Phlebotomist

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust; Earl Sterndale; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust in Buxton, Derbyshire, is seeking a Band 2 Phlebotomist to join the Outpatient Dept at Buxton and Cavendish Hospitals on a part-time basis. You will be part of a caring team, delivering patient-centred care with a focus on good communication and learning new skills.

Previous phlebotomy experience is desirable but training will be available. The post requires your own transport and willingness to meet travel requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in phlebotomy is desirable but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy duties as part of the outpatient team.
• Provide patient-centred care and maintain accurate records.
• Work flexibly as part of a small team and travel as required for the post.

Job description

Phlebotomist

The closing date is 24 September 2026

Job summary

We currently have an opportunity for a Band 2, Phlebotomist to join our caring and committed Outpatient Dept at Buxton Hospital and Cavendish Hospital, Buxton, Derbyshire.

The post holder must have access to their own means of transport and be able to meet the travel requirements of the post.

You will be part of a team which provides person centred, individualised care and the successful candidate will be a good communicator who believes that the patient experience is central to the care they deliver.

We are looking for an individual who is flexible, reliable, dynamic in outlook, with a keen sense of team working and eager to learn new skills. You will work as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team and be supported in your professional development.

Personal and professional growth is actively supported, and although previous experience is desirable, training for the right candidate will be available.

Candidates are invited to visit us by prior arrangement on the number below.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Sister, Tracey Dowsett or RN, Jane Holmes. 01298 212205

Main duties of the job

KEY PURPOSE/SUMMARY

• To work proactively as part of a small team of phlebotomists in Buxton in an established service
• To participate in the work of the Community Phlebotomy clinics and the GP Practices
• To participate in the evolving and changing needs of patients in the local practice population
• To regularly work without supervision for periods of time during the working day
• At all times to behave and conduct themselves in a manner that reflects the 'DCHS way'

About us

Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.

We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people's own homes and via virtual consultations.

Details

Date posted

10 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year pa, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

842-SCS-7745-26

Job locations

Cavendish Hospital/Buxton Hospital

Manchester Rd/London Rd

Buxton

SK17 6TE

United Kingdom

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

Cavendish Hospital/Buxton Hospital

Manchester Rd/London Rd

Buxton

SK17 6TE

Employer's website

http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

OPD/Day-case Theatre Nurse lead

Tracey Ann Dowsett

[e-mail]

07837742432