Phlebotomist

Job overview

Phlebotomist

Department: Pathology Support Unit

Band 2 £23,615 per annum pro rata

Hours: 15 hours per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

An exciting opportunity has arisen within this busy Pathology service to join the Blood Science team.

You will be key members of the team ensuring timely sample collection and delivery for analysis whilst always maintaining patient safety.

You will be required to provide a service that meets the quality standards of ISO 15189:2012 and participate in out of core hours work patterns, working weekends and bank holidays, which attract salary enhancement.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues within Pathology and across the organisation to deliver a patient focused service.

Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.

For further information contact Linda Roberts, Deputy Pathology Support Manager () on

Interview date: 11th November 2024

Main duties of the job

To provide an efficient and empathetic phlebotomy service to inpatients across MKUH, contributing to timely diagnosis and therefore treatment and aiding with discharge of our patients.

Working for our organisation

' 68% of this staff group look forward to going to work.' (NHS Staff Survey 2023).

You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:

• Free on-site parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Great flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Perform venepuncture on patients as requested and in accordance with the policies of Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Pathology Support Unit.
• To visit designated areas of the hospital to collect blood samples as set out by the team leader and according to the needs of the Trust.
• To ensure samples are taken in accordance with departmental SOPs (standard operating procedures) and to mix and label specimens with due care and attention.
• To be polite and considerate to patients, engaging with them and explaining clearly the process to ensure consent is gained before proceeding with venepuncture.
• To ensure samples reach the laboratory within the required time for those samples with special conditions and at regular intervals for all routine tests to allow for timely processing.
• To communicate effectively with laboratory personnel regarding any urgent samples and with clinicians regarding any concerns with patients or issues on the wards.
• To provide a phlebotomy service on weekends and bank holidays

Please refer to the Job Description for further details

We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.

Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.

Person specification Qualifications and knowledge Essential criteria

• Basic grade English and Maths GCSE (or equivalent)
• Computer Literate

Experience Desirable criteria

• Interest in the health service, pathology department and science.
• Previous hospital experience
• Previous venepuncture skills

Skills Essential criteria

• Able to follow written and verbal instructions implicitly
• Good manual dexterity
• Excellent organisation and self-motivation
• Able to work flexibly to meet the demands of the post
• Able to work well under pressure in a busy environment

Personal and people development Essential criteria

• Effective Team Worker
• Confident and enthusiastic approach
• Demonstrates empathy and understanding towards patients
• Demonstrates personal accountability

Communication Essential criteria

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Able to explain processes clearly and assure patients
• Demonstrate understanding of patient confidentiality