Phlebotomist

NHS; Tadley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading medical practice as a Phlebotomist, where you will play a crucial role in patient care by collecting blood samples and ensuring a safe clinical environment. This position requires strong communication skills and attention to detail in a supportive team setting.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in phlebotomy required.
• Familiarity with primary care clinical systems (EMIS).
• Ability to assist with other clinical tasks if needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture to collect blood samples from adult and elderly patients.
• Maintain accurate records using clinical systems.
• Follow infection control and health & safety protocols.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Strong attention to detail

Education

Phlebotomy training with certificate of proof

Basic life support training

Tools

EMIS clinical system

Job description

We are looking for a reliable and caring Phlebotomist to join our team at Tadley Medical Partnership. You will play a key role in supporting patient care by collecting blood samples for testing as part of routine health checks, chronic disease monitoring, and diagnostic investigations. This is a patient-facing role that requires professionalism, compassion, and attention to detail in a primary care setting.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform venepuncture to collect blood samples from adult and elderly patients.
• Ensure all specimens are correctly labelled and prepared for transport to the laboratory.
• Verify patient identity and explain procedures in a calm, reassuring manner.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using the surgery's EMIS clinical system.
• Work closely with GPs, nurses, and healthcare assistants to coordinate patient care.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and well-stocked clinical area.
• Follow infection control and health & safety protocols at all times.
• Recognise and respond to any adverse reactions during or after sample collection.
• Assist in monitoring stock levels of phlebotomy supplies and report shortages.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in line with GDPR and NHS guidelines.

About us

Tadley Medical Partnership is a busy, friendly, and well-established medical practice providing high-quality care to our patients. We are currently looking for dedicated and professional Phlebotomist to join our team.

Job responsibilities

We are looking for a reliable and caring Phlebotomist to join our team at Tadley Medical Partnership. You will play a key role in supporting patient care by collecting blood samples for testing as part of routine health checks, chronic disease monitoring, and diagnostic investigations. This is a patient-facing role that requires professionalism, compassion, and attention to detail in a primary care setting.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy training with certificate of proof
• Recent experience in phlebotomy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Familiarity with primary care clinical systems (EMIS)
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and confidentiality
• Experience working in a GP practice or community setting
• Basic life support training
• Ability to assist with other clinical tasks if needed (e.g., ECGs, blood pressure monitoring)

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.