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Ardingly Court Surgery is seeking an experienced Phlebotomistto work as part of our Nursing team. We are looking for someone who enjoysworking in a busy team environment and has a love of patient care. The successful candidate will be suitably qualifiedPhlebotomist who can deliver phlebotomy clinics independently* (*Training will be provided RE: IT systems and internal processes but candidate must be experienced in terms of phlebotomy skills). Either: Or work part time initiallyand be willing (with training and supervision) to expand role over time to take on HealthCare Assistant (HCA) duties (detailed in Appendix) to increase overall hours. Please indicate in your CV application how many hours per weekyou would ideally like to work and if there are any restrictions to working daysand times (Monday Friday). Also, please indicate if you would like to work purely as a phlebotomist,or if you would opportunity to work as a Health Care Assistant. Weare a team of 6 GPs, 3 practice nurses and 14 administrative staff. We are aclose knit and hardworking team Weare based in Kemptown - which has good access to buses and is walkingdistance from Brighton station. Main duties of the job You will be a member of a Primary Health Care team carryingout the taking of blood from patients at the practice under clinicalsupervision of the Practice Nurses, following evidence-based national and localclinical governance principals. Providing an efficient service to all patients and cliniciansensuring that the work allocated to you is regularly prioritised and dealtwithin deadlines set. About us NHS GP surgery based in Kemptown, Brighton Benefits include NHS pension and training opportunities to develop into a Health Care Assistant. Job responsibilities Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and confirming their agreement to the collection of a blood sample Collection of sample(s)s of blood in accordance with training and procedures Ensuring samples are stored in appropriate containers Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity Checking patient identification against GP/nurse request and confirming with patient whenever possible Recording collection of blood sample in patient record in accordance with practice procedure Ensuring that samples are dispatched to the appropriate laboratories in a timely fashion. Ensuring that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff Notifying the clinical team of any significant patient issues Liaising with and assisting members of the administrative team Appendix RE Health Care Assistant role: Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately Carry out BMI checks as directed Ordering and unpacking ofpractice stock Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly Support the practice with diabetes foot checks & Learning disability checks Act as a chaperone as required Provide support during minor operations as required Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate If trained, administer flu vaccinations or other injections Person Specification Qualifications Good standard of general education Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Phlebotomy skills and experience Phlebotomy training and relevant updates Flexibility Strong attention to patient confidentiality NVQ level 2 Phlebotomy or equivalent Health Care Service Certificate and /or diplomas EMIS experience 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. 12.21 to 14 an hourDependant on experience and duties #J-18808-Ljbffr