Phlebotomist

Randox Laboratories; Wigan; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Randox Health in Wigan is hiring a Phlebotomist for a clinic located in a Holland & Barrett store. This full-time, fixed-term 1-year role involves blood collection, data entry, and delivering excellent patient experiences.

The role requires a phlebotomy certificate, IT proficiency, and flexibility to work shifts including evenings/weekends. HBV vaccination and DBS checks are part of the process; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy certificate or equivalent training.
• Ability to use IT programmes and databases.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
• Right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Take blood samples from private and corporate clients.
• Enter data into Patient Information Systems (PIS).
• Obtain informed consent with sensitive communication.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Represent Randox Health at offsite events and appointments.
• Upsell and cross-sell at the private health clinic.
• Assist with reception and administrative duties.
• Complete forms and labelling accurately.

Skills

Phlebotomy

IT literacy

Sales experience

Customer service

Education

Phlebotomy certificate

Tools

PIS software

Job description

• £13.46 to £14.42 per hour, plus sales bonuses

Phlebotomist – Wigan – (Job Ref: 26/PWGG)

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 Wigan.

Location

Crompton Street Unit 7A, Grand Arcade, Wigan WN1 1BH.

Contract Offered

Full-time, fixed term for 1 year.

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. We can also consider part time hours.

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.

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.

What does the Phlebotomist role involve?

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 main duties of the role include:

• 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.
• Help with reception, front of house and other administrative duties.
• 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.
• Valid UK driving licence.