Phlebotomist

The Knoll Surgery; Frodsham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The Knoll Surgery in Frodsham is seeking an experienced Phlebotomist for maternity cover on a fixed-term basis. You will join our busy GP practice team and manage your own venepuncture clinics, ensuring accurate labeling and preparation of samples, while maintaining EMIS Web records and upholding infection control standards.

The role demands reliable, patient-centered care, strong organisation and the ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Completed phlebotomy training with demonstrable competency in venepuncture.
• Experience working directly with patients in a clinical setting.
• Ability to manage an appointment-based workload independently.
• Proficient in EMIS Web and handling samples accurately.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training and DBS checks.

Responsibilities

• Undertake venepuncture safely in line with practice protocols and competencies.
• Manage your own appointment clinics and ensure timely appointments.
• Label samples correctly and prepare specimens for laboratory collection.
• Maintain accurate patient records using EMIS Web.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures and keep clinical areas clean.
• Work collaboratively with nursing and administrative teams and adapt to increased demand.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venepuncture

Infection control

Patient care

Appointment management

EMIS Web

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Phlebotomy training

Tools

EMIS Web

Job description

Job summary

The Knoll Surgery is looking for a friendly, reliable and experienced Phlebotomist to join our nursing team on a fixed-term basis to provide maternity cover.

We are a busy GP practice caring for approximately 17,500 patients in Frodsham and the surrounding areas.

The successful candidate will provide a safe, efficient and compassionate phlebotomy service, ensuring patients receive high-quality care while supporting the smooth running of our clinical services.

As this is a maternity cover position, we are particularly interested in applicants with previous phlebotomy experience who are confident managing their own clinics and can settle quickly into a busy general practice environment.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Undertaking venepuncture safely and efficiently in accordance with practice protocols.
• Managing their own appointment clinics, ensuring appointments run to time.
• Correctly identifying patients, labelling blood samples and preparing specimens for laboratory collection.
• Maintaining accurate patient records using EMIS Web.
• Following infection prevention and control procedures.
• Providing a professional, friendly and reassuring experience for patients.
• Maintaining clinical stock, equipment and a clean working environment.
• Working closely with the wider nursing and administrative teams.
• Supporting additional duties appropriate to the role, training and competency when required.

About us

The Knoll Surgery is a well-established GP practice based in Frodsham, Cheshire, providing healthcare services to approximately 17,500 patients.

Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Phlebotomists and a large administrative team.

We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality patient care while maintaining a supportive, welcoming and professional working environment.

We are looking for someone who will become a valued member of our team throughout the maternity cover period, demonstrating flexibility, reliability and a positive approach to patient care.

Details

Closing date: 28 October 2026

Salary: £12.92 an hour

Contract: Fixed term

Duration: 7 months

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: A1051-26-0000

Location: Princeway Health Centre, Princeway, Frodsham, Cheshire, WA6 6RX

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Undertake venepuncture within agreed clinical protocols and assessed competencies.
• Confirm patient identity and obtain appropriate consent.
• Ensure correct sample collection, labelling, handling and storage.
• Provide reassurance and support to anxious or vulnerable patients.
• Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control.
• Recognise and escalated clinical concerns to the appropriate clinician.

Administration and Organisation

• Maintain accurate and timely patient records using EMIS Web.
• Manage appointment times effectively and minimise unnecessary delays.
• Ensure all blood samples and associated documentation are completed correctly.
• Monitor clinical supplies and report stock shortages.
• Maintain a clean, organised and appropriately equipped clinical room.

Teamwork and Professional Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the nursing, clinical and administrative teams.
• Communicate professionally with patients and colleagues.
• Follow practice policies, including safeguarding, confidentiality, information governance and health and safety.
• Complete mandatory training and maintain clinical competency.
• Support reasonable changes to duties during periods of increased demand, within the scope of the role.

Essential Experience

• Completed phlebotomy training with demonstrable competency in venepuncture.
• Previous practical experience undertaking venepuncture.
• Experience working directly with patients.
• Ability to manage an appointment-based workload independently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a busy environment.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control.
• Awareness of patient confidentiality and safeguarding.
• Good IT skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training.
• Satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an appropriate DBS check.
• Ability to fulfil the duties of the post, with reasonable adjustments where required.

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.

Employer contact

Practice Manager: Gabrielle Thompson, [e-mail], 01928736240