Phlebotomist/HCA – South East London – Our Future Health
Pulse Healthcare
South East London, LondonView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£37,440 to £53,622
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
Not specified
In plain English
What this job actually involves
As a Phlebotomist/HCA, you'll take blood samples from patients in a hospital or clinic setting, working with a team to provide care and support. This role suits people who enjoy working with patients, are good communicators, and can work well under pressure. You'll need to be flexible with your working hours, as shifts are available 7 days a week.
What you'll need
- You'll need experience as a Phlebotomist or HCA, with phlebotomy skills.
- You'll need to be able to work in a fast-paced environment and make decisions quickly.
- You'll need to be able to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.
- You'll need to be flexible with your working hours, including evenings and weekends.
- You'll need to have a good understanding of patient care and confidentiality.
How to boost your chances
- Consider gaining experience in a hospital or clinic setting to build your skills and confidence.
- Make sure you're up to date with your phlebotomy training and any relevant certifications.
- Practice your communication skills by volunteering or working in a role that involves interacting with patients.
- Be prepared to work in a team and be flexible with your shifts.
- Research the area you'll be working in to understand the local community and healthcare needs.
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Job description
Banding: Band 2 & 3
Location: South East London – covering Deptford, Lewisham, Greenwich, Catford, Sydenham and Bromley
Rate: £18.00 – £25.78 per hour
Pulse Nursing is looking for experienced Phlebotomists and Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) with phlebotomy experience to join our team across South East London, including Deptford, Lewisham, Greenwich, Catford, Sydenham and Bromley, with shifts available Monday to Sunday (8:00am – 7:30pm). These locations are well suited to HCA and phlebotomy candidates travelling by public transport.
We offer competitive hourly pay rates of
Monday to Friday: £18.00 per hour
Saturday: £20.96 per hour
Sunday & Bank Holidays: £25.78 per hour
- Complete POCT cholesterol checks, height, weight and waist measurements, heart rate and blood pressure checks, and accurately record findings on the system.
- Draw two blood samples, ensuring they are correctly labelled and stored.
- Monitor the wellbeing of participants throughout their appointments, escalating concerns where appropriate.
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- A Certificate in Phlebotomy.
- A minimum of one year's active experience drawing blood.
- Experience taking patient observations.
- Excellent patient care skills.
- The Right to Work in the UK.
- Accrued holiday pay.
- Weekly pay.
- A dedicated Pulse consultant to support you throughout the project.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today with your CV.
We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber List of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, based on the World Health Organization (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.
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Adzuna
First seen
9 August 2026
Last checked
19 October 2026
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