Phlebotomist

Job title:

Phlebotomist

Company

NHS

Job description

The University Hospital of North Midlands, Mid Cheshire and East Cheshire NHS Trusts are working collaboratively to form a Pathology network (NMCPS) in line with a NHSI directive.We are looking for a confident and well-presented individual to join our phlebotomy team. The collection of quality blood samples from patients is a vital stage in many medical investigations. The successful applicant must enjoy working with people and possess good communication skills.Main duties of the jobFull training will be given to the successful applicant – no previous experience is requiredWe offer a phlebotomy service in a range of locations across North Midlands including Royal Stoke and County Hospitals, ward based, community walk-in centres and community appointment based clinics. Attention to detail is important along with basic keyboard skills and applicants should enjoy the challenge of working in a fast pace patient environment.The successful applicant will be based at COUNTY HOSPITAL working primarily on the wards. You will also be required to work at community clinics and the phlebotomy suite within the Out Patients Department at County HospitalThere may be the occasional requirement to work at Royal Stoke Hospitalwork pattern 15 x 5 hour shifts variable starting / finishing times times on a Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday , Friday , Saturdaywork pattern 24 x 5 hours shifts variable starting / finishing time on a Sunday , Monday , Tuesday , WednesdayAbout usUniversity Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. We serve around three million people and we’re highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. The Trust has around 1,450 inpatient beds across two sites in Stoke-on-Trent and Stafford. Our 11,000 strong workforce provide emergency treatment, planned operations and medical care from Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital in Stafford.We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. We have put together a wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Our goal is to be a world-class centre of achievement, where patients receive the highest standards of care and the best people come to learn, work and research.Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff is really important to us.We offer a range of options for our staff to help maintain a good work-life balance including full time, part time hours and bank hours.We are also committed to offering flexible working wherever we can and where relevant to the role and the service, agile working.You can select your preferences upon application.

DetailsDate posted13 May 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 2Salary£24,169 a year pro rata paContractPermanentWorking patternPart-timeReference number205-7197587Job locationsCounty HospitalWeston RdStaffordST16 3SAJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.Person SpecificationQualifications /TrainingEssential

• NVQ /QCF level 2 /apprenticeship level 2 or equivalent in related subject or GCSE English and maths at C grade or above or equivalent

Desirable

• GCSE at grade c or above or equivalent in a science subject
• Care related NVQ

ExperienceEssential

• Evidence of manual dexterity and technical work
• Experience of working as part of a team.

Desirable

• Previous work involving Phlebotomy
• Work in a healthcare role or similar

Skills & KnowledgeEssential

• Ability to work to defined protocols and seek advice where appropriate
• Basic Keyboard Skills
• Good written communication skills

Other Job RequirementsEssential

• Understanding of the job requirements
• Must have transport and be able to travel to outreach/walk-in phlebotomy clinics

Person SpecificationQualifications /TrainingEssential

• NVQ /QCF level 2 /apprenticeship level 2 or equivalent in related subject or GCSE English and maths at C grade or above or equivalent

Desirable

• GCSE at grade c or above or equivalent in a science subject
• Care related NVQ

ExperienceEssential

• Evidence of manual dexterity and technical work
• Experience of working as part of a team.

Desirable

• Previous work involving Phlebotomy
• Work in a healthcare role or similar

Skills & KnowledgeEssential

• Ability to work to defined protocols and seek advice where appropriate
• Basic Keyboard Skills
• Good written communication skills

Other Job RequirementsEssential

• Understanding of the job requirements
• Must have transport and be able to travel to outreach/walk-in phlebotomy clinics

Expected salary

£24169 per year

Location

Stafford, Staffordshire

Job date

Fri, 16 May 2025 05:44:50 GMT

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