Phlebotomist

Phlebotomists play a vital role in primary care, ensuring patients receive timely and accurate blood tests that support diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing care. Your skills in drawing blood efficiently and with patient comfort in mind contribute significantly to the overall patient experience and the smooth running of the practice.

We offer a supportive and professional working environment where your contributions are truly valued. With a friendly team atmosphere, and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.

Join us and be part of a team that makes a real difference in our community.

Main duties of the job

• Blood Sample Collection:Perform venepuncture to collect blood samples from patients following clinical guidelines.
• Patient Care & Comfort:Ensure patients feel at ease, addressing any concerns and managing anxious individuals professionally.
• Sample Processing:Label, store, and prepare blood samples for transportation to the laboratory, ensuring accuracy and compliance with protocols.
• Infection Control & Safety:Follow infection prevention procedures, including proper disposal of sharps and maintaining a clean working environment.
• Record Keeping:Accurately document patient details, tests requested, and sample collection in the clinical system.
• Stock Management:Maintain and replenish phlebotomy supplies, ensuring all necessary equipment is available.
• Team Collaboration:Work closely with GPs, nurses, and administrative staff to support patient care and practice efficiency.
• Professional Development:Stay updated with best practices and attend training as required.

About us

We are a 3 partner GP practice with 5 salaried GP's, 3 practice nurses, 2 Healthcare assistants, 1 nurse practitionerand administrative staff who work collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes for our patients We are a friendly sociable team.

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the phlebotomist. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample

b. Perfoming venepunture in accordance with practice protocols

c. Maintaining accurate patient records on Emis Web

d. The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples

e. Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies

f. Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner

g. Maintaining an effective liaison with the laboratory staff at Royal Lancaster Infirmary

h. Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters

Person Specification Qualifications

• Good standard of general education
• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure

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.