Job summary
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate part-time Phlebotomist to join our team at the Brent Psychotropic Medication & Physical Health Clinic. This role is central to supporting patients with serious mental illness who are prescribed psychotropic medication, with a primary focus on the Clozapine Monitoring Clinic and additional responsibilities across the wider service. You will be responsible for collecting blood samples in a safe, professional, and empathetic manner, ensuring specimens are accurately labelled and handled to maintain clinical integrity. Working closely with our clinicians and administrative staff, you'll help deliver a smooth and efficient service that prioritises patient comfort and dignity. In addition to phlebotomy duties, the role offers opportunities to expand your clinical skill set, including Clozapine specialist training. Full support and guidance will be provided to help you grow in the role. If you are enthusiastic, reliable, and passionate about making a meaningful difference in patient care, we would love to hear from you. This is a chance to be part of a forward-thinking, supportive team committed to improving both the physical and mental health outcomes of our community.
Please note that previous applicants are not eligible to reapply for this vacancy.
Main duties of the job
- Undertake venepuncture for patients in a professional and compassionate manner
- Ensure accurate labelling, handling, and processing of specimens
- Maintain accurate patient records according to policy and procedures
- Follow infection prevention and control procedures
- Support colleagues in the smooth running of the clinic
- Participate in training for additional Clozapine related knowledge and skills
About us
Central and North West London NHS Trust expects all staff to act in a way which shows you understand our core values and are willing to put them into practice with service users, their friends family and carers and also other staff members.
As a phlebotomist we expect you to show COMPASSION, contribute to a caring and kind environment and recognise that what you do and say helps can make the lives of others better
We expect you to RESPECT everyone and acknowledge and welcome people's differences rather than ignore them or see them as problematic.
We expect you to EMPOWER others and continually try to provide information, resources and support to help others make their own decisions and meet their own needs.
We expect you to work in PARTNERSHIP and behave in a way that shows that you recognise that commissioners and users of our services are the people who generate and pay for our work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a phlebotomist the post holder will collect routine blood from patients as and when required and also deliver blood samples to collection points/or the laboratory at specified collection times. You will be required to work within all areas of the Trust following appropriate training, whilst maintaining a high standard of quality patient care and staff, morale through personal example, good conduct and appearance.
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To collect routine blood from patients as and when required.
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To maintain strict confidentiality in all aspects of the service.
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To deliver blood samples to collection points/or the laboratory at specified collection times.
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To report any inadequate supplies of materials for the smooth running of the service to the Manager
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To be part of a team whose aims are to provide the best possible service within the constraints placed within the discipline.
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Maintain high standard of personal contact and communication with patients, and relatives
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To foster a high professional standard and to liaise with other disciplines and departments as required under the direction / agreement of the Unit Manager
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Maintain good standards of department housekeeping, including cleaning of the treatment areas and equipment, cleaning of storage shelves and cupboards, and assisting with the maintenance of stock levels.
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To make the Manager aware of any problems/worries relating to sphere/area of work.
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Be aware of emergency procedures relating to Basic Life Support and Health & Safety and understand own roles within that.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Working as part of a Team
- Substantive experience in phlebotomy
Desirable
- Working in line with policies and procedures
- Working in a hospital environment
- Providing a service to the general public
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant qualification/competency in phlebotomy
Desirable
- GCSE Maths & English or equivalent
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to treat patients and colleagues, courteously and with respect.
- Be able to give out information in a clear and concise way
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
- Awareness of the concept of Consumer Care
Desirable
- Health and Safety issues related to Phlebotomy Patient Confidentiality Codes
- The role of Phlebotomy
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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Employer details
Employer name
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Willesden Center for Health and Care
Robson Avenue
Brent
NW10 3RY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work (Opens in a new tab)
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