Phlebotomist

Wincanton plc; Dublin; On-site; EUR 43,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading mental health service in Ireland as a Phlebotomist. You will provide comprehensive phlebotomy services, contribute to patient care, and benefit from generous annual leave, a competitive salary, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Ongoing training

Paid study leave and funding for further education

Support for career advancement

Subsidised canteen

Onsite gym

Qualifications

• Must have NMBI registration and 2 years nursing experience.
• Ideally have experience as a phlebotomist or willingness to undertake further training.

Responsibilities

• Collecting bio samples and labelling specimens accurately.
• Forwarding results to relevant wards and ensuring confidentiality of patients.
• Participating in ongoing education/training as relevant.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Education

Current registration on general or psychiatric register with NMBI

Minimum of 2 years post-registration nursing experience

Job description

Applications are now invited for the following position:

Phlebotomist
(0.64 WTE Part time, Permanent)


The successful applicants must:

• Hold current registration on the general or psychiatric register with NMBI
• Have a minimum of 2 years post qualification Nursing experience
• Ideally have experience working as a phlebotomist if not, demonstrate a real commitment to, and interest in developing a career in the speciality, including willingness to undertake further education/training as required

For informal enquiries please contact:

Andy Sweeney
Assistant Director of Nursing
Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

(Applications should not be made to this email address)

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Applications in the form of covering letter and Curriculum Vitae (clearly stating the position being applied for) should be uploaded as one document by Thursday, 5th June 2025.

Please note interviews are taking place week commencing 16th June 2025.
Panels may be formed from which future positions may be filled
St Patrick's Mental Health Services is an equal opportunities employer

Please note that while we seldom work with recruitment agencies, on the rare occasions we specify that we will accept CVs from recruitment agencies, it is only from those who engage in ethical practice. We do not expect recruitment agencies to charge candidates for placements, and do not condone this behaviour as it is not accepted practice.

Job Description
About the organisation
St Patrick's Mental Health Services (SPMHS) is Ireland's largest independent, not-for-profit mental health service. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality mental healthcare, to promoting mental health awareness, and to advocating for the rights of those experiencing mental health difficulties.

We now employ over 700 staff across our services. We hold our staff in high esteem and regard them as our most important asset, enabling us to fulfil our mission. We strive to create and maintain a forward-looking environment where our staff can be innovative and experience satisfaction in their work. We are committed to ensuring the ongoing development of our staff.

The role
Phlebotomist
(0.64 WTE Part time, Permanent Contract)

St Patrick’s Mental Health Services is seeking a Phlebotomist to fill a vacancy. The Phlebotomist provide a comprehensive phlebotomy service to St Patrick’s University Hospital.
The Staff Grade Occupational Therapist will report to the Occupational Therapy Manager.
The standard working week applying to the post is 24 hours per week:
Monday 7.30am - 1.30pm
Tuesday 7.30am - 1.30pm
Wednesday 7.30am - 1.30pm
Friday 7.30am - 1.30pm

The benefits
By joining us, you become part of Ireland’s largest independent, not-for-profit mental health service provider, bringing you many strong career opportunities. We offer you many employee benefits, including:

• A competitive salary range
• Generous annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training
• Paid study leave and funding for further education
• Support for career advancement and professional development
• A subsidised canteen and onsite gym
• Central locations with Bike to Work and TaxSaver Commuter Ticket schemes

Location
St Patrick’s Mental Health Services (SPMHS), incorporating St Patrick’s University Hospital, James’s Street, Dublin 8; St Patrick’s Hospital, Lucan; Willow Grove Adolescent Unit, James’s Street, Dublin 8; and the Dean Clinics.

Responsibilities

• Collecting relevant bio samples and corresponding request forms for diagnostic testing
• Labelling of specimens accurately, legibly, and completely
• Correctly matching specimens to the requests forms and entering into the master log daily
• Assuming responsibility for forwarding all incoming results to relevant wards and consultants
• Performing lithium and clozaril tests on designated days
• Testing members of staff for Hepatitis B as required
• Dealing with all telephone queries
• Ensuring the confidentiality of all patients is strictly maintained
• Liaising with other departments in the Hospital and external bodies as required to optimise laboratory and phlebotomy services
• Ensuring that all Health & Safety guidelines, including those relating to PPE are adhered to
• Taking all necessary precautions to minimise the risk of infections and accidents occurring, and ensuring that all duties are carried out in a sterile environment
• Participating in ongoing education/training as relevant
• Assisting any new staff to the department to ensure they are familiar with all relevant legislation and Hospital policies

This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties. The person appointed may be required to perform other duties as appropriate which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the position. The person appointed will be assigned specific targets in terms of tasks and revenue.


Person specification
Qualifications and/or experience

Candidates must have:

• Current registration on general or psychiatric register of NMBI
• A minimum of 2 years post registration nursing experience
• Ideally have previous experience working as a Phlebotomist or if not, demonstrate a real commitment to, and interest in developing a career in the speciality, including willingness to undertake further education/training as required

Professional knowledge, competencies, and skills

• Knowledge of outside agencies and their roles and functions
• Experience in working in cross functional and multidisciplinary teams
• Knowledge of Mental Health Commission legislative and regulatory guidelines for service delivery
• Strong communication / interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with initiative.
• Proven ability to work in a team
• Ability to develop and maintain constructive working relationships at all levels both within the organisation and with third parties including service user groups.
• Assertiveness
• Organisational, administrative and I.T. skills
• Proven leadership qualities within defined parameters
• Proven awareness of own limitations and ability to take direction when required

Terms and Conditions

Tenure: 0.64WTE Part time, Permanent contract, pensionable as below.

Working Week: The standard hours applying to this position is 24 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

Salary: The salary for the position is based on the Enhanced Staff Nurse 2025 pay scale, €43,868 - €57,255 (pro rata), and is commensurate with experience.

Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the position is in keeping with the leave accorded to staff nurses and considering post registration experience. Annual leave entitlement will be pro rata on time worked.

Pension: All pensionable staff become members of the pension scheme after successful completion of probation. The scheme is a defined contribution scheme with a deduction from the salary of the employee of 4%.

In respect of an internal appointment being made, the individual’s existing pension arrangements will continue.

Probation: The appointee will be appointed in a probationary capacity for the first six months during which time the job holder’s performance will be subject to ongoing review.

Any extension to or suspension of the period of probation will be in line with the European Union (Transparent and Predictable Working Conditions) 2022.

Health: The appointee must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the position and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

Character: The appointee must be of good character.

Retirement Age: Normal retirement age for employees is 66 years which at present is also normal pension age.