Basic Phlebotomist

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Perform the appropriate duties of the role of Phlebotomist.

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Prepare Phlebotomy trays and trolleys.

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To keep blood taking area and work surfaces clean and tidy as per Infection Control and Safety, Health & Welfare policies.

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Ensure work station is fully restocked and cleaned at the end of each work period.

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To draw blood as requisitioned using vacutainer system.

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Ensure that correct amounts of blood are drawn, tubes labelled correctly and that bloods and forms correspond.

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Sort and dispatch bloods to other off-site areas i.e. Cork University Hospital, Mercy University Hospital and Biomnis

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To facilitate and answer queries regarding blood bottles etc.

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To ensure that all patients are dealt with in a dignified and professional manner.

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To ensure that patients, in the case of a minor, their parent(s) or legal guardian understand the procedures.

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To ensure that you are aware of the ethical matters involved in the disclosure of information about patients.

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Strictly adhere to