Phlebotomist

The Saxon Spires Practice; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The Saxon Spires Practice in Nottingham is seeking a part-time phlebotomist to join our dedicated nursing team. You will provide blood-drawing services for patients aged 12 and above, working closely with clinicians to maintain high standards of care and service quality.

The role is 25 hours per week with additional Saturday clinics. You will be responsible for running the in-house phlebotomy service and supporting the wider team while ensuring confidentiality and accurate record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy qualification or evidence of competence.
• Ability to collect intravenous blood samples.
• Experience in a GP or primary care setting is advantageous.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and data protection.

Responsibilities

• Run the in-house phlebotomy service.
• Support nursing team and chaperone as needed.
• Maintain equipment and stock relevant to patient care.
• Record notes accurately in the electronic patient records.

Skills

Team Player

Flexible and adaptable

Work in changing environment

Quality care

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Primary care experience

Education

Phlebotomy qualification

Job description

This is a position working within the nursing team for the role of part-time phlebotomist. The successful candidate will be providing blood drawing services to patients from an age range of 12 and older. Working closely with the wider nursing and clinical teams to ensure best practice, high standards of care and quality of service.

Please note this is a part time role offering 25 hours a week and additional Saturday clinics.

Main duties of the job

• Undertake the collection of intravenous blood samples
• Ensure the maintenance of treatment room equipment and stock levels relating to patient care
• Ensure accurate notes of all consultations are recorded contemporaneously in the patients electronic records
• Maintain confidentiality at all times

About us

We are a friendly and committed GP practice comprising of 7 GP partners, salaried GP's, allied healthcare professionals and an excellent nursing team of Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses, Health Care Assistants, and a supportive and experienced administration team. We are always delighted to welcome a new member to the team.

Job responsibilities

The main component of this role is full responsibility to run the in-house phlebotomy service.

Other duties may include:

• Support other members of the nursing team as required
• Chaperone duties if required for examinations
• In conjunction with the nursing team, ensure the maintenance of treatment room equipment and stock levels relating to patient care

Pathological specimens

• Undertake the collection of intravenous blood samples requested by the clinicians within the boundaries of personal qualification and competency, under supervision of the Practice Nurses

Experience

• Team Player
• Flexible and adaptable
• Ability to work in a changing environment
• Focus on providing quality care
• Adherence to strict confidentiality
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to provide quality care and understanding.
• Experience working in primary care, GP practice, or community setting.

Qualifications

• Relevant phlebotomy qualification or evidence of competence

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.