Phlebotomist
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 13 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £25,768.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £25768.00 a year |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 20 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Slough, SL2 4HL |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | C9151-26-0043 |
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The post holder will be trained as a phlebotomist and will work on a rota basis across Wexham Park Hospital, Heatherwood Hospital, St Peters Hospital, and King Edward VII Hospital. Duties will be undertaken in wards, outpatient clinics, GP surgeries, and other departments as required. The role involves the routine handling of biological samples, and strict adherence to departmental health and safety policies is always essential. The post holder will be trained to perform a range of venepuncture techniques in varied clinical environments and will initially work under supervision until deemed competent to work independently. There is an opportunity to progress to Band 3 after one year of service, subject to meeting the Band 3 job description criteria and successfully completing all required competencies. Clinical and technical responsibilities include collecting blood samples from inpatients and outpatients using approved venepuncture procedures, maintaining patient and personal safety, working in line with risk management and occupational health legislation, and following Trust protocols when dealing with high-risk patients. The post holder will ensure sample quality by applying appropriate clinical knowledge, including correct site selection, tourniquet use, and bottle selection, and will be proficient in performing venepuncture for Dynamic Function Tests. This job description is an indication of the type and range of tasks that are expected of the post holder, and other duties may be required, in line with the role and the banding. It will be reviewed and amended from time to time in consultation with the post holder to take account of changing organisational need.