Overview
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Job Summary
Whinfield Medical Practice are looking for a part time Phlebotomist/Practice Assistant (30.5 hours) to join our patient-focused and multi-skilled nursing team. Working Hours: 30.5 hours per week worked over 4 days. The post holder is expected to contribute to Enhanced Access cover.
* Monday 8am - 4pm
* Tuesday 8am - 4pm
* Wednesday 7.30am - 4pm
* Friday 8am - 4pm
Previous applicants need not re-apply. Previous working experience as a Phlebotomist is essential. Knowledge of SystmOne is desirable. The ability to work independently and prioritise your workload is required. Good interpersonal communication and organisational skills are essential.
Main duties and responsibilities
* Phlebotomy
* ECGs
* Urinalysis
* Weight and height recording
* Chaperoning
* Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/Nurses
* Restocking/maintenance of equipment
* Restocking and maintenance of clinical areas and consulting rooms
* Record smoking status and brief intervention
* Blood pressure checks
Essential Knowledge & Skills
* Experience in venepuncture
* Blood pressure monitoring
* Ability to record accurate clinical notes
* Excellent communication skills – written and oral
* Effective time management – planning and organising
* Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
* Good interpersonal skills
* Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
* Polite and confident
* Flexible and cooperative
* Motivated
* High levels of integrity and loyalty
* Ability to work under pressure and in stressful situations
* Able to communicate and understand patient needs
Experience
* Essential: Evidence of a relevant qualification in venepuncture
* Level 2 English and Maths (equivalent to GCSE grade C or above)
* Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
* Desirable: Experience of working in primary care
* Experience of working in a GP practice
* SystmOne knowledge
About Us
Whinfield Medical Practice is an 8 Doctor, 3 ANP, 2 GP trainee surgery. We are a large busy practice with over 12,000 patients and 8 GPs. Open 5 days per week with two early mornings.
Details
* Date posted: 23 September 2025
* Pay scheme: Other
* Salary: Depending on experience
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Part-time
* Reference number: A1488-25-0004
* Job location: Whinbush Way, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 3RT
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a DBS check.
Employer details
Whinfield Medical Practice
Whinbush Way
Darlington, County Durham
DL1 3RT
Website: https://www.whinfieldsurgery.nhs.uk
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