Phlebotomist

Position Summary:

A panel may be formed in which the successful candidate(s) will fill vacant posts in a Permanent/ Specific Purpose/ Fixed Term capacity. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing the duties of a qualified Phlebotomist which includes providing a quality blood sample for laboratory analysis. Flexibility and adaptability are essential with regard to working hours as the Phlebotomy Department provides a 7 day phlebotomy service, which includes in-patients and the out-patient department in both Beaumont and St Joseph’s Hospitals and the Accident and Emergency Department.

The Phlebotomy team provides a vital service to the hospital. Good teamwork is essential for the operation of this department.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• To work as part of the Phlebotomy Team and perform venepuncture on patients as directed.

• Participate in work schedules and work programmes created to provide for the most effective and efficient deployment of staff.

• Promote open communications, good working relationships and stimulate initiatives within the Phlebotomy team.

• Participate in agreeing goals and objectives and maintaining teamwork.

• To participate in the training of other staff in Phlebotomy Techniques as requested.

• Participate in any quality initiatives implemented by either Hospital or Laboratory Management.

• Participate in the implementation of Laboratory Information initiatives such as order communications.

• To assist in the management of stocks within Phlebotomy.

The job description indicates the main functions and responsibilities of the post and is subject to review and amendment. Other specific work not covered in this job description may also be assigned by the Manager

Selection Criteria:

Selection criteria outline the qualifications, skills, knowledge and/or experience that the successful candidate would need to demonstrate for successful discharge of the responsibilities of the post.

Applications will be assessed on the basis of how well candidates satisfy these criteria.

Mandatory

• Qualified Phlebotomist

Desirable

• 2 years experience working in Phlebotomy

Conditions specific to this post:

• May be required to work in A&E Department, or St. Josephs hospital
• Opportunities for Permanent posts will arise at a future date

Supplementary information:

Informal Enquiries ONLY to:

Name: Marie McConnell / Suzanne Wakeham
Title: CNM2
Email address: mariemcconnell@beaumont.ie / suzannewakeham@beaumont.ie
Telephone: 01 809 2260