Phlebotomist

TN United Kingdom; Worthing; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dedicated Phlebotomists to enhance healthcare services in the community. In this role, you will engage with volunteers, perform essential health measurements, and collect blood samples, all while ensuring a compassionate and professional environment. Join a forward-thinking organization that values inclusivity and continuous improvement, providing you with the opportunity to grow and impact the lives of others positively. Your contributions will be vital in supporting groundbreaking health research initiatives aimed at preventing and treating diseases. If you have a passion for healthcare and customer care, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Holiday Allowance

Retirement Savings Plan

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Generous Staff Discount

Qualifications

• Experience as a Phlebotomist is preferred but not essential; full training will be provided.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure and interact sensitively with participants.

Responsibilities

• Greet participants and verify their details while ensuring data integrity.
• Collect venous blood samples and maintain health and safety standards.

Skills

Customer Care

Empathy

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Technology Proficiency

Education

NVQ2 in Healthcare or Equivalent

Tools

Digital Tools

Job description

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Phlebotomist Relief Role at Boots

Hourly Rate: £12.36 and up to £13.53 across selected locations within London.

Travel: This role involves travelling to stores around the region. Travel expenses are covered by Boots. A full driving licence and access to a car are necessary due to travel requirements. Only Phlebotomists with at least 12 months of practical experience will be considered.

Travel Details: Travel to multiple locations up to 60 minutes. All travel expenses will be reimbursed.

Are you passionate about customer care and delivering excellent pharmacy services? We are seeking Phlebotomists to join our healthcare teams, playing a key role in delivering phlebotomy services to the local community.

About the Opportunity

Our Future Health is a charity partnering with the NHS, aiming to be the UK’s largest health research programme. It collects information from millions of volunteers across the UK to develop new ways to prevent, detect, and treat diseases, including dementia, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and stroke.

Your role as a Phlebotomist will involve greeting volunteers, verifying their details, taking health measurements, and venous blood samples, while maintaining the integrity of all participant information and samples.

Main Duties

1. Greeting participants and verifying their details
2. Explaining the phlebotomy procedure
3. Managing appointment bookings for the service
4. Taking measurements such as height, weight, and waist circumference
5. Collecting and maintaining venous blood samples according to UK guidelines
6. Following SOPs and health and safety standards to ensure quality
7. Preparing samples for delivery to the laboratory within required timescales
8. Ordering and maintaining stock of necessary materials
9. Communicating with the pharmacy team to ensure safe service provision

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Phlebotomist is desirable but not essential; full training will be provided
• Ability to work calmly under pressure
• Empathetic, approachable, and sensitive interaction skills
• Comfortable with technology and digital tools
• Passion for customer care and healthcare
• Ability to work as part of a busy team
• Willingness to undertake healthcare training at NVQ2 or equivalent

Benefits

• Competitive holiday allowance
• Boots Retirement Savings Plan
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme
• Generous staff discount

Additional benefits are available; click here to view the full list (subject to change and eligibility).

Why Boots?

We value care, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. Join a company that fosters a positive, diverse, and inclusive environment where everyone can reach their potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Next Steps

If your application is successful, our recruitment team will contact you to arrange an interview. You will be notified by email if unsuccessful. The role is subject to a DBS/PVG check.

We are open to flexible working options, including job share and reduced hours. Reasonable adjustments are available to support your application and interview process.