Phlebotomist

Randox Laboratories; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Randox Health in Tunbridge Wells is seeking a Phlebotomist for a full-time, permanent role at our Mount Pleasant Rd clinic. You will collect blood samples from private and corporate clients and work across shifting patterns.

You must have a phlebotomy certificate, strong IT skills, and the right to work in the UK. The role requires Hepatitis B vaccination or commitment after interview, DBS check, and occasional offsite work.

Qualifications

• Previous phlebotomy experience with certificate or equivalent training.
• Flexibility with working hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Excellent communication skills and professionalism with clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct blood sample collection and related measurements.
• Enter data into Patient Information Systems (PIS) and maintain records.
• Maintain accurate records in PIS and handle documentation.
• Represent Randox Health professionally at events and appointments.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Excellent communication

IT literacy

Flexibility

Right to work in UK

Education

Phlebotomy certificate or equivalent

Tools

PIS software

Lab data entry systems

Job description

Phlebotomist – Tunbridge Wells – (Job Ref: 26/PPTW)

Randox Health continues to be at the forefront of clinical diagnostics, dedicated to improving health worldwide with our disruptive technology and innovative diagnostic solutions. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Phlebotomist within our clinic in Tunbridge Wells.

Location: 77 Mount Pleasant Rd, Tunbridge Wells TN1 1PX.

Contract Offered: Full-time, permanent. Reduced hours or part-time options can also be considered.

Working Hours / Shifts: Alternating between Monday to Friday and Tuesday to Saturday. Start and finish times are 7.40am to 4.20pm Monday and Saturday, 6.40am to 3.20pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday and 10.20am to 7pm on a Thursday.

For this position, as you may be in contact with live blood samples, you must be vaccinated against Hepatitis B or be able to get it following a successful interview stage.

In line with Care Quality Commission guidelines, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Right to Work Requirement

Please note that this role requires candidates to have the legal right to work in the UK for a minimum of 12 months from the application date. This is to ensure completion of our 9-month probationary period and for any potential sponsorship decisions to be considered. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at the point of hire.

This role is responsible for ensuring customers have an excellent experience from the moment they enter our clinic, taking blood samples from both private and corporate clients. This is a varied role that may also include the following responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive client appointments, including blood and urine sample collection, personal health measurements, and data entry into our Patient Information Systems (PIS).
• Demonstrate sensitive communication to ensure client understanding and consent.
• Maintain accurate records in PIS, uploading all relevant documentation.
• Represent the company professionally at offsite events and appointments.
• Engage in upselling and cross-selling at our private health clinic.
• Proactively drive sales and exceed targets.
• Complete company forms, specimen labelling, and laboratory test order forms accurately.
• Demonstrate high IT literacy in order to manager various software systems and daily tasks.

Essential criteria:

• Previous Phlebotomy experience and certificate or equivalent training.
• Confident using IT programmes.
• Flexibility with working hours, as required by the business inclusive of evenings and weekends.
• Flexibility to work from offsite locations at least once per month.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Currently have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

Desirable:

• Experience in a private healthcare setting.
• Experience in customer service.
• 6 months experience in Phlebotomy.
• Sales / Retail experience.

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