addition, you will be made aware of any suitable actions to ta
- Maintain patient confidentiality. You will recognise the absolute requirement to protect sensitive information that is related to patient care
- Knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the circulatory and respiratory systems, First Aid and CPR
- Previous experience of caring
- Knowledge of basic computer skills e.g. use of a computer.
- Physically able to assist in movement of moderate loads.
- Techniques where hand to eye co-ordination are essential and can be performed without margin for compromise or error.
- General standard of Education.
- Display and demonstrate knowledge and understanding up to or equivalent to, NVQ level 3 or other locally assessed and competency based national standard
- Willingness to undertake further in-house or formal training.
- 5 GCSEs including Maths and English
- to communicate clearly and effectively whether orally, graphically or electronically
- to work independently when and as directed by supervisors.
- to work with precision and follow accurately the documented laboratory standard operating procedures
- to contribute actively towards the improvement of service quality by participation in relevant discussions with other team members
- Able to Work weekends and Bank Holidays
- Carry out a range of basic technical procedures. This will include instruction in the safe and effective use of complex laboratory equipment. The level of knowledge and understanding achieved will be
- Participate in the maintenance of a safe working environment. This will include an awareness of the hazards associated with your work. In addition, you will be made aware of any suitable actions to ta
- Maintain patient confidentiality. You will recognise the absolute requirement to protect sensitive information that is related to patient care
- Knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the circulatory and respiratory systems, First Aid and CPR
- Previous experience of caring
- Knowledge of basic computer skills e.g. use of a computer.
- Physically able to assist in movement of moderate loads.
- Techniques where hand to eye co-ordination are essential and can be performed without margin for compromise or error.
Job summary
Are you enthusiastic, reliable and experienced in venepuncture? If so we may have the right opportunities waiting for you within our Phlebotomy Service. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic and reliable to join our busy phlebotomy departments which are situated across the hospital sites and in the community. As a motivated individual you will demonstrate excellent communication skills along with basic IT skills which are both essential for this post.
The main duties of a phlebotomist include the collection of blood samples from both adults and children using a number of various techniques. This procedure will be carried out in both inpatient and outpatient settings as well as in patients homes and community clinics. There are also training opportunities in the use of hand-held analysers for near patient testing
Expected Shortlisting Date
08/05/2025
Planned Interview Date
15/05/2025
Main duties of the job
The post requires commitment to professional behaviours, motivation and a flexible approach to working hours and duties. The ability to work as a member of a team and work without direct supervision are also skills that are required for this role.
Due to the high demand of our services, we have a number of part time and full time vacancies which will include the need for weekend and Bank Holiday working.
Working hours are between 8.00am - 20.00pm Monday to Friday and 8.00 to 12.00 at weekends. The successful candidates will be based at one of LTHT hospital sites, however there will be a requirement to cross site cover on occasion.
A full driving licence would be desirable especially for community but not essential.
About us
Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:
Patient-centred
Collaborative
Fair
Accountable
Empowered
All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values
Additionally, the following are core values which relate specifically to this post:
As a healthcare worker dealing with sensitive (patient related) information the importance and value of personal honesty and integrity as a commitment to patient service and confidentiality will be recognised. In contributing to the quality of a technical clinical service you will understand the requirement to continuously develop appropriate skills and accumulate relevant knowledge whether by formal or in- house training.
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions.
Date posted
14 April 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£23,615 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9298-OPD-0072
Job locations
St. James's University Hospital
Beckett Street
Leeds
LS9 7TF
Job descriptionJob description
Job responsibilities
To perform Venepuncture and Veneole (capillary sampling) blood collection procedures (the piercing/puncturing of veins or the slicing of veneoles, which are both invasive, clinical procedures).
To extract blood samples from patients/donors in a manner that makes the blood sample suitable/fit for analytical, therapeutic or diagnostic testing and purpose.
Working on hospital wards, clinics, community-based clinics within other organisations & NHS Trusts and also in the patients domicile.
As the job holder you will be required to work as a member of the departmental team. As part of the team, you will be expected to perform a range of routine tasks in support of biomedical, scientific and medical staff. You will have problem solving skills that will allow you to make judgements and decisions about job related situations. You will be required to communicate information, some of which may be related to patient management and care, to colleagues, healthcare staff and other organizations. There is a requirement to work weekends, bank holidays and cover service delivery times between 08.00 and 20.00 as the roster dictates.
The jobholder must comply with the wearing of PPE as appropriate to the clinical situation - this may involve wearing face masks for a considerable length of time.
- Manage contingencies that arise during the blood collection process
- Independently manage own allocated workload and perform and undertake non-routine requests for blood specimen collections
- Collect, identify and record the correct patient/donor information or data at the time of the sample collection and within full view of the patient/donor. This task calls for long periods of concentration that can be frequently interrupted
- Collect data/information for internal/external audit purpose
- Preparation / administration of loading dose prior to a specific blood test being performed. (e.g. Glucose/Lactose Tolerance Tests)
- Identify, select and utilise a suitable site fit for the purpose of blood collection using personal judgmental skills
- Identify, select and use suitable/appropriate equipment for the specimen collection using personal judgmental skills
- Obtain blood samples from patients/donors to a standard fit for laboratory testing ensuring minimum distress or discomfort is caused to the patient/donor during the blood collection process
- Interpret written requests for blood collection
- Communicate information to patient/donors of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultures or physical abilities, in a none-discriminatory or judgmental manner and be able to overcome barriers of communication within these areas
- Give patients/donors, guardians and carers, appropriate advice regarding venepuncture site, after care and availability of test results
- Ensure pre and post-test requirements have been fulfilled and ensure the patient/donor is fit for discharge from your care
- Ensure safe and appropriate delivery or transport of the specimens to the laboratories
- Cleaning stationary or mobile workstations in the phlebotomy clinic or storage area, (including general and departmental housekeeping duties)
- Completing regular stocking and stock rotation of working areas
- To prepare materials for distribution to clinical areas
- To contribute to general departmental management by assisting in the ordering, receipt and control of consumables.
Job responsibilities
To perform Venepuncture and Veneole (capillary sampling) blood collection procedures (the piercing/puncturing of veins or the slicing of veneoles, which are both invasive, clinical procedures).
To extract blood samples from patients/donors in a manner that makes the blood sample suitable/fit for analytical, therapeutic or diagnostic testing and purpose.
Working on hospital wards, clinics, community-based clinics within other organisations & NHS Trusts and also in the patients domicile.
As the job holder you will be required to work as a member of the departmental team. As part of the team, you will be expected to perform a range of routine tasks in support of biomedical, scientific and medical staff. You will have problem solving skills that will allow you to make judgements and decisions about job related situations. You will be required to communicate information, some of which may be related to patient management and care, to colleagues, healthcare staff and other organizations. There is a requirement to work weekends, bank holidays and cover service delivery times between 08.00 and 20.00 as the roster dictates.
The jobholder must comply with the wearing of PPE as appropriate to the clinical situation - this may involve wearing face masks for a considerable length of time.
- Manage contingencies that arise during the blood collection process
- Independently manage own allocated workload and perform and undertake non-routine requests for blood specimen collections
- Collect, identify and record the correct patient/donor information or data at the time of the sample collection and within full view of the patient/donor. This task calls for long periods of concentration that can be frequently interrupted
- Collect data/information for internal/external audit purpose
- Preparation / administration of loading dose prior to a specific blood test being performed. (e.g. Glucose/Lactose Tolerance Tests)
- Identify, select and utilise a suitable site fit for the purpose of blood collection using personal judgmental skills
- Identify, select and use suitable/appropriate equipment for the specimen collection using personal judgmental skills
- Obtain blood samples from patients/donors to a standard fit for laboratory testing ensuring minimum distress or discomfort is caused to the patient/donor during the blood collection process
- Interpret written requests for blood collection
- Communicate information to patient/donors of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultures or physical abilities, in a none-discriminatory or judgmental manner and be able to overcome barriers of communication within these areas
- Give patients/donors, guardians and carers, appropriate advice regarding venepuncture site, after care and availability of test results
- Ensure pre and post-test requirements have been fulfilled and ensure the patient/donor is fit for discharge from your care
- Ensure safe and appropriate delivery or transport of the specimens to the laboratories
- Cleaning stationary or mobile workstations in the phlebotomy clinic or storage area, (including general and departmental housekeeping duties)
- Completing regular stocking and stock rotation of working areas
- To prepare materials for distribution to clinical areas
- To contribute to general departmental management by assisting in the ordering, receipt and control of consumables.
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Address
St. James's University Hospital
Beckett Street
Leeds
LS9 7TF
Employer's website
https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Address
St. James's University Hospital
Beckett Street
Leeds
LS9 7TF
Employer's website
https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
About the company
National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.