Phlebotomist

NHS; Camberley; On-site; GBP 1,000; Part time

Job summary

Camberley Health Centre is seeking an experienced phlebotomist to join their team. The role involves part-time work (15-20 hours per week) performing venepuncture, maintaining patient records, and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure quality patient care. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in venepuncture required.
• Good standard of general education essential.
• Experience working with the public and in a healthcare setting is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient consent for blood sample collection.
• Perform venepuncture according to practice protocols.
• Maintain accurate patient records on Emis.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Polite telephone manner

Effective time management

Ability to work independently

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to follow clinical policies

Education

Relevant qualification in venepuncture

Good standard of general education

Job description

Camberley Health Centre is seeking an experienced, qualified phlebotomist to join our friendly practice team. The role involves working 15-20 hours per week across various shifts.

Main duties of the job

Primary Responsibilities:

The core responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Obtaining patient consent for blood sample collection
2. Performing venepuncture according to practice protocols
3. Maintaining accurate patient records on Emis
4. Labeling, packaging, and storing samples correctly
5. Using the specimen log effectively and resolving discrepancies
6. Ensuring timely sending of samples to the laboratory
7. Maintaining liaison with laboratory staff at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
8. Collaborating with the nursing team and seeking guidance when needed

Additional tasks may include:

1. Participating in practice audits
2. Engaging in initiatives to improve service delivery and patient care
3. Supporting shared learning within the practice
4. Completing opening and closing procedures as per rota

About us

We are a friendly practice serving a diverse community of approximately 10,000 patients, with a multidisciplinary team including GPs, nurses, advanced nurse practitioners, healthcare assistants, administrative staff, pharmacists, and pharmacy technicians.

Details

Date posted: 22 May 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £12.60 per hour

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: B0037-25-0079

Job locations:

Theta Building, Lyon Way, Frimley, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 7ER

Camberley Health Centre, 159 Frimley Road, Camberley, Surrey, GU15 2QA

Job description

See supporting documents for full job description, person specification, and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential):

• Relevant qualification in venepuncture
• Good standard of general education

Skills (Essential):

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Polite telephone manner
• Effective time management
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow clinical policies and procedures

Experience (Essential):

• Experience working with the public
• Experience in a healthcare setting

Desirable:

• Experience in a primary care environment

Personal Qualities

Essential:

• Polite, confident, flexible, motivated, and loyal
• Empathetic and able to work under pressure
• Effective communicator and resource utilizer
• Punctual and team-oriented

Desirable:

• Problem-solving skills and commitment to professional development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This position requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Employer details

Name: Surrey Heath Community Providers Ltd

Address: Theta Building, Lyon Way, Frimley, Camberley, Surrey, GU16 7ER

Website: https://www.surreyheathcommunityproviders.co.uk/