Job summary
We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Phlebotomist to join our friendly team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality phlebotomy services to patients, working alongside our nurses, healthcare assistants, and GPs to support effective clinical care.
Main duties of the job
Undertaking venepuncture for patients in accordance with clinical protocols.
Ensuring accurate patient identification, specimen labelling, and documentation.
Preparing and dispatching samples to laboratories following infection control and data protection policies.
Maintaining equipment and stock levels in the treatment area.
Providing a reassuring and professional service to patients at all times.
About us
Cranleigh Medical Practice is a friendly, forward-thinking GP surgery dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to our local community. We pride ourselves on our supportive team culture and focus on improving the patient experience.
We offer
A supportive, friendly, and professional working environment.
Flexible working hours where possible.
NHS pension scheme, cycle to work scheme and staff well being support.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:
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Undertaking venepuncture for patients in accordance with clinical protocols and safety guidelines.
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Working efficiently to booked appointment times, ensuring clinics run smoothly and patients are seen promptly.
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Ensuring accurate patient identification, specimen labelling, and documentation.
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Preparing and dispatching samples to laboratories following infection control and data protection policies.
-
Maintaining equipment and stock levels in the treatment area.
-
Providing a reassuring, professional, and caring service to patients at all times
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:
-
Undertaking venepuncture for patients in accordance with clinical protocols and safety guidelines.
-
Working efficiently to booked appointment times, ensuring clinics run smoothly and patients are seen promptly.
-
Ensuring accurate patient identification, specimen labelling, and documentation.
-
Preparing and dispatching samples to laboratories following infection control and data protection policies.
-
Maintaining equipment and stock levels in the treatment area.
-
Providing a reassuring, professional, and caring service to patients at all times
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experienced in phlebotomy including taking blood samples from patients who are more difficult to bleed.
Desirable
- Experience of working in GP practice
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified and experienced in phlebotomy
- Punctual, well-organised, and able to manage time effectively to maintain smooth patient flow
- Knowledgeable in infection prevention, health and safety, and confidentiality standards
Desirable
- Ability to take blood samples from older children (aged 14+)
- Previous experience in a GP surgery or NHS environment is desirable but not essential.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experienced in phlebotomy including taking blood samples from patients who are more difficult to bleed.
Desirable
- Experience of working in GP practice
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified and experienced in phlebotomy
- Punctual, well-organised, and able to manage time effectively to maintain smooth patient flow
- Knowledgeable in infection prevention, health and safety, and confidentiality standards
Desirable
- Ability to take blood samples from older children (aged 14+)
- Previous experience in a GP surgery or NHS environment is desirable but not essential.
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.
