Phlebotomist

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site leisure facilities

Shopping concourse

Day nurseries

Subsidised parking on site

Job summary

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a phlebotomist to join the Phlebotomy Team across outpatient sites and the Drive Through service. The role involves taking bloods, handling specimens, and adhering to Trust policies with comprehensive training provided.

We value confident, positive individuals with strong communication and organisational skills, who can support a high standard of patient care and contribute to smooth clinic operations while maintaining a good

Qualifications

• Confident, positive person with good communication, customer care and organisational skills.
• Full training provided for phlebotomy duties and Trust computer systems.
• Flexible working pattern with a minimum 22.5 hours over 3 days.

Responsibilities

• Take blood samples from patients across outpatient phlebotomy areas and the Drive Through service.
• Use Trust-approved materials following Policies and Procedures.
• Support a welcoming, safe and efficient patient experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer care

Organisational skills

Tools

Trust computer system

Job description

We can offer an exciting position which offers an excellent opportunity to be involved in the taking the bloods of patients within our Phlebotomy Team covering various clinics within the Trust and our offsite Phlebotomy Drive Through service

We are looking for confident, positive people with good communication, customer care and organisational skills. The role involves clinical duties and the use of the Trust computer system for which full training will be given.

Please note, a minimum of 22.5 hours worked over a 3 days period is required for this post

To obtain blood samples, as requested by Medical staff on all areas within outpatient Phlebotomy departments and the offsite Phlebotomy Drive Through using Trust approved materials and according to the Trust Policies and Procedures. Leave specimens at approved collection points., CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.

Interviews are due to be held on 9th Nov. Please note, Interviews will be face to face, due to a required practical element.

All appointments with a start date on or after 1 October 2026 will be subject to a 12-week probationary period. This provides a structured and supportive period to help you settle into your role, with regular reviews and feedback.

As there is a 12-week probationary period, successful candidates are expected to have the Right to Work for a period of at least 6 months from the proposed start date. Immigration and Right to Work status will be discussed with successful candidates at conditional offer. CUH will not offer sponsorship to candidates that have applied for a fee waiver.

As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.

Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:

• applied for a Graduate visa
• or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment
• or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment

Benefits to you

• development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries.
• reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site.
• Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals.
• subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
• hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues.
• staff pod break spaces purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge.