Phlebotomist

NHS; Cheadle Hulme; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical practice in Cheadle Hulme seeks a reliable and compassionate Phlebotomist to provide high-quality venepuncture services. Join a close-knit team committed to excellent patient care and play a key role in supporting both patients and clinicians. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of performing venepuncture in a clinical setting.
• Excellent patient care and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture for blood tests with safe techniques.
• Ensure patient identification checks and maintain documentation.
• Provide reassurance to patients who are nervous about blood tests.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Patient Care

Communication

Education

GCSE in English and Maths

Venipuncture Training Certificate

HCA related Certification

Job description

We are looking for a reliable and compassionate Phlebotomistto join our clinical team. You will play a key role in supporting our patients and clinicians by providing high-quality venepuncture services, working across both of our sites. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys patient interaction and values being part of a close-knit, high-performing team.

Main duties of the job

Working under the directsupervision of the Nursing team and strictly in accordance with specificPractice guidelines and protocols, you will be responsible for performingvenipuncture to obtain blood samples from patients, and ensuring all samples are dispatched to the labortory in a timely fashion.

About us

Cheadle Hulme Medical Group is a friendly,patient-centred GP practice situated in the leafy suburb of Cheadle Hulme. Weoperate across two well-connected sites, Bridge House, located near the heart ofthe village, and Smithy Green Health Centre, just a five-minute drive away. Asa practice, we are committed to delivering high-quality primary care to ourcommunity. Teamwork is at the heart of our culture, and we continually strivefor excellent patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Job responsibilities

KeyResponsibilities But Not Limited To:

Undertakevenepuncture for a wide range of routine and urgent blood tests, ensuring safeand hygienic technique

Label,package, and send samples to the laboratory in accordance with currentprotocols

Ensurepatient identification checks and consent are carried out in line with policy

Maintainaccurate documentation and update electronic patient records on EMIS

Manageappointments and prioritise urgent samples as directed by clinical staff

Observeand report any unusual symptoms or reactions during or after procedures

Ensureall equipment is clean, well-stocked, and maintained according to infectioncontrol standards

Providereassurance and support to patients who are nervous or anxious about bloodtests

Adhereto health and safety, confidentiality, and safeguarding protocols at all times

Participatein practice meetings, audits, and mandatory training as required

Person Specification

Experience

• Experience of performing venepuncture in a clinical setting
• Excellent patient care and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and infection control
• Previous experience in a general practice or primary care
• Familiarity with EMIS or similar clinical systems
• First Aid or Basic Life Support training
• Knowledge of NHS sample handling and transportation procedures
• Flexibility to work across both practice sites

Qualifications

• GCSE in English and Maths
• Venipuncture Training Certificate
• HCA related Certification

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.