Overview
We are seeking enthusiastic and experienced phlebotomists to join our Phlebotomy team at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital and Washwood Heath Community Diagnostic Centre (WWHCDC), part of UHB NHS Foundation Trust.
This is an interesting and skilled role that requires the ability to work under pressure, strong keyboard proficiency, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Successful candidates must have at least 12 months of recent phlebotomy experience in an acute hospital setting and will be required to complete local training and competency assessments upon appointment. An essential requirement of the role is the ability to work as part of a team without direct supervision, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism when dealing with patients in a sensitive manner. As a senior phlebotomist, you will also assist with the training, assessment, and supervision of junior phlebotomy staff.
The post holder will primarily be based at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital on acute medical and surgical wards and will be required to cover shifts at WWHCDC on a rotational basis, with potential cross-site cover as needed for training or service delivery.
Main duties
The post holder will demonstrate a high level of skill and understanding, enabling them to undertake specific tasks delegated by the Phlebotomy Manager or Phlebotomy Coordinator in line with relevant procedures, guidelines, and policies.
Working Hours
Core: 07:30--20:00, Monday to Friday.
Weekend Wards: 07:00--10:30; Weekend WWHCDC: 08:30--20:00.
Contact for more information
Selvaraj Rassiah, Phlebotomy Service Manager — Tel: 0121 424 1254
Matron Kaafia Mohamed — Tel: 0121 424 2228
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We are committed to reasonable adjustments for staff with disabilities or health conditions to carry out their roles.
Details
Date posted: 12 September 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
Band: Band 3
Salary: £24,937 to £26,598 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 304-9010568
Job locations: Heartlands Hospital, Bordesley Green E, Birmingham, West Midlands, B9 5SS
Job description
Job responsibilities: For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Essential: Evidence of completion of a Health-Related Education and Development programme/ Care Certificate
* Desirable: GCSE or equivalent to Level 2 Functional Skills Maths & English
Experience
* Essential: Recent minimum 12 months experience working in an acute hospital/provider led healthcare environment as a phlebotomist
* Essential: Evidence of working in a multi-disciplinary and cross agency work environment
* Essential: Experience of carrying out assigned duties after training and using initiative
* Essential: Competent in a range of clinical skills and practices relevant to the scope of practice required
* Essential: Understanding of safeguarding and Mental Capacity
* Essential: Awareness of Health and Safety issues
* Essential: Knowledge of the post holder’s parameters and when to seek advice and support
* Essential: Willingness to take on new skills and develop scope of practice
Additional Criteria
* Essential: Ability to read/write/speak English, receive and understand instructions
* Essential: Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the role and tasks involved
* Essential: Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure
* Essential: Ability to participate in reflective practice
* Essential: Demonstrate awareness of supervising others
* Essential: Professional appearance
* Essential: Adaptability to changing circumstances
* Essential: Positive and enthusiastic attitude, caring and approachable
* Essential: Ability to communicate articulately and motivate others
* Essential: Flexible, reliable and punctual
* Essential: Willingness to work a range of shift patterns to cover service requirements
* Essential: Major Incident – called to duty
Desirable: Good IT skills with ability to record information electronically
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a DBS disclosure.
Employer details
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Heartlands Hospital, Bordesley Green E, Birmingham, West Midlands, B9 5SS
Website: https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm
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