Job summary
Phlebotomist Fixed-Term Contract (1 Day/Week) We are looking for a qualified and experienced phlebotomist to join our team on a fixed-term basis for 6 months. This is a part-time role, working one day per week (7.5 hours), and includes access to the NHS Pension Scheme.
The successful candidate must be confident and competent in venepuncture for adults. Experience and a recognised qualification enabling you to take blood from children aged 2 years and over would be highly desirable.
You will be part of a friendly and supportive clinical team, providing a vital service to our patients. Professionalism, compassion, and excellent communication skills are essential.
Requirements:
- Recognised phlebotomy qualification
- Proven experience in adult venepuncture
- Paediatric experience (age 2+) desirable
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-focused care
This is a great opportunity to contribute to patient care in a flexible, supportive setting.
Contract: 6 months, 1 day/week (7.5 hours) may be extended with mutal consent
Benefits: NHS pension
If you were ready to make a difference with your skills, we'd love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties:
- Perform venepuncture on adults and, if appropriately qualified, children aged 2 and over
- Ensure safe, accurate, and timely collection of blood samples in line with clinical protocols
- Accurately label and prepare samples for transport to the laboratory
- Provide a calm and reassuring experience for all patients, particularly young children
- Maintain high standards of infection control and hygiene
- Record patient details and sample information accurately in clinical systems
- Communicate effectively with patients, parents/guardians, and healthcare professionals
- Manage equipment and supplies needed for phlebotomy procedures
- Adhere to confidentiality, safeguarding, and NHS policies at all times
About us
We are a small, welcoming team made up of dedicated admin, reception,
and clinical staff who support each other to provide high quality,
patient-centered care. You will be working in a friendly, well-organised
environment where your skills are truly valued, and where good communication
and teamwork make a real difference each day.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title:
Phlebotomist (Adults & Paediatrics)
Location:
Roxbourne Medical Centre, 37 Rayners Lane, south Harrow, HA2 0UE
Hours:
1 day per week (7.5 hours) Fixed Term (6 months)
Reports to:
Practice Manager / Clinical Lead
Job Purpose:
To provide a high-quality phlebotomy service to adult patients and, where appropriately qualified, to children aged 2 years and over. The post holder will ensure safe and effective collection, labelling, and handling of blood samples while offering a calm and supportive experience for patients of all ages.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform venepuncture for adults and children aged 2+, where trained and competent
- Label, record, and prepare blood samples in accordance with NHS procedures
- Ensure safe handling, storage, and timely dispatch of samples to the laboratory
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment, observing infection control procedures
- Reassure and support anxious patients, particularly children and their families
- Accurately enter patient and sample details into clinical systems
- Report any concerns or incidents in line with practice policies
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to data protection standards
- Work collaboratively with clinical and admin colleagues to support smooth service delivery
- Participate in ongoing training and supervision as required
Person Specification:
Essential:
- Recognised phlebotomy qualification
- Proven experience in adult venepuncture
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Understanding of infection control and health & safety procedures
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable:
- Qualification/competency to bleed children aged 2 and over
- Experience working in a GP surgery or community setting
- Knowledge of NHS clinical systems - emis
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title:
Phlebotomist (Adults & Paediatrics)
Location:
Roxbourne Medical Centre, 37 Rayners Lane, south Harrow, HA2 0UE
Hours:
1 day per week (7.5 hours) Fixed Term (6 months)
Reports to:
Practice Manager / Clinical Lead
Job Purpose:
To provide a high-quality phlebotomy service to adult patients and, where appropriately qualified, to children aged 2 years and over. The post holder will ensure safe and effective collection, labelling, and handling of blood samples while offering a calm and supportive experience for patients of all ages.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform venepuncture for adults and children aged 2+, where trained and competent
- Label, record, and prepare blood samples in accordance with NHS procedures
- Ensure safe handling, storage, and timely dispatch of samples to the laboratory
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment, observing infection control procedures
- Reassure and support anxious patients, particularly children and their families
- Accurately enter patient and sample details into clinical systems
- Report any concerns or incidents in line with practice policies
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to data protection standards
- Work collaboratively with clinical and admin colleagues to support smooth service delivery
- Participate in ongoing training and supervision as required
Person Specification:
Essential:
- Recognised phlebotomy qualification
- Proven experience in adult venepuncture
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Understanding of infection control and health & safety procedures
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable:
- Qualification/competency to bleed children aged 2 and over
- Experience working in a GP surgery or community setting
- Knowledge of NHS clinical systems - emis
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Qualified in adult and children phlebotomy
Experience
Essential
- Recognised phlebotomy qualification and evidence of competency
- Experience of working within a nursing or clinical team
- Experience of venepuncture on adults in a primary care or healthcare setting
- Experience of dealing with vulnerable patients, including those with additional needs, anxiety, or medical complexity
- Ability to provide a calm and reassuring manner, especially with anxious patients and children
- Understanding of and commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and safeguarding procedures
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and use initiative, as well as function effectively within a team
- Reliable, punctual, and well-organised with good attention to detail
- Commitment to providing a high standard of patient care
Desirable
- Experience of working in primary care or community healthcare settings
- Experience of working within a GP practice environment
- Competency in paediatric phlebotomy (children aged 2 years and over)
- Familiarity with NHS protocols and sample handling procedures
- Experience using clinical systems such as EMIS
- Knowledge of NHS policies including safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection
- Ability to manage time effectively and adapt to changing priorities within a busy practice
- Evidence of continued professional development relevant to phlebotomy or patient care
- Training or experience in dealing with patients who have learning disabilities, dementia, or mental health needs
- A flexible and proactive approach to supporting colleagues and wider team function
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Qualified in adult and children phlebotomy
Experience
Essential
- Recognised phlebotomy qualification and evidence of competency
- Experience of working within a nursing or clinical team
- Experience of venepuncture on adults in a primary care or healthcare setting
- Experience of dealing with vulnerable patients, including those with additional needs, anxiety, or medical complexity
- Ability to provide a calm and reassuring manner, especially with anxious patients and children
- Understanding of and commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and safeguarding procedures
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and use initiative, as well as function effectively within a team
- Reliable, punctual, and well-organised with good attention to detail
- Commitment to providing a high standard of patient care
Desirable
- Experience of working in primary care or community healthcare settings
- Experience of working within a GP practice environment
- Competency in paediatric phlebotomy (children aged 2 years and over)
- Familiarity with NHS protocols and sample handling procedures
- Experience using clinical systems such as EMIS
- Knowledge of NHS policies including safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection
- Ability to manage time effectively and adapt to changing priorities within a busy practice
- Evidence of continued professional development relevant to phlebotomy or patient care
- Training or experience in dealing with patients who have learning disabilities, dementia, or mental health needs
- A flexible and proactive approach to supporting colleagues and wider team function
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.
