Phlebotomist

NHS; Margate; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Margate is looking for a part-time Phlebotomist to join their nursing team. The role involves collecting blood samples, maintaining patient records, and ensuring the accurate delivery of samples to the laboratory. Candidates should have a Phlebotomy certificate, GCSEs in English and Maths, and be well organized. This permanent position offers a salary of £12.70 per hour.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certification required.
• Experience in General Practice preferred.
• Medical terminology knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples in accordance with protocols.
• Maintain accurate records on EMIS.
• Ensure proper labeling and dispatch of samples.

Skills

Computer Literate

Well organised and presented

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Phlebotomy certificate

Job description

Job Summary

We have an exciting opportunity which has arisen for a Phlebotomist to join the Bethesda Medical Centre in Margate, Kent. The Practice is ever growing within the local area and has approximately 19,800 patients. This is a permanent position to join our Nursing Team.

Hours of Work

19.5 per week – Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 8am to 3pm with a half‑hour unpaid break on each day.

Main Duties

• Obtaining patient consent for the collection of blood samples
• Performing venepuncture in accordance with Practice Protocols
• Maintaining accurate patient records on EMIS
• Correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples
• Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner
• Working collaboratively with the Nursing Team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters

About Us

Bethesda Medical Centre is a large surgery based on the cliff tops in Margate, Kent. We have approximately 19,000 patients and have strong work ethics to provide good patient care through teamwork. You will be part of an established and professional nursing team, Acute Care Team, HCA's, GP's, Frailty Team and Mental Health Nurses.

Details

Date posted: 18 November 2025

Pay Scheme & Other

Salary: £12.70 an hour

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part‑time

Reference number: A0700-25-0007

Job location: Palm Bay Avenue, Cliftonville, Margate, Kent, CT9 3NR

Job Responsibilities

• Ensuring the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and confirming their agreement to the collection of a blood sample.
• Collection of sample(s) of blood in accordance with training and procedures.
• Ensuring samples are stored in appropriate containers.
• Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity.
• Checking patient identification against Clinician request and confirming with patient.
• Recording of blood sample in patient record in accordance with practice procedure.
• Ensuring that samples are dispatched to the appropriate laboratories in a timely manner.
• Ensuring that anomalies are reported to the Nursing Team Lead.
• Notifying the On‑Call GP of any significant patient issues.
• Liaising with and supporting members of the Reception and Administration Teams.

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths
• Phlebotomy certificate
• Computer Literate
• Well organised and presented

Desirable

• Experience of work in General Practice
• Phlebotomy Practical Experience
• Experience of working as a team
• Medical Terminology
• Experience of EMIS web

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 Details

Employer name: Bethesda Medical Centre

Address: Palm Bay Avenue, Cliftonville, Margate, Kent, CT9 3NR

Employer's website: https://www.Bethesdamc.co.uk