Phlebotomist
Norfolk Primary Care C.I.C.
Great Yarmouth, NR31 8HSView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£20,242
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
23 October 2026
3 days leftJob description
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Working as part of our multidisciplinary team, you will
be responsible for providing a safe, efficient and compassionate phlebotomy
service to our patients.
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
Obtain patient consent for the collection of
blood samples.
Perform venepuncture in accordance with local
policies and procedures.
Maintain accurate patient records using
SystmOne.
Ensure the correct labelling, packaging and
storage of samples for transportation to the laboratory.
Work collaboratively within the wider practice
team.
Recognise and escalate safeguarding concerns
appropriately.
Act as a chaperone when required.
- Maintain
stock levels within clinical rooms.
Perform Urinalysis
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the
Participate in practice audit as directed by the
audit lead
Participate in local initiatives to enhance
service delivery and patient care
Support and participate in shared learning
within the practice
Complete opening and closing procedures in
accordance with the duty rota
Support infection prevention and control
procedures.
Promote patient wellbeing and provide
opportunistic health advice where appropriate.
Norfolk Primary Care Ltd is a Community Interest Company. It was established to:
- Support and strengthen primary care and to promote and assist practices to improve quality by working with and on behalf of primary care in Norfolk.
- Help with challenges identified by practices workload, GP recruitment, sharing best practice.
- Recognise the changing nature of primary care and assist to ensure that the right level of service is provided to address the needs of the local population.
- Provide benefit to patients of primary care, the clinicians and administrators who work in it and practice organisations in Norfolk.
- Work within health systems to provide patient care in innovative and solution-focused ways.
- We offer successful candidates a supportive working environment, competitive salary, excellent working conditions and the benefits of the NHS pension scheme. Other benefits include access to NHS discounts and discounted First Bus travel.
If you are interested in working in an organisation committed to a culture of professionalism, growth, integrity, positivity and kindness then we would love to hear from you.
Experience
Essential: - Experience of working with general public; - Experience of working in a healthcare setting; - Venepuncture
Desirable: - Experience of working in a primary care environment; - Chaperone procedure; - Ability to record accurate clinical notes
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
- Strong IT skills
- Clear, polite telephone manner
- Effective time management (planning and organising)
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
- Polite and confident
- Flexible and cooperative
- Motivated
- Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
- Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations
- Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
- Effectively utilise resources
- Punctual and committed to support the team effort
Desirable: - Competent in the use of Office and Outlook; - EMIS / SystmOne / Vision user skills
Qualifications
Essential: - Healthcare qualification (level 3 or 4) or working towards gaining equivalent level; - Phlebotomy certification
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
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
8 October 2026
Last checked
8 October 2026
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