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Castlegate & Derwent Surgery

Phlebotomist

The closing date is 30 November 2025

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Job summary

We are looking for an experienced phlebotomist to join our busy clinical team. You will be responsible for taking blood samples and processing and managing laboratory samples requested by GPs and nurses.

Main duties of the job

Working under the supervision of the practice nurses and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the plebotomist will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of care.

About us

Castlegate and Derwent Surgery aims to work with our patients in a lifetime partnership to promote their health and wellbeing.

If you enjoy the outdoors and beautiful scenery then this opportunity could be tailor made for you! Imagine finishing you working day and being just a few minutes away from the fells, lakes and endless outdoor adventures.

With excellent schools, affordable housing, and a vibrant town full of independent shops, cosy pubs, and great restaurants, Cockermouth is an ideal place for professionals, families and anyone seeking a healthier lifestyle.

Details

Date posted

30 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.21 an hour Rising to £12.55 after probation

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A5229-25-0016

Job locations

Cockermouth Health Centre

Isle Road

Cockermouth

Cumbria

CA13 9HT


Job description

Job responsibilities

Phlebotomy

Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/nurses

Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation

Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms

Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being

Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual

Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted

Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being

Job description

Job responsibilities

Phlebotomy

Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/nurses

Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation

Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms

Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being

Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual

Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted

Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within a clinical team
  • Experience of taking bloods

Desirable

  • Experience of working within a GP practice
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within a clinical team
  • Experience of taking bloods

Desirable

  • Experience of working within a GP practice

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

Castlegate & Derwent Surgery

Address

Cockermouth Health Centre

Isle Road

Cockermouth

Cumbria

CA13 9HT


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Castlegate & Derwent Surgery

Address

Cockermouth Health Centre

Isle Road

Cockermouth

Cumbria

CA13 9HT


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Julie Bates

julie.bates12@nhs.net

01900705750

Details

Date posted

30 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.21 an hour Rising to £12.55 after probation

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

A5229-25-0016

Job locations

Cockermouth Health Centre

Isle Road

Cockermouth

Cumbria

CA13 9HT


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