Phlebotomist - Oxford

Welbeck; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Welbeck Oxford is recruiting a Phlebotomist to deliver a professional, safe blood collection service in our Outpatients Department, working with consultants, nurses and admin colleagues to provide an excellent patient experience. You will perform venepuncture, maintain accurate records and ensure safety, dignity and care, with formal phlebotomy training and experience with Vacutainer systems.

Joining a brand‑new private facility, you will contribute to establishing a high‑quality service from

Qualifications

• Formal Phlebotomy training and venepuncture competency.
• Experience with Vacutainer systems.
• Experience in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture and specimen collection.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure patient safety, dignity and care.
• Support the smooth running of the Outpatients Department.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Venepuncture

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Formal Phlebotomy training

Tools

Vacutainer systems

Job description

About Welbeck Oxford

Welbeck is bringing a brand-new, state-of-the-art private healthcare centre to Oxford, marking an exciting phase of growth for the organisation. The facility will offer a wide range of specialist services delivered by leading clinicians, supported by cutting edge technology and a strong focus on patient-centred, same day care. With a variety of new roles being created across clinical and operational teams, Welbeck Oxford presents an opportunity to join an innovative, forward-thinking environment that is set to redefine private healthcare provision in the area.

About the role

As a Phlebotomist, you will play a key role in delivering a professional, safe and patient centred blood collection service within our Outpatients Department. Working closely with consultants, nurses and administrative colleagues, you will support patients attending a variety of specialist clinics and diagnostic appointments, ensuring they receive an excellent experience from start to finish.

Reporting to the Lead Phlebotomist, you will be responsible for performing venepuncture, ensuring accurate specimen collection and maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, dignity and care. You will also contribute to the smooth running of the service by maintaining accurate records, supporting quality standards and ensuring compliance with laboratory and infection prevention procedures.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a brand-new facility and play an important role in establishing a high quality service from day one.

About you

You will be an experienced and compassionate Phlebotomist with excellent venepuncture skills and a strong commitment to patient care. You will be confident working independently, while also collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

With excellent communication skills and a calm, reassuring manner, you will be able to build trust with patients, including those who may be anxious or vulnerable. You will be highly organised, attentive to detail and committed to delivering an exceptional patient experience.

Formal Phlebotomy training, demonstrable venepuncture competency and experience working with a variety of patient groups are essential. Experience using Vacutainer systems and working within a healthcare environment would be advantageous.

If you are looking to join an ambitious, growing healthcare organisation and help shape a new service in Oxford, we would love to hear from you.

Recruitment Process

For this role, there will potentially be two stages;

Stage 1 – Shortlisting outcome - 14th September

Stage 2 – Interviews (Face to Face) between 21st - 25th September
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

Welbeck is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of patients and expects all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to pre-employment checks in line with regulatory requirements, including an appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

At Welbeck, we believe exceptional care starts with inclusive teams. We are committed to creating a workplace where difference is valued and excellence is expected; where people feel respected, and everyone is supported to do their very best. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and appoint on merit, recognising that diverse perspectives strengthen clinical quality, leadership, operational delivery and patient care.