Phlebotomist
Paston Surgery serves a population of around 6700 patients in North Walsham and the surrounding area. A Phlebotomist is an essential part of our Nursing Team and support other clinical staff and practice management.
We are looking for a part time Phlebotomist with excellent clinical, communication and service skills to join our friendly Nursing Team. Experience is preferred. This is a permanent position and subject to a three-month probationary period.
Typical duties include venepuncture, ICE forms, sample handling, and updating patient records. Please see the Job Description for more details.
Candidates must be service-minded, driven to help others and make the patient experience as straightforward as possible. Confidence in talking to patients with diverse needs is required and excellent communication skills are required. It is essential to be organised, efficient, adaptable, and flexible in a fast-paced working environment.
Ideally suited to school hours, working hours are typically 9.00am to 2.00pm, Monday to Friday.
Applicants should be enthusiastic, professional, and ideally have experience of working in a busy GP surgery using SystmOne. In addition to a competitive salary, you will also be enrolled to the NHS Pension Scheme. Training and ongoing development support the role.
Closing date for applications is 14th Sept 2026. You are advised to apply as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date if enough suitable applications are received. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, you should assume you have not been shortlisted, but we would like to thank you for your interest at Paston Surgery.
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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 as workload and staffing levels:
· Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample
· Performing venipuncture in accordance with practice protocols
· Maintaining accurate patient records on the clinical IT system
· The 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 the NHS Trust laboratory staff
· Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters
In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Phlebotomist may be requested to:
· 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
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.75-£13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 25.0 per week
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- How many years of General Practice or Community nursing experience do you have?
Experience:
- Phlebotomy: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
