Phlebotomist

TN United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Relief Phlebotomist to join their team. This role involves travelling to various locations, providing essential healthcare services, and engaging with participants to improve health outcomes. Candidates should have practical experience as a Phlebotomist and possess a driving license. The opportunity includes completing NVQ2 Healthcare training, making it ideal for those passionate about healthcare. The company offers competitive benefits, including a generous holiday allowance and staff discounts, in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive holiday allowance

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Generous staff discount

Free flu jabs

Qualifications

• 12 months of practical experience as a Phlebotomist is required.
• Willingness to complete NVQ2 Healthcare training.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming participants and explaining the phlebotomy process.
• Managing clerical tasks and taking venous blood samples.
• Supporting the healthcare counter with product advice.

Skills

Practical experience as a Phlebotomist

Ability to work independently

Empathy and approachability

Comfort with technology

Flexibility to work weekends

Education

NVQ2 Healthcare training or equivalent

Job description

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Relief Phlebotomist

The Relief Phlebotomist role involves travelling to stores around the region, up to 60 minutes from the base store. Travel expenses are covered by Boots.

Requirements:

• Full driving licence and access to a car are necessary due to support for other stores.
• At least 12 months practical experience as a Phlebotomist.

Salary: £12.36 per hour, up to £13.53 in selected locations within London.

By joining our team, you will work on behalf of Our Future Health, a charity partnered with the NHS, aiming to become the UK’s largest health research programme. We are collecting data from millions of volunteers across the UK to improve disease prevention, detection, and treatment.

Your main duties will include:

1. Welcoming participants, verifying details, explaining the phlebotomy process, and taking measurements such as height, weight, and waist circumference.
2. Managing clerical tasks like booking appointments and maintaining stock levels.
3. Taking and managing venous blood samples.
4. Supporting the healthcare counter by advising on healthcare products and services.
5. Opportunity to complete an NVQ2 Healthcare training programme.

What you’ll need:

• 12 months practical experience as a Phlebotomist.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and independently.
• Empathetic and approachable demeanor.
• Comfortable with technology.
• Passionate about healthcare and customer care.
• Willing to complete Healthcare Training at NVQ2 or equivalent.
• Flexibility to work weekends.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive holiday allowance
• Boots Retirement Savings Plan
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme
• Generous staff discount
• Free flu jabs

Additional benefits are available; click here to view the full list (subject to change and eligibility).

Why Boots?

We value caring individuals who go the extra mile. Our inclusive environment encourages everyone to be themselves and reach their potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and embrace diversity.

Next steps:

If successful, our recruitment team will contact you for an interview. Unsuccessful applicants will be notified via email. The role requires a DBS/PVG check.

We support flexible working arrangements, including job share and reduced hours, and provide reasonable adjustments during the application process.

Additional notes:

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Created on 26/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom