Phlebotomist - Flexible NHS Roles & Career Growth

Buckinghamshire Healthcare Trust; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

Generous annual leave

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist to provide patient-centred venepuncture across its sites in Buckinghamshire, including Aylesbury, Amersham, and Wycombe. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe sampling, accurate lab sample handling, and compassionate patient care.

The role emphasizes professional development, infection control, and delivering timely access to phlebotomy services in a busy NHS environment.

Qualifications

• Must have practical phlebotomy experience and competency in venepuncture.
• Competent in obtaining informed consent and patient preparation.
• Commitment to infection prevention and control policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture and capillary sampling across hospital wards, clinics, and outreach locations.
• Greet patients professionally, explain procedures and obtain informed consent.
• Label specimens accurately and ensure safe, timely transport for analysis.
• Provide clear pre-test instructions and support anxious patients during procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and audit trails for pathology requests.

Skills

Venepuncture

Phlebotomy

Patient communication

Infection control

Job description

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a dedicated Phlebotomist to provide patient-centred venepuncture across its sites in Buckinghamshire, including Aylesbury, Amersham, and Wycombe. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe sampling, accurate lab sample handling, and compassionate patient care.

The role emphasizes professional development, infection control, and delivering timely access to phlebotomy services in a busy NHS environment.