Phlebotomy Team Leader

NHS; Coventry; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust is seeking a Phlebotomy Team Leader in Coventry. The successful candidate will oversee blood collection, support colleagues, and ensure high standards in patient care. This dynamic role requires a full UK driving licence and a commitment to training and development. Join a supportive team dedicated to excellence in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Full clean UK driving licence and a car.
• Ability to support and guide less experienced staff.
• Immunisation and vaccination report from a UK provider.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples from various locations.
• Conduct competency assessments for new staff.
• Manage staff leave and monitor absence.
• Ensure training is completed.

Skills

Patient care

Phlebotomy

Health and safety knowledge

Team leadership

Job description

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Phlebotomy Team Leader

The closing date is 12 November 2025

Coventry and Warwickshire Pathology Services provides phlebotomy services at six main sites: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust in Coventry and Rugby, City of Coventry Health Centre in Coventry, George Eliot Hospital in Nuneaton and South Warwick Foundation Trust in Warwick. Services include out‑patient and in‑patient care, community clinics, GP clinics and domiciliary services covering Coventry, Warwickshire, Leicestershire and Birmingham.

Perform phlebotomy and support other team members while delivering optimum patient care. Deputise for the Phlebotomy Supervisor when absent and carry out duties deemed reasonable by the Phlebotomy Manager.

We seek keen and enthusiastic individuals who can bring forward‑thinking ideas to our busy department. The role requires a full clean UK driving licence and a car for transporting items between sites, although a primary ‘base’ site will be identified. The advert will close as soon as sufficient applications are received; please apply promptly if interested.

Successful applicants must provide an immunisation and vaccination report from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

Job responsibilities

• Collect blood samples from inpatients, outpatients, clinics, GP surgeries and patient homes of all ages, as specified by the supervisor.
• Undertake competency assessments of the venepuncture procedure for all new staff.
• Act as a point of reference for health and safety, attending and supporting regular health and safety meetings when the Phlebotomy Supervisor is absent.
• Monitor and record staff leave and absence.
• Ensure mandatory training is completed.
• Perform all duties undertaken by phlebotomy supervisors in their absence.
• Support phlebotomy supervisors in their role.
• Assist in compiling staff rotas.
• Responsibly dispose of contaminated materials, including sharps.
• Welcome and advise patients and staff as required (reception duties).
• Track and record samples to ensure audit information is available.
• Record key performance indicators for the phlebotomy department.
• Manage consumable stocks and ensure availability.
• Support less experienced staff in orientation to the department and role.
• Participate in appraisals and personal reviews to achieve objectives.
• Provide and participate in a comprehensive phlebotomy service seven days a week, all days of the year.
• Assist with delivering high‑quality service for staff and patients.
• Promote and monitor adherence to health and safety and Trust policy.
• Carry out any duties prescribed by the Network Phlebotomy Manager.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is rated as good by the Care Quality Commission and is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We pride ourselves on high‑quality patient care, modern facilities, and a commitment to research, innovation and excellence. Our diverse workforce values fairness, equality, dignity and autonomy, and we strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can achieve their potential.

For more information about our Pathway to Excellence designation, visit https://uhcw.nhs.uk.

Join us and be part of a passionate, talented team that offers extensive learning and development opportunities.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check to screen for any previous criminal convictions.