Phlebotomy & Cannulation Tech (Band 3) - Part-Time

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is hiring a Band 3 Phlebotomy and Cannulation Technician. You will perform phlebotomy and cannulation duties on wards and clinics, ensure high-quality blood samples for pathology, and work with medical and nursing staff to prioritise patient care.

The role requires GCSE English at grade C or above, NVQ3 in care (advantage), and excellent communication. Part-time hours may affect sponsorship eligibility and rota includes evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

Qualifications

• GCSE English grade C or above or equivalent.
• NVQ level 3 in care related subject would be an advantage.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Relevant phlebotomy and cannulation experience is essential.
• Excellent organisation and customer service skills.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritise own workload.
• Participation in the late evening, weekend and bank holiday rota.
• As this post is a part time position, please be advised that this may impact eligibility for sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Cannulation
• Collection of quality blood samples from patients
• Ensuring that blood samples are delivered safely and efficiently to pathology
• Generating blood request forms from Cerner
• Contributing to keeping the clinical area clean and tidy, maintaining a safe working environment
• Reporting incidents and any issues regarding safety and quality to the manager
• Participating in the collection of data
• Filing and clerical duties

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Cannulation experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organisation

Prioritising workload

Rotas and shift flexibility

Problem solving

Education

GCSE English (Grade C+)

NVQ Level 3 in care related subject (advantage)

Job description

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is hiring a Band 3 Phlebotomy and Cannulation Technician. You will perform phlebotomy and cannulation duties on wards and clinics, ensure high-quality blood samples for pathology, and work with medical and nursing staff to prioritise patient care.

The role requires GCSE English at grade C or above, NVQ3 in care (advantage), and excellent communication. Part-time hours may affect sponsorship eligibility and rota includes evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.