Position Overview & Specifications

The following are the core responsibilities of the Phlebotomist/healthcare assistant. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as qualification, workload and staffing levels:

venepuncture/phlebotomy
Undertake new patient health checks
Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes
Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately
Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly
Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics
Carry out BMI checks as directed
Act as a chaperone as required
Carry out ECGs as requested
Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
Provide support during minor operations as required
Ensure fridges are cleaned routinely in accordance with extant guidance
Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the practice IPC policy

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 10 per week

Salary: £11.29 per hour

Schedule: