Clinical/ Scientific/ TechnicalThe 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.AdministrationThe 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 & TrainingThe 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.KPI's