NHS Jobs
Community Phlebotomist
Key Responsibilities
- Enter patient details accurately on the phlebotomy system.
- Provide a helpful and professional service to patients and healthcare staff.
- Check patient demographics prior to procedure, ensuring request forms are completed accurately.
- Explain procedure and put patient at ease, gaining implied consent.
- Perform venepuncture using established protocols.
- Ensure blood samples are accurately labelled with patient demographics.
- Ensure laboratories receive timely, high-quality blood specimens in appropriate tubes.
- Ensure patient recovery before leaving clinic or phlebotomist leaving the patients home.
- Perform general housekeeping duties within the department and report any equipment damage.
- Inform the phlebotomy manager of equipment needs.
- Liaise with line manager regarding training needs.
- Cover community dermatology clinics and support other teams as needed.
Skills and Expertise
- Phlebotomy skills
- Patient interaction
- Attention to detail
- Adherence to protocols