Phlebotomist

Job overview

The University Hospital of North Midlands, Mid Cheshire and East Cheshire NHS Trusts are working collaboratively to form a Pathology network (NMCPS) in line with a NHSI directive.

We are looking for a confident and well-presented individual to join our phlebotomy team. The collection of quality blood samples from patients is a vital stage in many medical investigations. The successful applicant must enjoy working with people and possess good communication skills.

Main duties of the job

Full training will be given to the successful applicant - no previous experience is required We offer a phlebotomy service in a range of locations across North Midlands including Royal Stoke and County Hospitals, ward based, community walk-in centres and community appointment based clinics. Attention to detail is important along with basic keyboard skills and applicants should enjoy the challenge of working in a fast pace patient environment. The successful applicant will be based at COUNTY HOSPITAL  working primarily on the wards.  You will also be required to work at  community clinics and the phlebotomy suite within the Out Patients Department  at County Hospital

There may be the occasional requirement to work at Royal Stoke Hospital

work pattern 1

5 x 5 hour shifts variable starting / finishing times times on a Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday , Friday , Saturday

work pattern 2

4 x 5 hours shifts variable starting / finishing time on a Sunday , Monday , Tuesday , Wednesday

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.