OPD HCA / Phlebotomist

The post holder works under indirect supervision of the Paediatric Outpatient Ward Manager and undertakes task and duties delegated by team leader or a suitably qualified, regulated professional. They will work collaboratively with the Multidisciplinary team to meet the needs of patients, following policy and procedures while providing supervision to more junior staff across paediatrics., + To pro-actively participate in the planning, assessing, implementation and evaluation of patient care as part of the multi-disciplinary team throughout the patient pathway using research based practice.
+ To deliver care in accordance with the Trust's and paediatric departments policies and protocols. To be aware of the organizational and nursing strategy
+ To ensure child protection and safeguarding issues are acted upon promptly and appropriately
+ Work autonomously and with others to always deliver high standards of care to patients and their careers, autonomously and as part of a team.
+ Communicate in accordance with Trust values, to patients, carers and staff at all times., 1.To be fully competent in all aspects of venepuncture as according to the Trust venepuncture policy and practice techniques maintaining competency levels through a six months re assessment protocol and participate in (PDP)-Appraisals
2. To cover Paediatric outpatient/ phlebotomy duties as requested on the daily Rota by the Paediatric outpatient manager and bring any problems to the attention of the line manager that may arise during the course of their duty
3. Prioritise workload and organises and carries out work that promotes quality
4. Measuring and recording following physiological measurements in routine presentations:
- Blood pressure
- Pulse rate and rhythm
- Temperature
- Height and weight
- ECG
- HbA1C Blood glucose test
5. To learn and maintain an up to date knowledge of the blood tests performed and their appropriate bottles and containers
6. To label blood samples as directed by the venepuncture policies
7. To adhere to the phlebotomy standard operating procedure children under 16years
8. To carry out phlebotomy duties as agreed by the Medical team and bring any problems to the attention of the phlebotomy manager that may arise during the course of their duty
9. To ensure a high standard of cleanliness around all equipment and space used for phlebotomy and adhere to infection control policies
10. Using aseptic techniques whenever clinically indicated
Please see attached job description and person specification to this advert for further details.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites-Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital-along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.
The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

+ Please check your emails regularly as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process.
+ If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks after the closing date, we regret that this usually means your application was not successful.
+ In submitting an application, you authorise the Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process, should you be appointed to the post.
+ During the recruitment process your identity documentation (ie passport, driving licence, visa etc) will be scanned using a device which recognises UV, infrared and machine-readable zone security features of the documents provided.
+ Employment at the Trust is offered subject to successful completion of a six month probationary period.