Phlebotomist

Duties include, but are not limited to: Communicate effectively with laboratory staff, clinical staff, and external clients regarding advice/clarification of test requests in a professional and approachable manner Communicate, as appropriate, using information technology & other media. Order stock from Main Stores to maintain adequate supplies of stock items. and rotate stock to ensure effective use of resources. Participates in staff rotas as required & supports the Phlebotomy Supervisor to ensure that adequate staff levels are available to provide the inpatient & outpatient service Work on a one-to-one basis with patients and without direct supervision following competency assessment by the Phlebotomy Supervisor/Manager. Performs venepuncture following correct procedures Positively checks patient identification by verbal communication & scanning of IP wrist bands Accurate & Legible labelling of samples Make enquiries relating to Phlebotomy requests through the appropriate channels: Has a good understanding of the nature and purpose of the routine and specialist biomedical investigations/interventions required. Understands any particular factors that may affect the selection of an appropriate venepuncture site. Able to perform venepuncture on sites other than the sub cubital fossa