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Health Care Assistant/Phlebotomist
| Posting date: | 29 October 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 November 2025 |
| Location: | Spalding, PE12 9HB |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A5609-25-0008 |
Summary
Key Responsibilities: Clinical Duties: Perform venepuncture and other blood sampling procedures safely and efficiently. Assist with routine clinical tasks such as blood pressure monitoring, ECGs, urine testing, and basic health assessments, NHS Health Checks. Support nurses and GPs where required. Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient records and test results. Patient Care: Provide compassionate care and support to patients, addressing queries and concerns professionally. Promote patient health and wellbeing, including providing advice on basic lifestyle and self-care measures where required. Maintain confidentiality and adhere to GDPR and professional standards. Administrative Duties: Ensure proper handling and labelling of laboratory samples etc. Maintain accurate patient records, including phlebotomy results and clinical observations. Health & Safety / Compliance: Adhere to infection control procedures and maintain a clean and safe working environment. Follow practice protocols, health and safety policies, and professional standards. Participate in mandatory training and professional development. Qualifications & Experience: Proven experience as a Health Care Assistant, Phlebotomist, or in a similar clinical role. Phlebotomy certification and knowledge of safe blood collection techniques. Basic Life Support (BLS) and first aid training preferred. Experience working in primary care, GP practices, or similar healthcare settings desirable. Skills & Competencies: Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Empathy, patience, and commitment to high-quality patient care. Organisational skills and attention to detail. Competence in IT systems and electronic patient records. Working Conditions: Full-time / Part-time. Based in a GP practice environment with direct patient interaction. Some flexibility required for occasional extended hours or cover. This role is key in supporting the GP practice to provide efficient, safe, and compassionate care to all patients.