Community Phlebotomist Supervisor | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Weymouth is seeking an experienced Community Phlebotomist Supervisor. In this part-time role, you will lead a community phlebotomy team, manage caseloads, and ensure high-quality service for housebound patients. Candidates should possess excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and have access to a vehicle. This is a unique opportunity to guide and develop a dedicated team in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Opportunities to develop clinical skills

Qualifications

• Experience in community clinical work is desirable but training will be provided.
• Access to a car with a valid driving license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality community phlebotomy service to housebound patients.
• Supervise the community phlebotomy team ensuring service quality.
• Ensure phlebotomists are trained and skills are current.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Are you an experienced and compassionate Community Phlebotomist looking to thrive in a decision-making role? Our Weymouth and Portland Community Team, based at Weymouth Community Hospital, would love for you to join us as a Community Phlebotomist Supervisor!

As the Community Phlebotomist Supervisor, you will work within patients' homes covering the Weymouth and Portland locality. You will make clinical decisions while leading and managing a small, close-knit team. You will manage and prioritise your own caseload, have excellent communication skills, and access to a car with a valid driving license. You should possess great problem-solving skills and share a passion for delivering high-quality service. This role offers an opportunity to guide and teach the team, bringing your experience, knowledge, and skill set. The role is developing as the service expands.

The Community Phlebotomist post is a part-time role of 27 hours per week, Monday to Friday. These hours could be met over a four-day period, and we can be flexible with how these hours are arranged. In return, we offer opportunities to develop your clinical skills and experience in a supportive team environment, with regular supervision and appraisals.

For queries, please contact Vicky at [e-mail].

Applications from candidates requiring current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible.

• To provide a high-quality and efficient community phlebotomy service to housebound patients in the locality.
• To supervise the community phlebotomy team daily, ensuring service quality and resource allocation.
• To ensure phlebotomists are appropriately trained and skills remain current, with performance management where necessary.
• Experience of community clinical work is desirable but training will be provided.

Employment requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Applicants subscribed to the DBS update service can present a valid DBS certificate.

At Dorset HealthCare, we’re committed to empowering people through outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We operate 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities, and a wide range of community and mental health services for nearly 800,000 people.

We are rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC and have high patient and staff satisfaction scores. Whether in bustling towns, urban areas, seaside spots, or rural Dorset, you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is our strength. We value equal opportunities and celebrate diversity. We are an inclusive workplace where everyone is encouraged to be their best selves.

Join us to challenge yourself, build a career, and contribute to our vision of continuous improvement through excellence, compassion, and expertise.

For main duties and responsibilities, please see the attached job description and person specification. Ensure your supporting statement reflects these criteria by demonstrating how your experience and skills apply to this role.

We also partner with The Prince’s Trust to support young people aged 16-30 in employment readiness. For support, contact [e-mail].

This advert closes on Thursday, 31 July 2025.