Senior Phlebotomist

NHS; Worthing; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated Senior Phlebotomist to join their team at Worthing Hospital. The role involves collecting blood samples, ensuring safety and accuracy, and participating in team activities to maintain a high-quality service. The position requires flexibility in working hours and a strong understanding of healthcare standards.

Qualifications

• GCSE in English and Maths at grade C or above required.
• Phlebotomy training certificate desirable.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to phlebotomy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood samples under the supervision of senior staff.
• Ensure high standards of safety and patient comfort.
• Record and check patient demographics accurately.

Skills

Venepuncture techniques

Health & Safety

Communication

Education

GCSE in English and Mathematics at grade C / level 5 or above

Certificate in Phlebotomy

Tools

Pathology IT Systems

Job description

Job summary

Applications are invited from motivated, enthusiastic individuals for the above post at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. Your duties as a Senior Phlebotomist will be based at Worthing & Southlands Hospitals covering wards, adult & paediatric outpatients and associated clinics. You may also be required to work at St Richards Hospital depending on the needs of the service.

Experience / knowledge of venepuncture techniques desirable.

We are willing to consider for Band 2 Trainee position for suitable candidate.

The ability to work a varied shift pattern is required and this will include occasional Bank Holiday sessions or additional weekend duties.

Monday to Sunday from 07.00 until 17.00

Main duties of the job

Through the collection of blood samples from patients, to assist the workforce of Pathology in providing a specialised, diagnostic service contributing to the clinical care of the patient, to enable diagnosis and subsequent monitoring of the effectiveness of treatment given.

Using skills gained through the Phlebotomy training scheme, the individual will be expected to develop judgement and utilise learnt specialist skills and scientific knowledge to assist in the provision of a high quality and timely Phlebotomy service.

The Phlebotomy service covers all areas of the Trust including satellite units such as Children's Assessment unit / Paediatrics Outpatients Department

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Candidate Information Pack

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

Details Date posted

30 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,169 to £25,674 a year (Band 2 trainee position will also be considered)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

279-7230642-MAY25

Job locations

Worthing Hospital

Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH

Job description Job responsibilities

Having received the necessary Phlebotomy training and achieved an appropriate level of competence, to take blood samples from patients, under supervision, which will assist in the provision of routine analysis of specimens within Pathology in accordance with laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Phlebotomy training manual.

To maintain high standards of safety ensuring the Health & Safety of self, other staff, patients, and visitors to the laboratory.

To perform phlebotomy ensuring minimal distress and discomfort to patients always.

To ensure high standards of accuracy when recording, transcribing, and checking patient demographics in particular the labelling of blood tubes.

To seek advice from senior staff in response to patient enquiries and offer appropriate guidance strictly according to departmental policies.

To actively participate in team meetings and to inform effectively both verbally and at hand-over.

To communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and carers to obtain consent for venepuncture to take place.

Job description Job responsibilities

Having received the necessary Phlebotomy training and achieved an appropriate level of competence, to take blood samples from patients, under supervision, which will assist in the provision of routine analysis of specimens within Pathology in accordance with laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Phlebotomy training manual.

To maintain high standards of safety ensuring the Health & Safety of self, other staff, patients, and visitors to the laboratory.

To perform phlebotomy ensuring minimal distress and discomfort to patients always.

To ensure high standards of accuracy when recording, transcribing, and checking patient demographics in particular the labelling of blood tubes.

To seek advice from senior staff in response to patient enquiries and offer appropriate guidance strictly according to departmental policies.

To actively participate in team meetings and to inform effectively both verbally and at hand-over.

To communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and carers to obtain consent for venepuncture to take place.

Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential

• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at grade C / level 5 or above.

Desirable

• Certificate in Phlebotomy/training records

Knowledge Essential

• Extensive knowledge working within an NHS enviroment.

Desirable

• Anatomy and Physiology relevant to phlebotomy.
• Minimum of 1 years Phlebotomy experience working within an inpatient/outpatient environment

Information resources /IT Essential

• Experience using Pathology IT Systems ICE, and patient booking system.
• Proficient and accurate computer skills including data entry and word processing
• Knowledge of data protection, data quality and patient confidentiality

Equality Diversity and Inclusion Essential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential

• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at grade C / level 5 or above.

Desirable

• Certificate in Phlebotomy/training records

Knowledge Essential

• Extensive knowledge working within an NHS enviroment.

Desirable

• Anatomy and Physiology relevant to phlebotomy.
• Minimum of 1 years Phlebotomy experience working within an inpatient/outpatient environment

Information resources /IT Essential

• Experience using Pathology IT Systems ICE, and patient booking system.
• Proficient and accurate computer skills including data entry and word processing
• Knowledge of data protection, data quality and patient confidentiality

Equality Diversity and Inclusion Essential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Worthing Hospital

Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Worthing Hospital

Lyndhurst Road

Worthing

BN11 2DH

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)