Adult Phlebotomist
The closing date is 20 July 2025
Job summary
The post holder will.
- Use technical equipment to safely draw blood from patients
- Explain the process of drawing blood clearly to a patient
- Reassure and calming patients who might be nervous or scared of the procedure
- Apply dressings to the wound created by drawing blood
- Register the blood and storing it in the correct environment
- Send blood samples to testing laboratories
- Maintain an organised and clean work area based on health and safety regulations and the guidelines of the Trust
- Answer patient questions regarding collection techniques and offering additional resources on the collection process, if the patient requests them
- Stock Keeping of supplies
Main duties of the job
The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative of a Phlebotomist
- Collecting Blood SamplesSafely and accurately draw blood from patients using venepuncture
- Verifying Patient IdentityConfirm patient details (name, date of birth, NHS number, etc.) to ensure correct sample collection and labelling.
- Preparing PatientsExplain procedures, provide reassurance, and ensure the patient is comfortable before drawing blood.
- Labeling and Handling SpecimensCorrectly label blood samples and ensure they are handled, stored, and transported according to protocol.
- Maintaining Equipment and SuppliesEnsure all phlebotomy equipment (needles, vacutainers, tourniquets, etc.) is clean, sterile, and ready for use.
- Infection Control and Safety ComplianceFollow infection control guidelines, wear appropriate PPE, and dispose of sharps and biohazard waste safely.
- Data Entry and Record KeepingAccurately record details of the sample collection, patient data, and time of draw in both paper and digital formats.
- Working with Healthcare TeamsCommunicate effectively with nurses, doctors, and lab technicians to ensure smooth workflow and accurate diagnostics.
- Monitoring Patient ReactionsObserve patients for adverse reactions (e.g., fainting, bleeding) during and after the procedure and respond appropriately.
- Continuing Professional Development (CPD)Stay updated with new techniques, safety protocols, and NHS or organisational policies related to phlebotomy.
About us
Trust Information
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation. We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.
We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs.
Details
Date posted
04 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£30,039 to £31,088 a year p.a. inc HCA
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
196-LIS9667
Job locations
Royal Brompton Hospital
Sydney Street
Chelsea
SW3 6NP
Employer details
Employer name
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Brompton Hospital
Sydney Street
Chelsea
SW3 6NP
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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