Locum / Temporary Phlebotomist

NHS; Towcester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Towcester Medical Centre seeks an experienced phlebotomist for a temporary role. Responsibilities include performing blood collection, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring infection control. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to patient care, as well as relevant training and experience.

Qualifications

• Over 1 year of experience in phlebotomy or clinical laboratory preferred.
• Experience in primary care is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and capillary punctures safely and proficiently.
• Accurately label and process specimens in EMIS.
• Maintain cleanliness and adhere to infection control standards.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Completion of an accredited phlebotomy training program

Job description

Towcester Medical Centre are looking for an experienced phlebotomist to join their team on a temporary basis.

Main duties of the job

Perform venipuncture and capillary punctures on patients

Accurately label, handle, and process specimens

Maintain cleanliness and infection control standards

Provide excellent patient care and reassurance during procedures

Ensure proper documentation and data entry using EMIS

About us

Towcester Medical Centre is a forward thinking training practice situated in a pleasant semi rural market town with good transport connections.

We are high achieving and innovative in our approach and very keen to develop our staff to their full potential.

We have just over 11,100 patients, 5 GP partners, 3 salaried GPS, an experienced nursing team and strong administrative support. This gives us a strong basis to provide excellent patient care.

Our team are very friendly, and this is often commented on by patients, new starters and visitors to the Practice.

Job responsibilities

The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting blood and other specimens from patients for medical testing. This role requires excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform venepuncture safely and proficiantly

Collect specimens following proper procedures and labeling standards

Verify patient identity and maintain accurate records in EMIS system

Ensure proper handling, storage, and transportation of samples

Prepare and maintain phlebotomy equipment and work area

Follow all safety, infection control, and confidentiality protocols

Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare staff

Person Specification

Experience

• Previous experience in phlebotomy or clinical laboratory (1+ year preferred)
• Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Experience of working in primary care

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited phlebotomy training program

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.