Job Description

Are you enthusiastic, conscientious and flexible? Do you take pride in your work and love working with people? Do you enjoy a challenge? If so, we are looking for reliable and flexible people to join our friendly team.



A Phlebotomist is an integral part of the pathology team; you will be providing a valuable service throughout the hospital, taking blood samples from hospital in-patients, out-patients and community outreach services.



This is a part time position of 17.5 hours per week. Shifts are rostered to cover the phlebotomy service which operates 7 days per week. Phlebotomist's are given at least 6 weeks' notice of their rostered shifts.



For this role it is necessary for you to be a caring and courteous individual that can work under pressure in a challenging environment. You must be able to work responsibly, following protocols and procedures, and have the ability to work on your own initiative. There is a lot of walking, standing and bending involved, therefore a degree of fitness is essential. Experience is not essential, as full training is provided; however, we would like you to have had recent healthcare or customer service experience. This position is a band 2, with potential to progress into a band 3 post once training and experience has been gained.



Applicants should have use of a reliable car as some work is based at the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust community sites.

Part time:

17.5 hours per week, worked on a variable roster pattern.



Diagnostics and Clinical Support Services in partnership with



Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services



To perform venepuncture under supervision of the senior phlebotomy team and managers as designated; after achieving competence post holder will be expected to work alone when and where required.



To follow the general policies and protocols of the department and, in association with the clinical, scientific and technical staff, assist in maintaining the highest professional standards.



Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.



We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.



The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.



Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than 45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.



Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.



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To be part of the phlebotomy team contributing to the clinical care of patients within the Royal Surrey Hospital and community by providing a high quality blood collection service.



The post holder will be trained as a phlebotomist and will carry out duties to include wards, clinics and GP surgery based work or any other department deemed necessary. This will involve routinely handling biological samples and it is therefore essential that he/she is aware of the departmental safety policies which must be observed at all times.



The post holder will be trained to perform a range of venepuncture techniques in a variety of clinical settings and will work under supervision until successfully assessed to work without supervision. Within 6 months the post holder will be assessed on their practical skills and knowledge base and must have reached competency equivalent to QCF Level 3 Unit 4223/340 Obtain A Venous Blood Sample (HSC 3053).



The work requires flexible approach to hours of employment. The department operates 7 days a week. You will also be required to cover some Bank Holidays.

Please contact Ext. 2383 or email:

rsc-tr.phlebotomy@nhs.net for more information.