Go back
The Puzey Family Practice

GP Phlebotomist

The closing date is 12 September 2025

Apply for this job

Job summary

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Phlebotomist to join our large, friendly general practice team. The successful candidate will be responsible for obtaining blood samples from patients in a safe, professional, caring manner, ensuring high standards of safe, quality care. You will work closely with the wider GP team: Doctors, nurses, allied health care professionals and administrative staff to support the delivery of effective clinical services.

Main duties of the job

  • Candidates should have prior experience in phlebotomy and have appropriate certification in performing blood sampling
  • Hours of work are between 7am-12noon Monday-Friday (excluding public holidays)
  • Subject to medical clearance including appropriate vaccination as per policy

About us

The Puzey Family Practice GP surgery serves a patient list size of over 20,000 patient in the heart of Rochford and has been delivering medical services for over 35 years.

Details

Date posted

11 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.72 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A5930-25-0000

Job locations

Southwell House

Back Lane

Rochford

Essex

SS4 1AY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform venepuncture procedures for adults and children (age 10 and above) according to the bookings in your rota.

  • Collect, label and package samples and record accurate documentation ensuring adherence to protocols.

  • Input relevant information and data accurately in the required systems: SystmOne and ICE

  • Ensure all equipment is stock checked and stored appropriately. Assist in ordering and maintaining adequate stocks, report any issues or equipment faults to line manager.

  • Observe infection control, health and safety procedures and wider practice policies at all times.

  • Respond professionally and sensitively to patients who may be anxious, distressed or in need of medical assistance.

  • Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with GDPR and practice policies.

  • Participate in audits and clinical governance activities as required; particularly infection control governance.

  • Attend and complete required mandatory training, as directed.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform venepuncture procedures for adults and children (age 10 and above) according to the bookings in your rota.

  • Collect, label and package samples and record accurate documentation ensuring adherence to protocols.

  • Input relevant information and data accurately in the required systems: SystmOne and ICE

  • Ensure all equipment is stock checked and stored appropriately. Assist in ordering and maintaining adequate stocks, report any issues or equipment faults to line manager.

  • Observe infection control, health and safety procedures and wider practice policies at all times.

  • Respond professionally and sensitively to patients who may be anxious, distressed or in need of medical assistance.

  • Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with GDPR and practice policies.

  • Participate in audits and clinical governance activities as required; particularly infection control governance.

  • Attend and complete required mandatory training, as directed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Certificate for phlebotomy skills/blood sampling
  • Basic IT skills / computer literacy

Desirable

  • Experience working in NHS setting
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Certificate for phlebotomy skills/blood sampling
  • Basic IT skills / computer literacy

Desirable

  • Experience working in NHS setting

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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Puzey Family Practice

Address

Southwell House

Back Lane

Rochford

Essex

SS4 1AY


Employer's website

https://www.puzeyfamilypractice.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Puzey Family Practice

Address

Southwell House

Back Lane

Rochford

Essex

SS4 1AY


Employer's website

https://www.puzeyfamilypractice.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Practice Manager

Erin Burrows

erin.burrows@nhs.net

01702533740

Details

Date posted

11 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.72 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A5930-25-0000

Job locations

Southwell House

Back Lane

Rochford

Essex

SS4 1AY


Privacy notice

The Puzey Family Practice's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)