Phlebotomist

Randox; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Randox Health operates a clinic in Cheltenham where the Phlebotomist will collect blood samples from private and corporate clients and ensure smooth patient flow. You will enter data into the PIS, maintain accurate records, and represent Randox professionally at events.

The role also involves some reception and administrative duties and opportunities to upsell private health services. Applicants should have a Phlebotomy certificate, strong IT skills, and excellent communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certificate or equivalent training.
• Proficient with IT programs and PIS.
• Flexible with evenings and weekends.
• Right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Take blood samples from private and corporate clients.
• Enter patient data into PIS accurately.
• Maintain records and documentation.
• Represent the company professionally at events.
• Assist with reception and admin duties.
• Upsell and meet targets.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Communication skills

IT literacy

Flexibility with hours

Education

Phlebotomy certificate

Tools

PIS software

Job description

Phlebotomist – Cheltenham – (Job Ref: 26/PBCT)

Randox Health continues to be at the forefront of clinical diagnostics, dedicated to improving health worldwide with our disruptive technology and innovative diagnostic solutions. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Phlebotomist within our clinic in the John Lewis store in Cheltenham.

Location

Randox Health, John Lewis - 123 High St, Cheltenham GL50 1DQ.

Contract Offered

Full-time, permanent

Working Hours / Shifts

5 days per week, subject to the rota, including some weekends. Start and finish times are 8.40am to 5.20pm Monday to Saturday and 10am to 4.30pm on a Sunday. These shifts are subject to change.

For this position, as you may be in contact with live blood samples, you must be vaccinated against Hepatitis B or be able to get it following a successful interview stage.

In line with Care Quality Commission guidelines, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Right to Work Requirement

Please note that this role requires candidates to have the legal right to work in the UK for a minimum of 12 months from the application date. This is to ensure completion of our 9-month probationary period and for any potential sponsorship decisions to be considered. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at the point of hire.

What does the Phlebotomist role involve?

This role is responsible for ensuring customers have an excellent experience from the moment they enter our clinic, taking blood samples from both private and corporate clients. This main duties of the role include:

• Conduct comprehensive client appointments, including blood and urine sample collection, personal health measurements, and data entry into our Patient Information Systems (PIS).
• Demonstrate sensitive communication to ensure client understanding and consent.
• Maintain accurate records in PIS, uploading all relevant documentation.
• Represent the company professionally at offsite events and appointments.
• Engage in upselling and cross-selling at our private health clinic.
• Proactively drive sales and exceed targets.
• Help with reception, front of house and other administrative duties.
• Complete company forms, specimen labelling, and laboratory test order forms accurately.
• Demonstrate high IT literacy in order to manager various software systems and daily tasks.

Essential criteria:

• Previous Phlebotomy experience and certificate or equivalent training.
• Confident using IT programmes.
• Flexibility with working hours, as required by the business inclusive of evenings and weekends.
• Flexibility to work from offsite locations at least once per month.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Currently have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

Desirable:

• Experience in a private healthcare setting.
• Experience in customer service.
• 6 months experience in Phlebotomy.
• Sales / Retail experience.
• Valid UK driving licence.