SEL GP Domiciliary Phlebotomist

We are currently looking to recruit one permanent Phlebotomist to join our busy team. Working independently, the Phlebotomist is responsible for extracting blood samples in line with organisational procedures and administering the processing of all blood sampling requests in an efficient and precise manner. The Phlebotomist role involves interacting with a significant amount of patients within their home / care home setting with restricted time scales. It is important that the post holder is able to remain calm under pressure, is efficient, organised and can be considered by patients and colleagues as friendly, caring and able to put others at ease quickly. Days of Work: Monday - Friday (Friday will have to be one of the working days)

We are looking for someone who already holds the phlebotomy qualification and who ideally has experience of working in a similar role. The successful candidate must have:

• A recognised Phlebotomy qualification
• At least 1 year experience of taking blood.
• The ability to work independently and safely within protocols and safety netting procedures
• An excellent command of the English language, both written and verbally .
• Excellent communication skills.
• The ability to pass a mandatory DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) check.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Hold a full, clean driving licence and have access to a car for home visits.
• A professional approach and pleasant manner.
• The ability to communicate with peers and members of management.
• The physical ability to be able to use phlebotomy equipment safely.
• Experience of using clinical systems would be an advantage but is not essential as training is available for users of equivalent systems.
  
  You will be working for South and East Leeds GP Group, a Federation of GP practices in South and East Leeds.