Phlebotomist

Job description

Job responsibilities

Reports to:Senior Nurse / Practice Manager / Partners

To provide a high-quality, safe, and efficient phlebotomy service by collecting blood samples from patients in a professional, timely, and caring manner. The role supports diagnostic and treatment decisions across a range of clinical services.

Clinical Duties:

• Perform venepuncture safely and efficiently, following local protocols

• Identify patients correctly and confirm test requests

• Label and handle samples accurately and prepare them for transport

• Respond appropriately to patients who are nervous or have adverse reactions (e.g. fainting)

• Maintain clean and hygienic work areas in line with infection prevention procedures

Patient Interaction:

• Treat all patients with dignity, respect, and compassion

• Provide reassurance and clear explanations of the procedure

• Maintain confidentiality at all times

Record Keeping and Administration:

• Record procedures and patient information accurately on SystmOne

Teamwork and Communication:

• Work collaboratively with nurses, doctors, administrative staff, and other associated staff

• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues

• Attend team meetings and participate in service improvement initiatives

Health and Safety:

• Adhere to infection control and health & safety policies

• Report incidents, sharps injuries, or near misses according to protocols

• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately

• Participate in mandatory training and continuing professional development

• Support new or junior staff by demonstrating procedures

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience in taking venous blood samples
• Experience working in a healthcare setting (e.g. hospital, GP practice)
• Experience in dealing with patients aged 16+

Desirable

• Experience using SystmOne
• Experience supporting infection control procedures

Qualifications

Essential

• Phlebotomy training certificate from a recognised provider
• Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• First aid or basic life support training
• Additional healthcare-related qualifications

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

Chawton House Surgery

Address

St Thomas Street

Lymington

Hampshire

SO41 9ND

Employer's website

http://www.chawtonhousesurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)