Phlebotomist
Brampton Medical Practice
Brampton, CA8 1NL · Wetheral, CA4 8JD · Corby Hill, CA4 8PLView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
Negotiable
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
11 October 2026
13 days leftJob description
This is a new role being introduced within our dedicated nursing team. We are seeking a trained and experienced Phlebotomist to join our friendly Prac...
Working under the direct supervision of the Lead practice nurses and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols.
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 and clinical room 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.
The core responsibilities of the Phlebotomist are as follows. On occasion, there may be a requirement to carry out tasks not listed below, that are within the reasonable scope of the role.
- Obtain patients consent for the collection of a blood sample
- Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols
- Blood pressure checks
- Maintaining accurate patient records
- Correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples
- Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies
- Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner
- Maintaining an effective liaison with laboratory staff
- Clinical room stocking as part of daily duties
- Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters
In addition to the core responsibilities, the Phlebotomist may be requested to;
1. Partake in audit as directed by the audit lead
2. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
3. Support and participate in shared learning throughout the organisation
We are a patient focused semi rural training and dispensing practice serving around 16'700 patients with Two sites in Brampton, and one in Corby Hill and Wetheral.
Experience
Essential: - Experience in a GP Practice/Hospital
Qualifications
Essential: - Qualified in Phlebotomy
Desirable: - NVQ Level 2 Health & Social Care; - Care Certificate
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
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First seen
28 September 2026
Last checked
28 September 2026
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