Phlebotomist (Locum)

The Methodist Church in Britain; Swindon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Upper Thames Medical Group is seeking a bank/locum phlebotomist to support the primary care nursing team on a two-day engagement across GP practices within the group.

The role focuses on venepuncture, safe sample collection and labeling, and maintaining accurate records with infection prevention standards applied throughout.

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy competency demonstrated before start.
• Clear communication in English sufficient for patient interaction.
• Infection prevention and control training evidence.

Responsibilities

• Undertake venepuncture for patients within training and competency.
• Confirm identity, obtain consent and ensure appropriate tests are requested.
• Collect, label, document and prepare samples for lab processing.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in the electronic patient record.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures and safe waste handling.
• Escalate clinical concerns to a registered healthcare professional.

Skills

Venepuncture competency

Communication skills

Infection prevention

Confidentiality

Record keeping

Teamwork

Education

Phlebotomy training

Job description

A bank and locum phlebotomist post supporting the primary care nursing team at Upper Thames Medical Group, covering a two-day engagement. The work centres on venepuncture, safe sample collection and labelling, and keeping accurate records, with infection prevention standards applied throughout. Shifts are offered as service needs and staff absences arise, and the postholder may be sent to different GP practices across the group. Competence in venepuncture must be demonstrable before starting, and phlebotomy training is essential.

What the job involves

• Undertake venepuncture for patients of varying ages, within training and competency
• Confirm patient identity, obtain informed consent and ensure appropriate blood tests are requested
• Collect, label, document and prepare blood samples for laboratory processing
• Maintain accurate clinical records on the practice's electronic patient record system
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures, including safe sharps and clinical waste disposal
• Recognise and respond to adverse reactions, including fainting or patient distress
• Maintain patient dignity, confidentiality and a professional approach
• Ensure clinical rooms and equipment are clean, safe and stocked
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants and the wider practice team
• Follow practice policies, safeguarding procedures and health and safety requirements
• Escalate clinical concerns to a registered healthcare professional

What’s required

Qualifications

• Phlebotomy training with demonstrated venepuncture competency
• Good standard of English and Maths
• Evidence of infection prevention and control training

Experience

• Previous phlebotomy experience in a healthcare setting
• Practical venepuncture experience
• Experience working in a healthcare or clinical environment
• Experience communicating with patients and keeping accurate clinical records
• Experience following infection prevention and control procedures

Skills & knowledge

• Competency in venepuncture, undertaken safely
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control
• Knowledge of patient confidentiality, consent and safeguarding
• Working independently within agreed competencies and as part of a team
• Accurate patient record keeping

Other

• Flexible, reliable and professional approach

Nice to have

• Previous experience in general practice or NHS primary care
• Experience using SystmOne or similar clinical systems
• Recognised phlebotomy training or certification
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent
• Knowledge of NHS primary care procedures and relevant training
• Ability to work across multiple practice sites
• Understanding of blood sample handling and laboratory requirements
• Experience providing bank, locum or flexible clinical cover