Phlebotomist

To take venous bloods safely from patients on the wards and outpatient departments. To check the identity of the patient, ensure than any special instructions have been followed (e.g. period of fasting) and to gain patients consent to proceed. To take venous blood of good quality using aseptic techniques and ensuring minimum of pain and discomfort to the patient. To make sure samples arrive at the labs safely To work within a team and also lone working, To work with a computer on wheels using the EPR system To work in an efficient manner to ensure the phlebotomy work is completed in the best practical time. To obtain and keep up to date with all learning To ensure that safe working practises are maintained in the interests of both staff and patients according to Trust and Departmental policies To co-operate with strategies to reduce cross infection To make judgements regarding the viability of taking blood