The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Phlebotomist

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Job summary

Would you like to work in a friendly and supportive environment in a Trust which prides itself on providing high-quality services to the local community?

We currently have opportunities to work full or part-time hours, on a permanent or fixed term contract, this can be discussed during interviews.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Phlebotomy Team, working across our six sites. Whether you are an experienced phlebotomist or looking for something new, our service is growing at an exceptional pace, and we are looking for enthusiastic and motivated team players with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to join us. Individuals will be provided with a dedicated 5-week training programme to allow for a smooth transition into our service. Could you help provide a high quality, timely and effective phlebotomy service, then we want to hear from you. Be part of shaping an expanding phlebotomy service in Dudley. You will help to provide a high-quality Phlebotomy service that offers the best possible standards of patient care to our outpatients. This role will support the 7-day service we offer and will include weekend and evening working.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Main duties of the job

Within your induction period you will gain essential venepuncture skills, understand the legal framework behind your clinical activities, increase your clinical competence and build confidence engaging with our patients. You will get to know our Phlebotomy service; understand the vital role it plays within the wider Trust and will be buddied up with other team members whilst you train. This is an exciting time for the service and for those that wish to, the Trust has developed a career pathway that can lead you into other roles and services.

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Details

Date posted

11 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

253-0925-7410248

Job locations

Across all Phlebotomy Sites

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • Good standard of literacy and numeracy.

Desirable

  • Previous experience working as a Phlebotomist within a health care setting.

Knowledge

Essential

  • Commitment to develop and maintain skills and knowledge.

Desirable

  • Able to work quickly under indirect supervision

Communication and Relationships

Essential

  • Able to work well with patients and staff at all levels. Understanding of the needs of patients and the department's role in their fulfilment.

Desirable

  • Understanding of the needs of patients and the department's role in their fulfilment.
Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • Good standard of literacy and numeracy.

Desirable

  • Previous experience working as a Phlebotomist within a health care setting.

Knowledge

Essential

  • Commitment to develop and maintain skills and knowledge.

Desirable

  • Able to work quickly under indirect supervision

Communication and Relationships

Essential

  • Able to work well with patients and staff at all levels. Understanding of the needs of patients and the department's role in their fulfilment.

Desirable

  • Understanding of the needs of patients and the department's role in their fulfilment.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Across all Phlebotomy Sites

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Across all Phlebotomy Sites

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Business Manager - Retained Pathology Services

Ria Fields

ria.fields@nhs.net

01384456111

Details

Date posted

11 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

253-0925-7410248

Job locations

Across all Phlebotomy Sites

Pensnett Road

Dudley

DY1 2HQ


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