Phlebotomist

Posting date:	16 February 2026
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	Negotiable
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	20 March 2026
Location:	Maidstone, ME17 2QF
Company:	NHS Jobs
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	A0525-26-0006

Summary

Job Description Title Phlebotomist Responsible To Lead Nurse Main Purpose Of The Post To provide phlebotomy services to the practice population Supported by the nursing team within the practice the phlebotomist will be responsible for delivering a phlebotomy service within the boundaries of their role and in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols compliant with laboratory standards whilst adhering to infection control standards they will focus upon providing a safe phlebotomy service supporting patients taking routine blood tests from different age groups as requested by clinicians maintaining clinically accurate records and managing own phlebotomy clinics they will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of patients Training will be provided to become a part of our flu campaign delivering flu vaccinations to our practice population Duties And Responsibilities Of The Post Main Duties Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and gaining consent for the collection of a blood sample Collection of samples of blood in accordance with training and procedures Ensuring samples are stored in appropriate containers Accurate legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity Checking patient identification against gp or nurse request and confirming with patient whenever possible 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 the gp or nurse of any significant patient issues Liaising with and assisting members of the administrative team Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care Support and participate in shared learning within the practice Confidentiality Ensure that all confidentiality data protection and information governance policies and guidelines are followed and strictly adhered to reporting any infringements to the appropriate person immediately Health And Safety The post holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health safety and security as defined in the practice health and safety policy Equality And Diversity The post holder will support the equality diversity and rights of patients carers and colleagues by carrying out their responsibilities with regards to the practice equal opportunities policy Personal And Professional Development The post holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment Quality The post holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice Communication And Information The post holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the practice and management team Any Other Delegated Duties Considered Appropriate To The Post This Job Description Is Not Intended To Be Exhaustive But to indicate the main areas of responsibility it may be changed after consultation with the post holder the employee shares with the employer the responsibility for review and modification of duties suggestions and discussions are welcome Policies And Procedures The duties and responsibilities of the post will be undertaken in accordance with the policies procedures and practices of the practice which may be amended from time to time Business Hours The business operates between the hours of eight am and six thirty pm monday to friday with extended hours on monday six thirty pm to eight pm as part of pcn cover there may be the requirement to offer future evening and weekend work as and when the business need increases