Phlebotomist

Working under the direct supervision of the Practice Nurse Phlebotomy Lead and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the phlebotomist will work within a team of experienced staff who provide phlebotomy services under a locally commissioned service at both Beccles Medical Centre and Cutlers Hill Surgery., Obtain blood samples from patients in support of laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Perform a variety of routine blood drawing procedures, to include venepuncture, using standard equipment.

Participate in the delivery of new warfarin monitoring service under the supervision of other clinicians.

Interact directly with patient to obtain information for laboratory records, explain procedures, allay fears, and elicit cooperation.

Ensure that the patient is comfortable and as relaxed as possible and confirm their agreement to collection of a blood sample.

Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity

Check patient identification against System 1 records

Record collection of blood sample in the patients record using correct templates

Ensure samples are stored appropriately

Ensure samples are picked up by laboratory in a timely fashion

Ensure that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff

Notify the GP/Relevant clinician of any significant patients issues

Managing and using equipment safely and in accordance with agreed procedures in place.

Beccles Medical Centre is an established GP surgery, in the Suffolk market-town of Beccles. The Practice has a list size of approximately 20,000 patients. We have 4 Partners, and just over 100 additional staff. We are a GP Training practice and also host other students studying at the nearby University of East Anglia. We work very closely with our PCN. Our mission is to provide high quality healthcare with respect and compassion, ensuring that the patients are at the heart of everything we do