Job summary
- Main area
- Phlebotomy
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 351-CEN994-LW-A
- Employer
- Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Leyland Clinic
- Town
- Leyland
- Salary
- £22,816 - £24,336 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 12/07/2024 23:59
Employer heading
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Phlebotomist
Band 3
Our Vision is to provide the best mental health, learning disability, autism and community based services for the populations we serve.
As an integrated mental health, learning disability and community Trust, Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including:
• Primary and secondary mental health care for children and adults including specialist inpatient child and adolescent mental health provision, perinatal mental health, forensic services including low and medium secure care.
• Specialist community support for children and adults with learning disabilities and autism, including intensive support.
• Community physical health and well-being services for children and adults.
The Trust was first established in 2002 and employs approximately 7,000 staff who provide care from more than 400 sites. The organisation offers opportunities for medics, mental health and general nurses, allied health professionals, psychology, administration and clerical staff, apprentices and volunteers.
Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust supports flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, home/remote working, and flexi-time.
For more information visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT.
Job overview
An opportunity has arisen for a flexible individual who would like to join the well-established and successful Phlebotomy Team for Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust.
The service was established in 2002 and has grown in size over the years to meet demand. It is an extremely busy service.
Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust supports flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider flexible working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We have various hours available and flexible working opportunities which we are happy to discuss with you.
Core hours will be over five days 8am to 4pm but there is always opportunities for evening or weekend hours.
Previous experience in Phlebotomy is desirable although training will be given to suitable candidates.
We are seeking highly motivated and caring staff who would like to make a difference to our patients lives.
Main duties of the job
The role will require you to work clinically in appointment based or walk in sessions in Phlebotomy Clinics within a variety of settings to include, GP practices and Community Clinics. The service also provides a Domiciliary Service to our housebound population.
The Community Phlebotomist role requires the post holder to mentor staff in the team, providing support and encouragement. You will also be able to contribute towards service improvements with ability to think dynamically.
We are looking for a committed and compassionate Phlebotomist who puts the patient at the heart of everything they do. You will be motivated, hardworking and enthusiastic with excellent communication skills. You will also possess the ability to work equally on your own initiative or as part of a Team. If this describes you then please apply. We look forward to meeting you.
Working for our organisation
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.
The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.
Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.
For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- NVQ 3 in care related field or equivalent level of knowledge.
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Awareness of the principles of infection control.
- IT skills to meet the requirements of the post e.g. Microsoft Word, Outlook
- Ability to work in a team.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Venepuncture experience
- Experience of working with people in the community
- Evidence of continuing education and/or professional development.
Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to comply with the travel requirements of the post.
- Ability to travel and work flexibly across the LCFT footprint to meet business needs and service delivery objectives. e.g. delivery of 7 day working and early morning / evening clinics as required
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Karen Rutter
- Job title
- Team Leader
- Email address
- [email protected]
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