Job summary
Are you a skilled and compassionate phlebotomist looking to join a dedicated healthcare team? Desborough Surgery is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented phlebotomist to provide high-quality specimen collection with care and professionalism.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
* Perform venipuncture and capillary punctures on patients
* Accurately label, handle, and process specimens
* Maintain cleanliness and infection control standards
* Provide excellent patient care and reassurance during procedures
* Ensure proper documentation and data entry
About us
Desborough & Hazlemere Surgeries are well-established practices serving 14,000 patients across two sites in High Wycombe, a large, diverse town in Buckinghamshire.
You will become a key part of the team, consisting of 7 GPs (including 2 Partners), experienced and organised Nurses/Health Care Assistants, management and administrative teams as well as our wider Primary Care Network team including pharmacists, paramedics and social prescribers.
There is a friendly atmosphere established at both our sites, a long with a 'can do' work ethic. There is a loyal and well established team in place, with a very low staff turnover rate.
All staff are invited to have an input into the development and smooth running of the Practice.
Details Date posted
02 June 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A5268-25-0006
Job locations
65 Desborough Avenue
High Wycombe
HP11 2SD
The Surgery
Roberts Ride
Hazlemere
High Wycombe
Buckinghamshire
HP15 7AD
Job description Job responsibilities
The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting blood and other specimens from patients for medical testing. This role requires excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and adherence to safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform venepuncture safely and proficiantly
* Collect specimens following proper procedures and labeling standards
* Verify patient identity and maintain accurate records in EMIS system
* Ensure proper handling, storage, and transportation of samples
* Prepare and maintain phlebotomy equipment and work area
* Follow all safety, infection control, and confidentiality protocols
* Provide compassionate care
* Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare staff
Job description Job responsibilities
The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting blood and other specimens from patients for medical testing. This role requires excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and adherence to safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform venepuncture safely and proficiantly
* Collect specimens following proper procedures and labeling standards
* Verify patient identity and maintain accurate records in EMIS system
* Ensure proper handling, storage, and transportation of samples
* Prepare and maintain phlebotomy equipment and work area
* Follow all safety, infection control, and confidentiality protocols
* Provide compassionate care
* Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare staff
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Qualifications:
* Completion of an accredited phlebotomy training program
Desirable
* Driving Licence preferred
Experience Essential
* Previous experience in phlebotomy or clinical laboratory (1+ year preferred)
* Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail
Desirable
* Experience in Primary Care
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Qualifications:
* Completion of an accredited phlebotomy training program
Desirable
* Driving Licence preferred
Experience Essential
* Previous experience in phlebotomy or clinical laboratory (1+ year preferred)
* Excellent manual dexterity and attention to detail
Desirable
* Experience 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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name
Desborough Surgery
Address
65 Desborough Avenue
High Wycombe
HP11 2SD
Employer's website
http://desborough.gpsurgery.net/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
Desborough Surgery
Address
65 Desborough Avenue
High Wycombe
HP11 2SD
Employer's website
http://desborough.gpsurgery.net/ (Opens in a new tab)
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