Phlebotomist

Job summary

Are you an experienced phlebotomist looking to take the next step in your career within a friendly and supportive environment? Parbold Surgery is seeking a dedicated and skilled phlebotomist to join our team. Ideally, you'll have experience working in a GP practice, but if not don't worry. Full training and support will be provided to help you settle into the role.

Phlebotomy skills and experience are essential, and you'll play a key part in delivering high-quality care to our community of approximately 7,000 patients. You'll be working alongside our established nursing and healthcare assistant team as part of a wider clinical team committed to excellence in patient care.

If you're passionate about patient well-being and looking to be part of a professional, forward-thinking practice that values personal development and teamwork, Parbold Surgery is the perfect fit for you.

Main duties of the job

• Venepuncture: Perform blood collection from patients of all ages using correct techniques and protocols, ensuring patient safety and comfort.

• Sample Handling: Correctly label, package, and prepare blood samples for transport to the laboratory in accordance with practice and NHS guidelines.

• Patient Identification & Record Keeping: Ensure accurate patient identification and maintain thorough documentation of procedures and samples collected within the clinical system EMIS.

• Infection Control: Follow strict hygiene, infection prevention, and control protocols before, during, and after each procedure.

• Patient Interaction: Provide a calm, reassuring presence for patients who may be anxious or nervous, especially those with a fear of needles.

• Teamwork: Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, HCAs, and admin staff to support the efficient delivery of patient care.

• Confidentiality & GDPR: Maintain strict patient confidentiality and adhere to data protection regulations at all times.

• Clinical System Use: Enter relevant data and results into the patient record and ensure appropriate follow-up actions are flagged or undertaken.

• Support Clinics: Occasionally assist with other clinical tasks during clinics, if appropriately trained and required.

• Adherence to Protocols: Comply with all practice policies, procedures, and health and safety guidelines.

About us

Parbold Surgery is a vibrant and welcoming training practice committed to shaping the future of healthcare. We take pride in nurturing talent and supporting the growth of our team in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment.

Our clinical team includes:

• 5 GP Partners

• 5 GP Registrars

• 1 Practice Nurse

• 1 Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP)

• 2 Health Care Assistants

• 1 Care Co-ordinator

We also benefit from the wider support of our local Primary Care Network (PCN), which provides access to a Clinical Pharmacist, First Contact Physiotherapist, and Frailty Nurse.

Behind the scenes, our experienced management and administrative team of 15 ensures the smooth day-to-day running of the practice, supporting both our clinicians and our patients.

If you're looking to join a supportive, professional, and forward-looking team where development is encouraged and valued, Parbold Surgery is the place for you.