Phlebotomist/Health Care Assistant

We are looking to recruit a Phlebotomist/Health Care Assistant to join our busy Treatment Room.

Hours per week – 16 hours (4 mornings) Part-time Permanent

Hourly rate – to be discussed depending on experience

Essential:

Venepuncture (Certificate to be provided at interview) - must have up-to-date skills within the last year.

Blood Pressure checks

Urinalysis

Specimen preparation and administration. Understanding of correct sample procedure and accurate labelling.

1 years’ recent experience of working in a patient orientated environment.

Attend Training Courses as requested by the Practice.

Desirable

NVQ Level 3 HCA

ECGs

Previous experience of working in a GP Practice

Job Description

The candidate must be qualified in Phlebotomy and have worked in a clinic taking blood, in the last year .

Have a good level of education including 5 GCSEs or equivalent – A to C - including English and Maths.

NB: Only those applicants who state clearly on their application form that they have the required level of qualification/experience will be considered for interview.

Good computer skills, good communication and interpersonal skills, have a high regard for patient care and work well as part of a busy team.

Ability to deal with patients face to face and by telephone in a courteous and respectful manner.

Chaperone when needed.

Follow practice policies and procedures.

Report to the Practice Nurse and Practice Manager when required.

Work alongside GPs and Nursing staff but have the ability to work independently with good time management skills, ability to work under pressure, willing to undertake further training when necessary and adaptable to change.

Accurate record keeping and data input into the EMIS System.

Attend Practice Meetings and Practice Based Training sessions when necessary

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From £14.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Belfast BT4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Phlebotomy: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person