Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holder will provide phlebotomy clinics under the direction of the clinical team and in line with practice procedures.

Clinical responsibilities

• Undertake venepuncture within their training and competence
• Check requests and patient details before taking samples
• Use the correct sample bottles and labelling procedures
• Prepare samples and paperwork for laboratory collection
• Dispose of sharps and clinical waste safely
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures
• Respond appropriately to fainting, bleeding or other concerns and seek clinical support
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records
• Report incidents, errors or concerns promptly

Other responsibilities

• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
• Follow practice policies, including safeguarding, data protection and health and safety
• Keep mandatory training up to date
• Monitor stock and help keep the clinical area organised
• Attend relevant practice meetings and training
• Work respectfully with patients and colleagues

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Phlebotomy training or a recognised venepuncture qualification
• Competent and experienced in taking blood samples from adults
• Understands patient identification, consent and safe sample labelling
• Understands infection prevention, sharps safety and confidentiality
• Calm and reassuring manner with patients
• Clear spoken and written communication
• Able to work accurately and follow procedures
• Reliable and able to manage a planned clinic
• Able to work 4 hours each day, Monday to Friday

Desirable

• Previous experience in general practice or another NHS setting
• Experience of using SystmOne
• Current basic life support and infection prevention training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

The Cornerstone Practice

Address

Elwyn Road

March

Cambs

PE15 9BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cornerstoneandmercheford.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical responsibilities

Assess patients with new, ongoing and undiagnosed conditions

Make independent clinical decisions within their competence

Agree treatment and care plans with patients

Prescribe safely and in line with local and national guidance

Provide health advice and support patients to manage their conditions

Refer patients to other services when appropriate

Review results, letters, reports and prescription requests

Undertake home visits when clinically necessary

Keep accurate and up-to-date clinical records

Complete clinical administration within an agreed timescale

Support prevention, screening and long-term condition management

Contribute to safeguarding and patient safety

Take part in clinical meetings, audit and learning

Provide reasonable cover for colleagues during planned or unexpected absence

Carry out the usual duties of a salaried GP working in general practice

Follow practice policies on confidentiality, prescribing, safeguarding, data protection and health and safety

Maintain GMC registration, appraisal and revalidation requirements

Take responsibility for continuing professional development

Work respectfully with clinical, reception and administration colleagues

Raise concerns promptly when patient or staff safety may be affected

Contribute ideas for improving patient care and the way the practice works

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Primary medical qualification recognised by the GMC
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Entry on the GMC GP Register
• Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List
• Eligible to work as a GP in the UK
• Appropriate medical indemnity arrangements
• Able to assess and manage patients independently
• Safe and considered approach to prescribing
• Clear written and spoken communication
• Able to work well with clinical and non-clinical colleagues
• Good time management and clinical record-keeping
• Willing to contribute to practice meetings, learning and improvement
• Reliable and willing to ask for help when needed

Desirable

• Previous experience of NHS general practice
• Experience of using SystmOne
• Experience or interest in audit, teaching or service improvement
• A clinical interest that would add to the skills already available within the practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Cornerstone Practice

Address

Elwyn Road

March

Cambs

PE15 9BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cornerstoneandmercheford.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holder will manage a clinical caseload and provide safe, effective and personal care to registered and temporary patients.

Assess patients with new, ongoing and undiagnosed conditions

Make independent clinical decisions within their competence

Agree treatment and care plans with patients

Prescribe safely and in line with local and national guidance

Provide health advice and support patients to manage their conditions

Refer patients to other services when appropriate

Review results, letters, reports and prescription requests

Undertake home visits when clinically necessary

Keep accurate and up-to-date clinical records

Complete clinical administration within an agreed timescale

Support prevention, screening and long-term condition management

Contribute to safeguarding and patient safety

Take part in clinical meetings, audit and learning

Provide reasonable cover for colleagues during planned or unexpected absence

Carry out the usual duties of a salaried GP working in general practice

Follow practice policies on confidentiality, prescribing, safeguarding, data protection and health and safety

Maintain GMC registration, appraisal and revalidation requirements

Take responsibility for continuing professional development

Work respectfully with clinical, reception and administration colleagues

Raise concerns promptly when patient or staff safety may be affected

Contribute ideas for improving patient care and the way the practice works

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Primary medical qualification recognised by the GMC
• Full GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Entry on the GMC GP Register
• Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List
• Eligible to work as a GP in the UK
• Appropriate medical indemnity arrangements
• Able to assess and manage patients independently
• Safe and considered approach to prescribing
• Clear written and spoken communication
• Able to work well with clinical and non-clinical colleagues
• Good time management and clinical record-keeping
• Willing to contribute to practice meetings, learning and improvement
• Reliable and willing to ask for help when needed

Desirable

• Previous experience of NHS general practice
• Experience of using SystmOne
• Experience or interest in audit, teaching or service improvement
• A clinical interest that would add to the skills already available within the practice
• ARRS eligibility
• Appointment is subject to the successful applicant meeting the ARRS eligibility requirements applying at their start date. Eligibility will be checked before an offer is confirmed.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Cornerstone Practice

Address

Elwyn Road

March

Cambs

PE15 9BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cornerstoneandmercheford.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)