Job Title: Phlebotomist Healthcare Assistant
Specialism: Phlebotomist
Job Location: Barrow-in-Furness, UK
Salary: £20 Hourly
Duration: 3 months
Are you ready to embark on an enriching journey as a Phlebotomist Healthcare Assistant in the charming town of Barrow-in-Furness? This locum opportunity offers the perfect blend of professional growth and scenic living. With a competitive rate of £20 per hour and flexibility to fit your lifestyle, this 3-month position allows you to refine your skills while enjoying the lakeside beauty of this unique area.
Perks and benefits:
- Locum work offers unparalleled flexibility, giving you the freedom to choose your working days and schedule as you see fit.
- Enjoy enhanced pay rates during weekends: £24.00 per hour on Saturdays and an impressive £29.00 per hour on Sundays, perfect for making the most out of your weekends.
- Gain experience across a diverse range of settings, expanding your professional skills and enhancing your CV without a long-term commitment.
- Enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Barrow-in-Furness, offering a perfect work-life balance with natural beauty right at your doorstep.
What you will do:
- Draw blood from patients for lab testing, donations, or research accurately and efficiently.
- Verify patient identity and information to ensure accurate blood collection.
- Label and document collected blood samples with precision and care.
- Maintain sterile procedures, following infection control protocols to the letter.
- Prepare and keep all phlebotomy equipment in perfect condition, ensuring everything from needles to vials is ready for use.
- Offer reassurance to patients, especially those who are nervous, keeping them calm and informed throughout the procedure.
- Perform venipuncture, fingerstick, or heelstick procedures with competence and professionalism.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and transportation of samples to labs for analysis.
- Follow specific instructions involving patient preparation, such as fasting requirements, to ensure the accuracy of results.
- Educate patients on post-procedure care, ensuring they know how to manage pressure application or bandaging.
- Monitor patients for any adverse reactions during or after the procedure, providing immediate assistance if needed.
- Adhere to all legal and regulatory requirements for blood collection, ensuring full compliance and quality care.
- Keep accurate records, maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive patient information at all times.
- Keep work areas and equipment clean and disinfected, promoting a safe and hygienic environment.
- Manage inventory of supplies, ensuring everything needed for blood collection is readily available.
Barrow-in-Furness offers a vibrant community, stunning natural landscapes, and a rich history, making it a wonderful place to live and work. With scenic coastlines, lush green parks, and a friendly atmosphere, it's the ideal location for those who love the outdoors and a close-knit community. Come join us and enjoy the perfect work-life balance with endless opportunities for adventure and relaxation.
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