Phlebotomist

Royal Devon; Barnstaple; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

NHS Pension

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 2 Phlebotomist to join the Phlebotomy Team at North Devon District Hospital. You will have experience taking patient blood samples and work across Outpatients and inpatient wards with a supportive team.

The role is part time with shifts across a 7-day week; enhanced pay may apply depending on pattern. The Trust values diversity and provides ongoing development opportunities and a strong NHS pension.

Qualifications

• Experience taking patient blood samples is essential.
• Part-time role with shifts across 7 days.
• Phlebotomy services across outpatient and inpatient wards.

Responsibilities

• Take patient blood samples in a timely and accurate manner.
• Work within Outpatients and Inpatients wards.
• Assist with phlebotomy service schedule as required.

Skills

Blood sampling

Phlebotomy experience

Job description

Do you have experience in taking patient blood samples? We are looking for a Band 2 Phlebotomist to join the Phlebotomy Team at the North Devon District Hospital.

Phlebotomists are an integral part of the Outpatient Team.

Our teams are caring, compassionate and inclusive, so whatever your background, you will be made to feel very welcome. More information about the role, is included in the attached document. Read it now and find out for yourself why we are regularly voted as one of the best NHS Trusts to work for.

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

Our Phlebotomists form an essential and well-respected part of our healthcare team across a number of dynamic settings; including outpatients and inpatient wards.

You must have experience taking patient blood samples.

Depending on your shift pattern and working hours, you may also receive an additional enhancements to your pay.

Working Pattern:The post is for part time, hours per week to be discussed at interview, covering a variety of shifts over the 7 day week. We provide a phlebotomy service on the inpatient wards between 08:00 and 12:00 on a Monday to Friday and 07:30 to 11:30 during Bank Holidays and weekends. We also have a phlebotomy service in the Outpatients Department where we are open between 09:00 and 16:50 Therefore our shifts vary between 4 and 8 hours depending on the needs of the service.

Interview Date:To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact:Jo Damp, Outpatient Lead or Kat Grant, Deputy Lead Nurse on 01271 311651

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation TrustandNorthern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the‑art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world‑class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work‑life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.

• Salary Band 2: £25,272 per annum pro rata
• Frequency Annual
• Vacancy Reference 185-840-14208
• Contract Type Permanent
• Closing Date 21 September, 2026
• Job Category Clinical Services
• Staff Group Additional Clinical Services