Phlebotomy and Cannulation Technician
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Isleworth, TW7 6AFView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
31 October 2026
12 days leftJob description
The Phlebotomy and Cannulation Technician will work as part of a team to provide high quality safe service for the patients. The post holder will main...
- In co-operation with the medical staff, ensure patients are receiving high quality, appropriate phlebotomy and cannulation care within all areas of responsibility.
- Communicate effectively and sensitively with patients before, during and after the venepuncture or cannulation experience.
- Ensure safe collection of blood samples according to agreed procedures
- Ensure appropriate and accurate labelling and dispatch specimens to laboratories.
- Ensure that appropriate requisitions are completed accurately and that specimens are carefully packaged for transport to pathology department.
- Cannulate and take blood from inpatients and outpatients effectively.
- Respond to all bleeps for the cannulation service in a timely manner.
- Complete all cannulation documentation as required.
- Where appropriate, deliver urgent specimens to laboratories in person.
- Be aware of patients' blood letting needs.
- To seek immediate assistance from medical and nursing staff should the patient's condition deteriorate during phlebotomy/cannulation procedures.
- To maintain daily record of workload plan and to retrieve information from the computerised health systems as appropriate.
- To ensure that the patient is regarded with dignity and respect by upholding the Philosophy of Care and adhering to Policies and Procedures as lay down by the unit and the Trust.
- In co-operation with the medical staff, ensure patients are receiving high quality, appropriate phlebotomy and cannulation care within all areas of responsibility.
- Communicate effectively and sensitively with patients before, during and after the venepuncture or cannulation experience.
- Ensure safe collection of blood samples according to agreed procedures
- Ensure appropriate and accurate labelling and dispatch specimens to laboratories.
- Ensure that appropriate requisitions are completed accurately and that specimens are carefully packaged for transport to pathology department.
- Cannulate and take blood from inpatients and out patients effectively.
- Respond to all bleeps for the cannulation service in a timely manner.
- Complete all cannulation documentation as required.
- Where appropriate, deliver urgent specimens to laboratories in person.
- Be aware of patients blood letting needs.
- To seek immediate assistance from medical and nursing staff should the patients condition deteriorate during phlebotomy/cannulation procedures.
- To maintain daily record of workload plan and to retrieve information from the computerised health systems as appropriate.
- To ensure that the patient is regarded with dignity and respect by upholding the Philosophy of Care and adhering to Policies and Procedures as lay down by the unit and the Trust.
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites--Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital--along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children's services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We welcome applications for flexible working arrangements, accommodating requests where possible to support our staff and patient needs.
The Trust is committed to equality and welcomes applications from all, regardless of background. Adjustments can be made for disabled candidates. Early application is advised as vacancies may close once sufficient applications are received. If you haven't heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
Competency and experience in Phlebotomy
Essential
- Venepuncture competence certificate and significant experience in working in Phlebotomy
- Computer Literate IT and keyboard skills
- Possess ability to work on own and as part of a team
- Understand the emphasis placed on the need follow specific instructions for special investigations stipulated by the laboratories
Desirable: - Good Knowledge of medical terminology or laboratory procedures; - Familiar with Cerner EPR system
How to apply
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First seen
8 October 2026
Last checked
8 October 2026
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