Phlebotomist

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is looking for dedicated Phlebotomists to join their team. This part-time Band 2 role involves taking blood samples from patients in various departments, ensuring adherence to infection control policies, and maintaining sterile work environments. Previous phlebotomy experience is preferred, but training is available for those starting their careers. The position requires weekend availability and may involve travel between hospital sites.

Benefits

Comprehensive in-house training

Access to high-quality training and development

Qualifications

• Previous phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Taking blood samples from both Outpatients and Inpatients.
• Carrying out general departmental tasks as required.
• Labelling blood samples in accordance with clinical guidelines.
• Ensuring blood samples are correctly packaged for transportation.
• Cleaning and maintaining sterile working areas.
• Completing all required Statutory Training for the role.
• Undertaking routine stock checks and monitoring stock levels.
• Adhering to all infection control policies.
• Assisting in anticoagulation clinics when needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Job description

Overview

Are you committed to delivering excellent patient care and eager to make a real difference in a dynamic clinical setting? Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is looking for motivated and dedicated Phlebotomists to join our growing team. This part‑time Band 2 position offers 37.5 hours per week and includes weekend and bank holiday working as part of our 7‑day service.

Contact

For further information, please contact: Dee Harman – 01234 355122 ext. 3430

Responsibilities

You will work across a range of areas — including Phlebotomy, Outpatients and Ward In‑Patient services — at both Bedford Hospital and Gilbert Hitchcock House. As an integral member of our team, you will support essential diagnostic services and contribute to the delivery of high‑quality patient care. Whether you are experienced or just starting your career, we offer comprehensive in‑house training to help you develop the skills needed to succeed in this important role. You will be expected to follow all Trust infection prevention and control policies, including hand hygiene, personal hygiene, and environmental and food hygiene, and to complete all required infection‑control training.

Qualifications

Previous phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Trust

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics‑led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.

Vacancy Note

Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.

Key Duties

• Taking blood samples from both Outpatients and Inpatients.
• Carrying out general departmental tasks as required.
• Labelling blood samples in accordance with adult and paediatric venepuncture clinical guidelines.
• Ensuring blood samples are correctly packaged by staff for safe transportation to the pathology laboratory.
• Cleaning and maintaining sterile working areas.
• Completing all required Statutory Training for the role.
• Undertaking routine stock checks and monitoring stock levels.
• Adhering to all infection control policies.
• Assisting in anticoagulation clinics when needed.

Closing Date

This advert closes on Monday 2 Feb 2026