Job summary
- Main area
- Phlebotomy
- Grade
- Band 2
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 24 hours per week
- Job ref
- 279-6822912-DEC24
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Princess Royal Hospital
- Town
- Haywards Heath
- Salary
- £23,615 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 12/01/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Phlebotomist
Band 2
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
We currently have a vacancy for a part-time phlebotomist to work alongside our existing team at the Princess Royal Hospital. You will be providing a valuable service throughout the hospital, taking blood samples from hospital in-patients and out-patients. Experience would be preferred but not essential as full training is provided. Please note the successful candidate will be expected undertake venepuncture on children as well as adults after full training and assessment.
Applicants who declared they have phlebotomy experience will be requested for evidence if shortlisted for interview
Successful candidates will be based at the Princess Royal site however at times you may be expected to cover other locations where the phlebotomy service is provided.
The phlebotomy department is open from 8.30 to 16.30. The hours for this role are 24 per week worked on a roster including weekend working (mornings only)
Main duties of the job
This post involves the taking of blood samples from patients in wards and clinics, providing reception/telephone duties as and when required.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- To assess patients presenting for blood tests as per the indications and contra-indications for the practice of venepuncture.
- To confirm patient’s details and identity.
- To take blood samples from patients, exercising care and attention.
- To accurately label sample bottles in accordance with SOPs.
- To transport samples safely and securely to the laboratory whenever required.
- To implement initial dispatch to the laboratory for those samples requiring urgent/immediate attention.
- To deal with patients, their relatives, and other staff in a courteous and sympathetic manner, in person and by telephone.
- To undertake duties using established work systems and new systems as introduced, and to undergo training in their correct use.
- To record accurately numbers of patients bled in outpatients, wards and other locations
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Able to work to NVQ Level 2 standard or have equivalent experience
Desirable criteria
- Phlebotomy Trained
Knowledge / Experience
Essential criteria
- Good customer service skills
- Able to be trained in HIV awareness and back care
- Able to develop knowledge of medical terminology and Biomedical investigations
- Able to be trained in the use a variety of blood collection systems
Desirable criteria
- Worked in a healthcare / person centred environment
Skills
Essential criteria
- Basic IT skills
Motivation for post
Essential criteria
- What is their motivation for this post. Why do they want to work for us
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Ian Evans
- Job title
- Pathology Support Services Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07721 103253
- Additional information
Lucy Turner: 01444 441881 ext 68320
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