Phlebotomist

This is a part time position of 17.5hours per week. Shifts are rostered to cover the phlebotomy service which operates 7 days per week. Phlebotomist's are given at least 6 weeks' notice of their rostered shifts., Part time: 17.5 hours per week, worked on a variable roster pattern.
Diagnostics and Clinical Support Services in partnership with
Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Services
+ To perform venepuncture under supervision of the senior phlebotomy team and managers as designated; after achieving competence post holder will be expected to work alone when and where required.
+ To follow the general policies and protocols of the department and, in association with the clinical, scientific and technical staff, assist in maintaining the highest professional standards.

For this role it is necessary for you to be a caring and courteous individual that can work under pressure in a challenging environment. You must be able to work responsibly, following protocols and procedures, and have the ability to work on your own initiative. There is a lot of walking, standing and bending involved, therefore a degree of fitness is essential. Experience is not essential, as full training is provided; however, we would like you to have had recent healthcare or customer service experience. This position is a band 2, with potential to progress into a band 3 post once training and experience has been gained.
Applicants should have use of a reliable car as some work is based at the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust community sites.

Working for our organisation
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo, To be part of the phlebotomy team contributing to the clinical care of patients within the Royal Surrey Hospital and community by providing a high quality blood collection service.