Phlebotomist
| Posting date: | 26 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £12.21 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £12.21 an hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 January 2026 |
| Location: | Ilkley, LS29 8TQ |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A4300-25-0003 |
Summary
Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and confirming their agreement to the collection of a blood sample Collection of samples of blood in accordance with training and procedures Conducting domiciliary bloods Using the centrifuge to prepare blood samples Ensuring samples are stored in appropriate containers Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity Checking patient identification against the request and confirming with patient and checking against the SystmOne record Recording collection of blood sample in patient record in accordance with practice procedure Ensuring that samples are dispatched to the appropriate laboratories in a timely fashion Ensuring that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff Notifying a clinician of any significant patient issues Liaising with and assisting members of the administrative team Maintain patient Confidentiality Responsible for the correct and safe management of the specimens process including collection, labelling, handling, use of correct and clean containers, storage and transport arrangements Correct use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Adhere to infection control and clinically based patient care protocols, and implementation of those protocols across the practice Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills, and initiate and manage the training of others across the full range of infection control and patient processes Safe management of sharps procedures, including training, use, storage and disposal Actively identifying, reporting, and correction of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately Waste management, including collection, handling, segregation, container management, storage and collection Spillage control procedures, management, and training Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include, acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues behaving in a manner that is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Personal/Professional development The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include: Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Taking responsibility for own development and learning Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload, and resources Confidentiality In the performance of the duties outlined in the Job Description, the post holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients, carers, Practice staff and other health workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All information from any source must be regarded as strictly confidential. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues and other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may be only divulged to authorised persons, in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and protection of personal and sensitive data. In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have a right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately. Communication The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to communicate effectively with other team members, patients, and carers Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly Health and safety and security Assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy, to include: Using security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines. Identify risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manage those risks and report to registered nurse or practice manager any potential risks identified. Follow appropriate infection control procedures ensuring work are is tidy and safe and free from hazards. Understand and apply the principles of the cold chain. Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccinations and drugs within area of responsibility. Make effective use of training to update knowledge and skills. Be able to identify the risks to health of microbiological and chemical hazards within the work environment according to Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH). Know the general principles of first aid and resuscitation to be able to undertake initial actions as appropriate. Be aware of statutory child health procedures, statutory local guidelines and referral criteria.