Phlebotomy Trained Staff – Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant

Sanctuary Personnel; Straiton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is recruiting Phlebotomists to support a growing clinical blood collection and sample handling service across Scotland. The role offers flexible locum shifts and competitive hourly pay, with opportunities to work across multiple sites, including Falkirk Outreach Unit.

DBS/PVG clearance holders are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities include venepuncture, cannulation, accurate labelling, sample handling, and maintaining IPC standards.

Qualifications

• Proven phlebotomy, venepuncture, and/or cannulation competencies.
• Current competency certificate for venepuncture/cannulation/blood drawing.
• DBS or PVG clearance is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture, cannulation and blood collection safely and accurately.
• Ensure correct patient identification, consent and sample labelling.
• Handle, prepare, and transport clinical specimens per protocols.
• Maintain high standards of IPC and infection prevention.
• Complete clinical documentation accurately.
• Deliver patient-centred care and travel to multiple sites as needed.

Skills

Venepuncture

Cannulation

Blood collection

Infection control

Patient care

Clinical documentation

IPC

Communication

Mobility across sites

Job description

Phlebotomy Trained Staff – Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant

Phlebotomist

Location: Falkirk, Scotland

Pay Rates: £18 per hour (Monday–Friday) £24 per hour (Sunday shifts available)

Job Type: Flexible Agency / Locum Shifts

Sanctuary Personnel is recruiting Phlebotomists to support an expanding clinical blood collection and sample handling service across Scotland.

We welcome applications from a wide range of healthcare professionals, including Pharmacy Technicians, Pharmacy Assistants, Medical Laboratory Assistants (MLAs), Nurses, Healthcare Assistants (HCAs), and other healthcare staff with proven phlebotomy, venepuncture, and/or cannulation competencies.

This is an excellent opportunity for healthcare professionals seeking flexible locum work, competitive hourly pay, and experience across a growing multi-site clinical service. The project is currently based in Falkirk (Outreach Unit), with planned expansion across multiple locations throughout Scotland.

Candidates who already hold a valid DBS or PVG certificate are particularly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture, cannulation, and blood collection procedures safely and accurately
• Ensure correct patient identification, consent, and sample labelling
• Handle, prepare, and transport clinical specimens in line with established protocols
• Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control (IPC)
• Complete clinical documentation and records accurately
• Deliver professional, patient-centred care at all times
• Travel and work across multiple sites as service demand requires
• Previous experience within a healthcare setting
• Demonstrable competency in phlebotomy, venepuncture, cannulation, and/or blood collection procedures
• Valid and current competency certificate for venepuncture, cannulation, or blood drawing
• Ability to work independently while maintaining high clinical standards
• Strong understanding of patient safety, infection control, and specimen handling procedures
• Excellent communication and patient care skills
• Flexibility to travel across various locations throughout Scotland
• Current PVG or DBS certificate
• Background as a Pharmacy Technician, Pharmacy Assistant, Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA), Nurse, Healthcare Assistant (HCA), or similar healthcare professional
• Experience within hospitals, community healthcare services, pathology laboratories,
• GP practices, or pharmacy environments
• Familiarity with specimen transport systems and laboratory workflows
• Experience working within mobile or multi-site healthcare services

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