Community Phlebotomist (CDC) in Penzance

We are looking for a Phlebotomist to join our Community Diagnostic Clinic team. The successful candidate must have previous phlebotomy experience, working in a clinic or ward setting. This position will be based at West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance, but you may be required to travel to RCHT or Bodmin Community Hospital.

Main duties of the job

Key duties and responsibilities

• Working at Community diagnostic hubs in Cornwall and outreach clinics to take venous blood samples from patients as requested by a doctor or a member of the nursing staff and in accordance with written procedures.
• To ensure that your responsibilities for the prevention of infection control are fulfilled by following all Trust policies, guidelines, and protocols.
• To arrange delivery to the appropriate laboratories according to current Pathology policy.
• To undertake first‑line tests on blood samples in accordance with written procedures.
• To respect patient Confidentiality and Dignity.
• At all times to work in accordance with the procedures and policies of the Trust, in particular Clinical Skills training package (Practice development) and Health and Safety.
• To relate to the Lead Phlebotomist on a regular basis to keep up to date and receive regular training.
• To provide sickness and holiday cover when needed at RCHT or Bodmin Community Hospital.

Person Specification

Education

• GSE\’s or Equivalent in Maths and English

Experience, Skills and Knowledge

• Worked in a healthcare setting
• Venepuncture trained
• Ability to work alone

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.