Clinical/ Scientific/ Technical
The Staff Grade Phlebotomist will:
* Collect blood samples for patients by venepuncture as requested by medical, nursing or laboratory staff.
* Be competent in the selection of the appropriate sample bottle for all common laboratory investigations.
* Be competent in the procedures required for bleeding High Risk, Immunocompromised and isolation patients.
* Be competent in the procedure of peripheral intravenous cannulation.
* Organise and stock work benches and trolleys on a daily basis.
* Clean and disinfect trolleys and work benches after use.
* Ascertain location of patients on wards by liaising with ward medical and nursing staff and plan the most efficient route to and between destinations.
* Liaise with ward medical and nursing staff to prioritise patients for bleeding.
* Transport specimens collected to the Pathology Specimen Reception Laboratory if required.
* Ensure samples collected are clearly and accurately labelled with patient identification details.
* Participate in departmental audit and accreditation processes.
* Ensure that protocol and situation changes are communicated to other staff as they rotate through the various work areas.
* Develop and promote good interpersonal relationships with patients, their family / social network supports and the multi-disciplinary care team in the promotion of patient centred care.
* Endeavour to ensure that care is carried out in an empathetic and ethical manner and that the dignity and spiritual needs of the patient are respected.
* Assist with other duties as directed by the Senior Phlebotomist i.e. stocking, ordering, etc.
Administration
The Staff Grade Phlebotomist will:
* Participate in relevant staff and departmental meetings.
* Co-operate with all staff to promote good team working.
* Maintain high standards of the department by contributing towards individual and team objectives.
* Comply with all personnel and other official and operational policies of the Pathology Department and of the Hospital.
* Ensure that the appropriate and efficient use of supplies is made and exercise economy in the use of consumables. Monitor phlebotomy stocks.
* Maintain professional standards including patient and data confidentiality.
Education & Training
The Staff Grade Phlebotomist will:
* To participate in continuing education, training and research activities consistent with the position.
* Assist with in-house training by supervising and giving advice to trainee Phlebotomists or other health care providers.
* Participate and comply with all mandatory training requirements.
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