Phlebotomist

Randox; Southampton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Randox Health in Southampton is seeking a Phlebotomist to join our clinic located in a Holland & Barrett store. You will collect blood samples from private and corporate clients, record data in our Patient Information System (PIS), and ensure top-notch patient care.

The role is full-time and permanent, with shifts from 8.40am to 5.20pm, and may include evenings and weekends. Hepatitis B vaccination is required or obtainable after interview. A DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• Confident using IT programmes.
• Flexibility with working hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Willingness 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.

Responsibilities

• Take blood samples from private and corporate clients.
• Perform personal health measurements and data entry into PIS.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in the system.
• Represent Randox Health professionally at offsite events and appointments.
• Engage with customers to ensure a positive experience at our clinic.

Skills

IT literacy

Excellent communication

Flexible schedule

Right to work (UK)

Education

Phlebotomy certificate

Tools

PIS software

Job description

Phlebotomist – Southampton – (Job Ref: 26/PPSO)

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 within a Holland & Barrett store in Southampton. We can consider experienced Phlebotomist as well as candidates who wish to start a career in Phlebotomy.

Location:

48-50 Above Bar Street, Southampton, SO14 7DS.

Contract Offered

Full-time, permanent. Part-time and other work patterns may be considered.

Working Hours / Shifts:

8.40am to 5.20pm, alternating weekly between a Monday to Friday and Tuesday to Saturday shift pattern. These shifts are subject to change.

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:

• 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.
• Previous Phlebotomy experience and certificate or equivalent training.
• Experience in customer service.
• 2 years experience in Phlebotomy.
• Sales / Retail experience.
• Valid UK driving licence.