Phlebotomist

NHS; Bedford; On-site; GBP 25,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS is looking for part-time phlebotomists to join a busy department at Bedford Hospital. The role involves taking blood samples, adhering to strict health protocols, and collaborating with a well-established team. Previous experience in a phlebotomy department is preferred, and in-house training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a Phlebotomy Department.
• Awareness of health safety protocols.
• Good communication skills with patients.

Responsibilities

• Undertake phlebotomy duties in Out-patient departments.
• Prioritize workload considering a large throughput of patients.
• Ensure compliance with infection control policies.

Skills

Communication

Infection control awareness

Teamwork

Education

Good general education

Certificate of competence in phlebotomy

Job description

Job summary

We are currently looking for enthusiastic phlebotomists to work in our very busy department

Part time Phlebotomist post 30 hours

7 day per week phlebotomy service.

Monday 8am-4.30pm, Tuesday 8am-1pm, Wednesday 8am-4.30pm

Saturday 8am-12.30pm, Sunday 8am-12.30pm

You will be working cross sites in the Phlebotomy, Outpatients and Ward In-Patients departments at Bedford Hospital and Gilbert Hitchcock House

You will be part of a developing team working in a very busy and essential area of the Bedford Hospitals Trust.

This is a Band 2 post working 30 hours

Saturday/ Sunday and Bank Holidays

Appropriate In House training will be given to the right candidates.

For further information please contact

Marlene O' Connor

Dee Harman

Telephone [phone] ex 3430

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a person to join a well establish team to undertake phlebotomy duties in Out-patient departments and throughout the Trust as directed. The Key Responsibilities of the post are: to participate in the routine phlebotomy service, working alone as required and prioritising work accordingly; to be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene. Undertake training for prevention and control of infection; to manage a large throughput of patients, treating each as an individual and ensuring that the correct number and type of blood containers are used; and, to behave professionally at all times.

Previous experience of phlebotomy work is preferred

About us

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

We not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

Details Date posted

06 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year Per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

418-AHP9260-CW

Job locations

Bedford Hospital South Wing

Kempston Road

Bedford

MK42 9DJ

Job description Job responsibilities

The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities.

Duties will include:

Taking blood samples from Outpatients and In Patients. Carrying out general departmental duties. To label blood samples as directed in the adult and paediatric venepuncture clinical guidelines. To ensure blood samples are correctly packaged by staff for transportation to the path lab. To clean and sterile the working areas To maintain Statutory Training as required for the role To carry out routine stock taking and monitor stock levels. To adhere to infection control policies. To assist in anticoagulation clinics if required.

Job description Job responsibilities

The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities.

Duties will include:

Taking blood samples from Outpatients and In Patients. Carrying out general departmental duties. To label blood samples as directed in the adult and paediatric venepuncture clinical guidelines. To ensure blood samples are correctly packaged by staff for transportation to the path lab. To clean and sterile the working areas To maintain Statutory Training as required for the role To carry out routine stock taking and monitor stock levels. To adhere to infection control policies. To assist in anticoagulation clinics if required.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Good general education

Desirable

• Certificate of competence in phlebotomy

Experience Essential

• Previous experience working in a Phlebotomy Department
• Awareness and understanding of health safety protocols

Desirable

• Previous experience working with patients in a caring environment

Knowledge Essential

• Able to communicate accurately and concisely with patients, their carers/relatives and other members of staff
• Ability to perform phlebotomy procedures in a competent manner

Personal skills Essential

• Able to work as part of a team and accept direction from senior or more experienced staff.
• Ability to prioritise tasks where appropriate. Able to write clearly and accurately
• Able to communicate accurately and concisely with patients, their carers/relatives and other members of staff.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy procedures in a competent manner

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Good general education

Desirable

• Certificate of competence in phlebotomy

Experience Essential

• Previous experience working in a Phlebotomy Department
• Awareness and understanding of health safety protocols

Desirable

• Previous experience working with patients in a caring environment

Knowledge Essential

• Able to communicate accurately and concisely with patients, their carers/relatives and other members of staff
• Ability to perform phlebotomy procedures in a competent manner

Personal skills Essential

• Able to work as part of a team and accept direction from senior or more experienced staff.
• Ability to prioritise tasks where appropriate. Able to write clearly and accurately
• Able to communicate accurately and concisely with patients, their carers/relatives and other members of staff.
• Ability to perform phlebotomy procedures in a competent manner

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bedford Hospital South Wing

Kempston Road

Bedford

MK42 9DJ

Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bedford Hospital South Wing

Kempston Road

Bedford

MK42 9DJ

Employer's website

https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab)