Phlebotomist

NHS; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare practice in Thirsk is seeking a skilled Phlebotomist to join their team. The role involves performing venepuncture and capillary blood sampling while maintaining accurate patient records. Candidates should have a phlebotomy training certificate and proven experience in a healthcare setting. Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to patient confidentiality are essential. This position offers the chance to contribute significantly to the care of the local community in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Professional, caring, and empathetic approach to patient care.
• Proven experience working as a Phlebotomist in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture and capillary blood sampling on patients.
• Maintain patient records accurately.
• Ensure safe handling and transportation of blood samples.

Skills

Excellent venepuncture technique

Strong attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal skills

Good IT skills

Education

Phlebotomy training certificate or equivalent qualification

NVQ Level 2/3 in Healthcare or equivalent qualification

Tools

SystmOne clinical system

Job description

The Lambert Medical Centre is seeking a skilled andenthusiastic Phlebotomist to join our dedicated healthcare team in Thirsk. Thisis an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute tohigh-quality patient care in a supportive and friendly environment.

Main duties of the job

As a Phlebotomist at the Lambert Medical Centre,you will be responsible for providing a professional and efficient venepunctureservice to patients attending our practice. You will work as part of ourclinical team to ensure patients receive safe, high-quality care during bloodcollection procedures.

About us

LambertMedical Centre is a well-established practice offering patient services fromits partnership owned premises in Thirsk town centre, a semi-rural market town.We offer services to those living in Thirsk and the surrounding villages. Wehave a stable patient list size of 8,600 and we dispense medication toapproximately 40% of our list. There is an excellent range of housing andschools nearby with many local activities and the Yorkshire Moors and Dales onour doorstep.

Weare a 4 partner GMS practice with an enthusiasm to develop our practicefurther. We have astrong patient focus, with our ethos and values being rooted in delivering carefor our community that we and our families would be happy to receive. Weconsider ourselves a forward-thinking practice and enjoy good links with otherorganisations. We work in collaboration with our PCN (Hambleton South),neighbouring practices, our GP Federation and our local community to ensure wedeliver high quality healthcare services in a safe environment which iswelcoming, caring and accessible to all. We are a training practice, and wealso have good links with Hull York Medical School who we partner with todeliver medical student teaching.

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture and capillary blood sampling on patients of all ages in accordance with best practice guidelines
• Prepare patients for blood collection procedures, explaining processes clearly and providing reassurance
• Accurately label specimens and complete all necessary documentation and request forms
• Ensure safe handling, storage, and transportation of blood samples to laboratories
• Maintain accurate patient records using the practice's clinical system
• Adhere strictly to infection control and health and safety protocols
• Maintain and monitor phlebotomy equipment and stock levels
• Support other clinical staff with specimen collection as required
• Participate in practice meetings and training sessions
• Keep up to date with mandatory training (BLS, IPC)
• Follow safeguarding procedures and escalate concerns appropriately
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times in accordance with GDPR and Caldicott principles

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

• Professional, caring, and empathetic approach to patient care.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing service needs.
• Commitment to maintaining professional standards.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy training certificate or equivalent qualification.
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Healthcare or equivalent qualification

Experience

• Proven experience working as a Phlebotomist in a healthcare setting.
• Experience of venepuncture and capillary blood sampling techniques.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures and infection control.
• Previous experience working in general practice or primary care.
• Knowledge of SystmOne clinical system or similar.

Knowledge and skills

• Excellent venepuncture technique with high success rates.
• Strong understanding of specimen handling and storage requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, particularly those who are anxious or needle-phobic.
• Good IT skills and ability to use clinical computer systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience of working with diverse patient populations

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.