Part-time phlebotomist

NHS Scotland; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Scotland in Edinburgh is seeking a part-time phlebotomist to join our established phlebotomy team. The post is 13-15 hours per week over three days (ideally Wednesday to Friday) with clinics running in the morning to early afternoon.

Applicants should be able to obtain blood samples from patients aged 16 and older in a caring, professional manner, maintain infection control standards, and work well both in a team and independently.

Qualifications

• Experience in phlebotomy is desirable; training may be provided for the right candidate.
• Must have a caring attitude and ability to put patients at ease.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills; IT literate.

Responsibilities

• Obtain blood samples from patients aged 16 and older in a professional and caring manner.
• Maintain high standards of infection control and safe working practices.
• Work as part of a phlebotomy team and, where needed, cover administrative duties.
• Manage own clinic efficiently and adapt to change at short notice.

Skills

Phlebotomy skills

Patient care

Infection control

Time management

Teamwork

IT literacy

Job description

We are seeking a part-time phlebotomist to join our established and friendly phlebotomy team. This post is for 13- 15 hours per week over three days, ideally Wednesday to Friday with clinics running in the morning to early afternoon. Flexibility to work additional hours to cover holiday periods and undertake domiciliary bloods is also desirable.

The successful candidate will be responsible for obtaining blood samples from the age of 16 years and older in a professional and caring manner, demonstrating a high standard of infection control and good working practices.

The applicant must have a caring attitude and the ability to put patients at ease.

You must also have excellent organisational and time management skills, be IT literate and be able to carry out assigned tasks effectively in a busy environment. With good communication skills you must have the ability to work well as part of a team but also work independently managing your own clinic in a timely manner. Willingness to adapt to change at short notice is essential.

Previous phlebotomy experience is desirable but training would be considered for the right candidate. We are also advertising for an administrative role and would consider candidates that are interested in undertaking both roles. We currently have two phlebotomists who undertake both phlebotomy and reception / administrative duties

For further information and informal enquires please contact to Jacqui Crosbie, Business Manager 0131 445 5999 [e-mail]

- Urban Practice

Reference:

Salary: Salary negotiable dependent on experience

Contract Type: Permanent

Posted On: 28/09/2026

Closing Date: 11/10/2026