HCA Phlebotomist - Southwest of England (Glastonbury)

GP World Limited; Glastonbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Healthcare Assistants with Phlebotomy certification for locum contracts. This role involves conducting health checks, drawing blood samples, and ensuring participant safety during appointments. With a focus on accessibility, the service operates seven days a week, providing essential health services across various regions. If you are passionate about patient care and have the required experience, this opportunity offers a dynamic work environment with flexible hours. Join a dedicated team committed to improving health outcomes and making a difference in the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year’s active experience drawing blood.
• Must have a Phlebotomy certificate or competency sign off.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for drawing blood samples and inputting data.
• Check participant welfare and provide guidance as needed.
• Prepare samples for courier collection.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Patient Care

Data Entry

Measurement Skills

Education

Phlebotomy Certificate

Healthcare Assistant Experience

Job description

HCA Phlebotomist for Health Checks & Phlebotomy – £18 - 25 per hour

Location: Glastonbury

We are looking for HCAs competent in Phlebotomy (must have certificate or competency sign off) for the following locum contract. Please email your full availability, CV and certificate if you would like to be put forward and we will be in touch.

Shift Pattern:

Monday – Friday: 0815 - 1645

Saturday: 0845 - 1615

Sunday: 1045 - 1605

To start 18th May 2025

Requirements:

1. Responsible for re-confirming participant details before commencement of appointment
2. Responsible for completing height, weight and waist measurements captured; taking heart rate and blood pressure checks and inputting result data on the system
3. Responsible for drawing the two blood samples, labelling and storing correctly in fixed and mobile locations
4. Checking the welfare of the participant throughout the appointment, escalating as required
5. Offering signposting, advice and guidance to participants as relevant
6. Responsible for preparing boxes containing samples to be collected by the courier
7. Minimum of one year’s active experience drawing blood (as validated through competency checklist and references during recruitment process)

Background:

• 600,000 participants over the age of 18
• A seven days per week service, running Monday to Sunday, linked to laboratory opening hours, and open from 08:15 to 16:45 to ensure maximum accessibility to participants
• The service will be delivered across various regions in North East of England, North West of England, West & East Midlands, East, South East & South West of England, comprising of fixed locations and mobile sites.

A 20 - 25-minute appointment per participant, inclusive of:

• Confirming participant identity
• Verifying participant consent
• Completing the following tests: Blood pressure measures and heart rate (x2); height (cm); weight (kg); waist circumference (cm); and HbA1c test (where applicable)
• Obtaining venous blood draw (2 x 6 ml EDTA samples)
• Providing the participant with any information based on tests undertaken (where applicable)

We look forward to hearing from you!