Phlebotomist
The closing date is 04 June 2026
At present, University Hospitals of North Midlands is unable to offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 to Band 4 roles, as these positions do not meet the minimum salary and skill thresholds required under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations.
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.
Full training will be given to the successful applicant – no previous experience is required. We 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 Hospital.
There may be the occasional requirement to work at Royal Stoke Hospital.
PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY
Qualifications / Training
* NVQ / QCF level 2 / apprenticeship level 2 or equivalent in related subject or GCSE English and maths at C grade or above or equivalent
* GCSE at grade c or above or equivalent in a science subject
* Care related NVQ
Experience
* Evidence of manual dexterity and technical work
* Experience of working as part of a team.
* Previous work involving Phlebotomy
* Work in a healthcare role or similar
Skills & Knowledge
* Ability to work to defined protocols and seek advice where appropriate
* Basic Keyboard Skills
Other Job Requirements
* Understanding of the job requirements
* Must have transport and be able to travel to outreach/walk‑in phlebotomy clinics
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.
University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust
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