Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Advanced Phlebotomist

The closing date is 27 August 2025

Job summary

The post holder is required to work as an Advanced Phlebotomist collecting blood samples by venepuncture from patients in a variety of Hospital & Community settings.

While working in the Community setting this post will involve lone working in patients' homes, at off site blood collecting units & INR clinics. This post carries a high degree of autonomy. The job will include the direct handling of body fluids e.g. blood, urine.

This post is suitable for anyone looking for part-time or fulltime hours.

Main duties of the job

To perform Venepuncture on patients

To co-operate fully with senior staff in order to deliver the highest possible quality Phlebotomy Service to HDFT patients in both the on and off-site Hospital &Community settings.

To participate in a system of performance review as required by the Phlebotomy Manager & Phlebotomy Supervisor.

To provide Phlebotomy cover for extended hours, including weekend & Bank Holiday rotas.

Lone working in patients' homes while being mindful of own & patients' safety at all times. If patients are found to be unwell this may, on occasion, require liaison with GP / District Nurses / Emergency services.

Manage patient queues & expectations using excellent communication skill to ensure the efficient running of each clinic within the allotted timings.

To foster a good relationship with Medical, Nursing, Pharmacy and other staff in all areas of work.

To communicate clearly with patients the venepuncture procedure that is being done.To try at all times to help the patient remain calm and reassured.To obtain assistance (where available) if required.

To ensure patients ID details are always correct and match the request form before performing venepuncture.

About us

At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.

  • An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
  • Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
  • Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
  • Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.

Details

Date posted

12 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

421-LTUCC-3226C

Job locations

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions, please contact Mandy Hardcastle or Lisa Smart

mandy.hardcastle1@nhs.net

lisa.smart7@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions, please contact Mandy Hardcastle or Lisa Smart

mandy.hardcastle1@nhs.net

lisa.smart7@nhs.net

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE level education (including English) or equivalent
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent knowledge from experience
  • Full UK driving licence

Desirable

  • First aid at work qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in Phlebotomy/healthcare clinical skills role

Desirable

  • Experience of delivering training
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE level education (including English) or equivalent
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent knowledge from experience
  • Full UK driving licence

Desirable

  • First aid at work qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience in Phlebotomy/healthcare clinical skills role

Desirable

  • Experience of delivering training

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX


Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX


Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Phlebotomy Supervisor

Mandy Hardcastle/Lisa Smart

mandy.hardcastle1@nhs.net

01423553409

Details

Date posted

12 August 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

421-LTUCC-3226C

Job locations

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX


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