Job overview

To effectively obtain the requested blood samples from referred patients within their usual place of residence. Ensuring correct procedures are followed including confirmation of the identity of the patient and the clear labelling and delivery of collected samples to the identified pathology laboratory.

The role covers all areas within the London Borough of Ealing and the post holder will need to therefore hold a full driving licence to enable you to legally drive one of the team pool vehicles. In the event of not holding a driving licence access to an assisted pedal bike or other form of motorised transport is required.

Note: This role does not offer sponsorship. 

Main duties of the job

·         The collection of requested blood samples from patients, adhering to universal precautions and agreed service standards and procedures, including the correct identification of patients.

·       To ensure the timely outcome of patient visits on the Trust clinical information system (Currently Systm one).

·     To carry out duties in a way that ensures a patient centred approach that delivers an efficient service with a high level of patient satisfaction; ensuring the patient is treated with dignity and respect at all times.

·    To ensure that all specimens are safely and correctly labelled, stored and packaged for transportation to the specified laboratory, in line with trust policy.

· To ensure effective communication with team members, medical and nursing staff as necessary.

·     To undertake the designated domiciliary visits for patients that are unable to attend, GP or Outpatients for their blood test as required by GPs and community Nurses.

·     To have a sound understanding of the health and safety aspects, including infection control, including the collection, storage, and transportation of specimens.

Working for our organisation

West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.

Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and   Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m. 

The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.

The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.