Phlebotomist - GP Practice

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is seeking a skilled phlebotomist to join our GP Practice team. You will perform venepuncture and blood sampling, support clinicians, and help maintain accurate patient records.

We offer flexible hours (full or part-time) and a supportive workplace with opportunities for development, including potential progression to an HCA role after a mutually agreed timeframe. The role requires good communication, teamwork, and commitment to patient care, with

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a healthcare environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Basic IT skills and experience of electronic record systems.
• Understanding of patient confidentiality and data protection.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work independently when appropriate, relevant phlebotomy experience.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, preferred but not essential.
• Experience in primary care/general practice or a similar setting.
• Competency in venepuncture. Ability to engage successfully with all patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture and blood sampling safely and accurately.
• Measure and record patient blood pressure and other vital signs.
• Support clinicians during patient consultations and procedures as required.
• Maintain accurate patient records in line with practice policies and data protection regulations.
• Assist with the smooth running of clinical areas, including preparation and stock management of clinical equipment.
• Work flexibly to meet service needs.
• Stock management including ordering.
• Safety checks including stock check and fridge temperature monitoring.

Skills

Phlebotomy competency

Communication skills

Teamwork

IT skills

Confidentiality & data protection

Prioritising workload

Education

NVQ Level 2 Health and Social Care

NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care

GCSE English & Maths (A–C)

Tools

SystmOne

Electronic records systems

Job description

We are seeking a skilled phlebotomist to join our dedicated GP Practice. In this role, you will provide high-quality patient care and support our clinical team in delivering essential services to our local community. This is an excellent opportunity for the right person to join a fabulous team and to help us support our patients. We are flexible with regard to hours and the role could be full time or part time, please state in your application which is your preference. Main duties of the job Performing venepuncture and blood sampling. Supporting clinicians with patient care and administrative duties as required Development into a HCA role if mutually agreeable after an agreed timeframe., Perform venepuncture and other blood sampling procedures safely and accurately. Measure and record patient blood pressure and other vital signs. Support clinicians during patient consultations and procedures as required. Maintain accurate patient records in line with practice policies and data protection regulations. Assist with the smooth running of clinical areas, including preparation and stock management of clinical equipment. Work flexibly to meet service needs. Participate in training and professional development activities as required. Stock management including ordering Safety checks including stock check and fridge temperature monitoring

• Experience of working in a healthcare environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Basic IT skills and experience of electronic record systems.
• Understanding of patient confidentiality and data protection.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work independently when appropriate, Relevant phlebotomy experience
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, preferred but not essential
• Experience in primary care/general practice or a similar setting.
• Competency in venepuncture, Ability to engage successfully with all patients
• Requirement to follow infection control and health and safety procedures at all times.
• Patient-focused and compassionate.
• Professional and trustworthy.
• Respectful and inclusive.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Committed to continuous improvement and teamwork., Relevant phlebotomy experience.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, preferred but not essential
• Experience in primary care/general practice or a similar clinical setting.
• Competency in venepuncture., GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
• Previous experience working as a phlebotomist in a healthcare setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Caring, compassionate, and professional approach to patient care.
• Good IT and administrative skills.
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements

Our Practice Team consists of 5 GP Partners, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Practice Nurses & HCAs, we have a very supportive and enthusiastic management team and excellent reception and administrative team. We use the SystmOne clinical System and are a well-established Training Practice for GP Registrars and Medical Students. We are a recognised teaching practice for medical students from the University of Nottingham.

We are part of Ashfield North PCN and work collaboratively across our Network area. Our Primary Care Network team consists of Pharmacists, Physiotherapists, Mental Health Practitioners and a Pharmacy Technician, plus access to social prescribing team. As well as providing General Practice services to our practice population of 12,000, we also run the Mid-Notts Community Microsuction Clinic. Our premises are modern, and purpose built with onsite parking.