Band 2 Phlebotomist

NHS; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking enthusiastic and experienced phlebotomists to join their Phlebotomy team. The role at Good Hope Hospital involves obtaining blood samples and requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. Candidates must have recent clinical experience in phlebotomy and be willing to complete training upon appointment.

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent in English & Mathematics.
• NVQ level 2 knowledge is preferred.
• Recent clinical experience in phlebotomy.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood samples from patients in various settings.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism with patients.
• Work flexible 4-5-hour shifts covering various times.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Compassion

Education

GCSE or equivalent in English & Mathematics

Knowledge and understanding up to or equivalent to NVQ level 2

Job description

Go back University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Band 2 Phlebotomist

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Job summary

We are seeking enthusiastic and experienced phlebotomists to join our Phlebotomy team at Good Hope Hospital, part of UHB NHS Foundation Trust.

This is an exciting and varied role requiring a compassionate individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work under pressure, and basic keyboard proficiency. Successful candidates must have recent clinical experience in phlebotomy (preferably within the last six months) and will be required to complete our local training and competency assessments upon appointment.

Main duties of the job

This role requires flexibility and the ability to remain calm in a busy environment. Responsibilities include:

*Obtaining blood samples from inpatients, outpatients, and various clinics, including the Paediatric Clinic.

*Working part-time or full time, in flexible 4--5-hour shifts covering mornings for wards, as well as afternoon shifts (up to 5 pm) on a rotational basis.

Applicants must be able to work independently without direct supervision, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism while interacting with patients in a sensitive manner. A strong team ethos, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to contributing to patient care are essential.

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

• *GCSE or equivalent in English & Mathematics
• *Display and demonstrate knowledge and understanding up to or equivalent to NVQ level 2

Experience

• *Previous experience of working in a healthcare environment
• *Recent experience in venepuncture / Phlebotomy
• *circulatory and respiratory systems, First Aid and CPR
• *Awareness of the importance of
• *Confidentiality
• *Safeguarding
• *Infection Control

Additional Criteria

• *Able to work flexibly in designated areas that require a Phlebotomy service, which meet the needs of service demand.
• *A team player but also able to be an effective lone worker.
• *Full, current UK driving license with access to a car for business use

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 name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust