Phlebotomist

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS invites applications for a phlebotomy support role. You will be part of the frontline team, delivering venepuncture services with emphasis on accuracy and confidentiality while maintaining PPE standards.

We value flexible, reliable staff who can work across NUH campuses, respond to high demand periods, and uphold professional communication with patients and colleagues alike.

Qualifications

• GCSE grades A-C in English and Maths
• Experience in frontline/public service is advantageous
• Training in phlebotomy desirable
• Confidentiality and data protection awareness

Responsibilities

• Deliver full phlebotomy service across NUH campuses
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Work in fast-paced environment with PPE

Skills

Strong communication

Telephone skills

Confidentiality

MS Outlook

MS Word

Excel

Flexibility

Patient care

Education

GCSE English & Maths (A-C)

Tools

Phlebotomy training

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Excellent communication skills along with a pleasant , friendly and understanding disposition are essential for this role and previous experience of working with the general public would be an advantage.

This role will require the post holder to wear personal, protective, equipment (PPE) including masks, aprons and gloves as per trust guidance.

You must be able to work in a fast paced, high demand environment which sees a high turn over of patients daily.

Person specification

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential criteria

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's "We are here for you" behavioural standards

Training & Qualifications

Essential criteria

• GCSE grades A-C or equivalent in English and Maths.

Desirable criteria

• Previous Phlebotomy /Venepuncture Experience within an acute trust.

Experience

Essential criteria

• You will have a genuine interest in a career working in frontline services for people
• Knowledge of the Phlebotomy role.
• Able to follow a full venepuncture- training programme
• Good communication and telephone skills
• Understanding and respect of confidentiality in the workplace.

Desirable criteria

• Experience of working in an acute hospital environment

Communication and Relationship Skills

Essential criteria

• Understands and practices the principles of confidentiality
• Able to minimise interpersonal conflict
• Computer literate (able to use MS Outlook, MS word, enter data onto excel spread sheets).
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work and communicate in a pro-active, responsive and professional manner.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships.

Analytical and Judgement Skills

Essential criteria

• Able to use judgement in straightforward situations
• Awareness of limitations and when to seek advice to solve problem

Planning and Organisation Skills

Essential criteria

• Ability to prioritise own workload
• Ability to work under pressure

Physical Skills

Essential criteria

• Manual dexterity required to perform tasks
• Must be active and mobile
• Ability to work for long periods whilst standing.
• Must be able to deliver the full phlebotomy service within NUH.

Other requirements specific to the role (eg be able to drive or work shifts)

Essential criteria

• Flexibility and adaptability to ensure workloads are achieved and service requirements are met at all times.
• Flexible approach to working hours to help cover leave and sickness
• Ability to work at both Trust campuses

Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at the NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!

We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.