The closing date is 10th Jul 2026
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Job summary
Department Core Purpose:
To work as part of the Phlebotomy team, providing a high-level service collecting blood samples from inpatients on the wards and in the Main Outpatients Department at Yeovil District Hospital.
Job Purpose:
The post holder will be responsible for providing a high-level of phlebotomist duties to include but not limited to collecting blood samples from patients on the wards as required and within the Main Outpatients Department.
The post holder will be expected to appropriately manage confidential, complex and sensitive information concerning patients exercising discretion whilst always upholding high professional and ethical standards.
The post holder will be required to work as part of a team but also to use own initiative when required, and to escalate any concerns when necessary.
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Main duties, tasks & skills required
Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.
Full details of duties can be found in the job description.
There will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shifts patterns with a commitment to participate in the on call service after appropriate training.
Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.
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About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
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Job description
For more details and further information about the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.
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Person specification
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Qualifications
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Essential
NVQ2 in Care, or at least 1yr other relevant experience.
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Experience
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Essential
Experienced and competent in Venepuncture.
Experience of a care or hospital environment.
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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For help with your application, contact:
Elizabeth Caswell
[email protected]
01935384269
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Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
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Band
Band 2
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Salary
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£25272.00 Yearly
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Contract
Fixed Term
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Duration
12 Month(s)
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Working pattern
Part-Time
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Reference number
184-OL-PU-5352
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Job locations
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
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