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Sidmouth, Devon | United Kingdom
Job description
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role: Here at the Community Phlebotomy service, we are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is keen to learn and develop new skills and is passionate about delivering excellent patient care. This is an exciting fixed term (24months) post that will support the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust with the Grail Bio- sampling Pilot. A Cancer Blood Test, the Galleri test, is being assessed by the NHS as part of a large-scale clinical trial, the NHS-Galleri study. This test has been shown in studies to be effective at finding cancers that are typically difficult to identify early- such as head and neck, bowel, lung, ovarian and pancreatic cancers. By assessing the Galleri test at a population scale, we have the opportunity to better understand the performance of this test that can detect a cancer. This exciting opportunity promotes autonomy and the successful candidate will be supported to run clinics and manage their own patient case load, whilst working closely with the Community Ambulatory Care Team to ensure care is safely delivered for the patient. There is an opportunity of 2 x band 3 posts- part time/full time hours, this will be to cover multiple Community Hospital sites that range from Okehampton to Exmouth. The Community Phlebotomy Service operates Monday to Friday 08.00 - 16.00 This service works alongside Community Ambulatory and the Community outpatients services, therefore there will be an expectation to work across this cluster at times. Working Pattern: Full and part time positions available, Monday to Friday 08.00 - 16.00/08.00- 13.00. No weekends or bank holidays Interview Date: Tuesday 19th April 2024 For further information please contact: Steph Clapp, Community Ambulatory/Phlebotomy Business Manager, on [email protected] or 01395 519956. This is a fixed term contract for 24 months. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity. As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
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£22.82k - £24.34k per annum
