Phlebotomist

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks an experienced Phlebotomist in Sheffield to deliver quality patient care. The role requires venepuncture and excellent communication skills, with responsibilities spanning from conducting blood tests to maintaining clinical records. The position offers 15 hours per week with opportunities for career development, a supportive work environment, and enrollment in the NHS pension scheme.

Benefits

NHS pension scheme

5.6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Essential skills include venepuncture and communication.
• Experience in a healthcare setting is required.
• Qualifications necessary for the position.

Responsibilities

• Carry out venepuncture and blood tests.
• Maintain cleanliness in treatment rooms.
• Input clinical data into relevant systems.

Skills

Venepuncture

Excellent communication skills

Strong IT skills

Effective Time Management

Polite and confident

Problem solver

Good interpersonal skills

Education

Phlebotomy Certification

Tools

SystmOne

Job description

Job Summary

Core responsibilities of the phlebotomist. There may be on occasion a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

• Carry out blood pressure and pulse rate, recording findings accurately.
• Facilitate routine BP monitoring, at home, advising patients accordingly.
• Carry out BMI checks as directed.
• Act as a chaperone as required.
• Undertake venepuncture.
• Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation.
• Help ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session.
• Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate.

Generic Responsibilities

Record Keeping

• An appropriate entry is made in the patient medical records.
• Appropriate forms are completed as necessary.

General Treatment Room Duties

• Ensure that Infection Control procedures are adhered to.
• Ensure the Treatment rooms are kept clean and tidy.
• Ensure all medical equipment is properly cared for and any faults reported as soon as possible.

Information Technology

• Input of clinical data obtained during a consultation, BP etc.
• Retrieval of relevant medical information from the patient database for the purpose of medical audit or practice research.

Education And Training

• Prepare for and take part in an annual appraisal.
• Attend practice meetings, and appropriate training courses as agreed by the GPs.

All Employees Are Required To

• Abide by the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• Attend mandatory training regularly.
• Co-operate and liaise with departmental colleagues.
• Observe the practice's Equal Opportunities Policy in their behaviour to the public and other workers.
• Participate in an annual individual performance review.

About Us

We are looking for an experienced, caring and dedicated Phlebotomist to join our small friendly practice team based at Elm Lane & Chapeltown Surgery. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in delivering high quality patient care, working alongside a group of dedicated skilled professionals in a supportive environment. The post is for 15hrs per week.

If you are highly motivated and have strong interpersonal and communication skills then apply and join us at Elm Lane & Chapeltown Surgery.

All new members of staff are automatically enrolled into the NHS pension scheme, which is one of the leading pension schemes in the Country. There is also an option to opt out if required.

The successful candidate will be entitled to 5.6 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays.

Interview Details

Interviews will take place on Tuesday, 13 January 2026.

Job Details

Date posted: 10 December 2025

Pay scheme: Salary depending on experience

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number: A1111-25-0010

Job Locations

• 104 Elm Lane, Sheffield, S5 7TW (Elm Lane & Chapeltown Surgery)
• 11 Ecclesfield Road, Chapeltown, Sheffield, S35 1TD (Chapeltown Surgery)

Employer Details

Elm Lane & Chapeltown Surgery
104 Elm Lane
Sheffield
S5 7TW

Elm Lane & Chapeltown Surgery
11 Ecclesfield Road
Chapeltown
Sheffield
S35 1TD

Website: https://www.elmlanesurgery.com/

Person Specification

Clinical Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Venepuncture

Desirable

• Height, Weight, BP & Pulse monitoring/recording
• Chaperone Procedure
• Ability to record accurate clinical notes

Other Requirements

Essential

• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Check
• Occupational Health Clearance
• Has access to own car

Desirable

• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with the general public
• Experience of working in a healthcare setting

Desirable

• Experience of working in a Primary Care Environment.

Qualifications

Essential

• Phlebotomy Certification

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written & oral)
• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Effective Time Management (planning & organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure

Desirable

• SystmOne user skills

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Polite and confident
• Flexible and cooperative
• Motivated
• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
• Effectively utilises resources
• Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort

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.