NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde as a Phlebotomist, providing an essential service that directly supports patient diagnosis, treatment and care. Based within Acute Services, you will work across hospital wards collecting blood specimens and ensuring samples are delivered safely and efficiently to laboratory services. This is a rewarding, patient-focused role where compassion, attention to detail and excellent communication skills are key. As Scotland's largest NHS Board, NHSGGC offers the opportunity to work alongside dedicated healthcare professionals while making a meaningful difference to patients every day. If you enjoy working as part of a supportive team and delivering high-quality care, we would love to hear from you.
Band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa routes.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- Part-time, Permanent
- You will be based at Gartnavel General Hospital
- We have various hours available - x2 25-hour positions and x3 20 hour positions
- Working Pattern: TBC
Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours.
Key responsibilities:
- Collect blood samples from patients using venepuncture and capillary sampling techniques
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Accurately identify patients and ensure all samples and accompanying documentation are correctly labelled
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Support the timely delivery of blood specimens to laboratories to meet service targets
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Adhere to all departmental policies and procedures including Infection Control and Health & Safety requirements
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Communicate effectively with patients, relatives and multidisciplinary teams to provide reassurance and support
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Maintain appropriate stock levels of equipment and consumables required to deliver the service
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Provide cover for colleagues during periods of annual leave or absence to ensure continuity of service
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
- Educated to Standard Grade level or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and experience
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Previous experience working in a healthcare environment would be advantageous
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Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact confidently and compassionately with patients and staff
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Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to work efficiently under pressure
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Ability to work effectively as part of a team while also using your own initiative
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High level of accuracy and attention to detail when handling patient information and samples
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Reliable, self-motivated and committed to delivering a high-quality patient-centred service
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact: Christine McAuley, Phlebotomy Lead on 0141 452 3268 or [email protected]
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
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