Phlebotomist and Nursing Team Administrator
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Job Summary
Working under the direction of the lead nurse and as part of the practice multidisciplinary team, the post holder will be responsible for performing venepuncture, as requested by the clinical team, to the entitled patient population. In addition, the Phlebotomist will be expected to support the nursing team on an as required basis. Phlebotomy training will be considered for the right candidate.
Main duties of the job
This role has a dual purpose to support patients requiring blood tests and also to perform administration duties for the nursing and health care teams across both sites. The administration duties will ensure the smooth running of clinics and processes for the patients and the team.
About Us
IG Medical is situated in West Yorkshire, we have 2 sites Ilkley Moor Medical Practice set in the picturesque town of Ilkley and Grassington Medical Centre in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. We are a training practice and are a caring, forward thinking, committed team, whose aim is to improve the health of our community by delivering high quality patient care, whilst maintaining a fulfilling working environment for all.
Our clinical team includes 5 GP Partners, salaried GPs, Advanced Clinical Practitioners and our nursing team consists of Practice Nurses and Health Care Assistants. All supported by our hardworking Managers, reception and administrative teams. Employees of IG Medical are enrolled in Sovereign Healthcare Asset Level 2, which includes store discounts, and NHS Pension.
Details
Date posted: 23 September 2025
Salary: £24,960 to £25,350 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Location: Springs Medical Centre, Springs Lane, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 8TH; Grassington Medical Centre, 9 Station Road, Grassington, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 5LS
Job Description
Job responsibilities
The following are the core responsibilities of the Phlebotomist and administrator. 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 venepuncture 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
* Producing daily printed blood forms for clinics, ensuring the requests are verified if required by the GP or requester
* Supporting the patient population by calling patients who are booked in to long term condition clinics ensuring DNA response is low
* Supporting patients who require blood tests by monitoring their uptake of appointment booking links; ensuring safety netting of tests
* Responsible for ordering of all consumables related to the nursing teams work and ensuring correct and appropriate stock levels are achieved to ensure zero wastage
* Providing day to day administration and rota support to the lead nurse, ensuring clinics are well managed, amendments or changes made as required
* Providing administration support to the lead nurse for meetings and appraisals. Producing minutes of meetings and maintaining document management for the practice
Person Specification
Essential
Other requirements
* Full driving license (and access to a car)
* Occupational health clearance
* Clear enhanced DBS check
Qualifications
Essential
* Good standard of general education
Desirable
* Relevant qualification in venepuncture/phlebotomy
Experience
Essential
* Experience of working with the general public
* Experience of working in a healthcare setting
Desirable
* Experience of working in primary care
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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
IG Medical, Springs Medical Centre, Springs Lane, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29 8TH. Website: https://www.igmedical.co.uk/
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