Phlebotomist

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in Rotherham is seeking an enthusiastic Phlebotomist to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for obtaining blood samples and supporting patient care across various settings. The position offers flexible working hours and requires attention to detail and good communication skills. Experience in care is preferred, and full training will be provided.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Training provided

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Willingness to undertake the Care Certificate education and training package.
• Experience of Care.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely collection of blood samples.
• Follow strict protocols for patient identification and sample labelling.
• Contribute to efficient stock management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good communication

Understanding of Health and Safety

Education

Functional skills level 2 Maths & English

Job description

The Rotherham Hospital NHS FoundationTrust is seeking an enthusiastic Phlebotomist to join our caring, experiencedteam. Your main role will be to obtain blood samples via venepuncture, withfull training provided.

This rewarding position supportspatient care across inpatient, outpatient, and paediatric settings. Workingacross two Rotherham NHS sites, you will help deliver high-quality,compassionate phlebotomy services.

Key points

• Flexible Working-7- day service on a 6-week rolling rota, includingBank Holidays.
• Travel -Due to the nature of the role itis essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFTsites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to asuitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can beconsidered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
• Team Environment -Supportive, inclusive, and patient-focused.

Whether you are experienced or new tohealthcare, this is a great opportunity to develop your skills and make ameaningful impact within the NHS.

If you are compassionate,patient-focused, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, wed love to hear fromyou. Apply today and help us provide trusted care to our community.

Main duties of the job

As a Phlebotomist at The Rotherham Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, you will play a key role in supporting patient care by ensuring the accurate and timely collection, identification, and transport of blood samples.

You will follow strict protocols for patient identification and sample labelling, maintain high standards of quality and safety, and contribute to efficient stock management. The role requires attention to detail, good communication, and adherence to Trust policies and procedures to ensure a reliable and patient-centred phlebotomy service.

About us

The RotherhamNHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving ourlocal population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act theright way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities ofRotherham

As a Trust weare on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart ofeverything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are thesecond most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as aplace to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagementoverall

But don't justtake our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations forour Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people andrecognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives ofpatients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improveour services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together.If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join uson our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

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Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specificationfor the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Willingness to undertake the Care Certificate education and training package
• Willingness to undertake Functional skills level 2 Maths & English if not already qualified at GCSE or equivalent level in Maths & English

knowledge

• Confidentiality understanding of Information Governance
• Knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety
• Knowledge and understanding of current healthcare issues

Experience

• Experience of Care

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.