General Practice Phlebotomist
Job Description
Job summary
At School Lane Surgery we are a vibrant and supportive practice seeking an enthusiastic Phlebotomist to join our dynamic healthcare family.
As part of our busy and friendly team, you will need excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will hold a phlebotomy/Venepuncture qualification and have some experience within this field (however training can be given, if necessary, for the right person). You will need good manual dexterity, the ability to remain calm under pressure and be able to work independently.
The job is 25 hours per week; 8am - 1pm, Mon - Fri.
£12.80 per hour, 5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holiday allowance
NHS Pension
Uniform provided
Closing Date: 05/06/2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if we receive sufficient applicants for the role.
Main duties of the job
As a phlebotomist, you will be taking blood samples based at the Healthy Living Centre, via a rota appointment system, from patients who are currently registered with School Lane Surgery and outpatient patients seen at the Healthy Living Centre on the day.
About us
School Lane Surgery is one of two large practices in Thetford, with a patient list of over 17000.
We are a friendly dynamic surgery delivering excellent care to our patients and providing a positive and supportive working environment for our staff.
We have an exceptional team of Practice Nurses, Health Care Assistants and Allied Health Professionals who work alongside our GPs to ensure our patients receive the best care available.
We are a supportive practice for medical students. We participate in research studies and are committed to providing ongoing training and progression. We are one of three practices in the Breckland Alliance Primary Care Network, a group of practices working together to deliver high quality primary care health to the populations of Thetford, Watton and surrounding area.
Job responsibilities
Clinical and Technical:
Collecting, using venepuncture procedures, blood samples using both vacutainer or needle and syringe
Monitoring and maintaining the health, safety and security of self and patients during the venepuncture procedure. Practising within risk management
Collecting samples from patients in high-risk categories and being aware of potential hazards. Following agreed protocol to minimise risk to self and others
Awareness of the clinical conditions and precautions that are necessary for sample quality to be maintained during the venepuncture procedure. This includes site selection, correct use of tourniquet and selection of blood sample bottles
Proficiency in performing venepuncture to meet the required standard
Documenting patients notes on the clinical system, SystmOne
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Phlebotomy/venepuncture qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the phlebotomy field
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.
Employer details
Employer name
School Lane Surgery
Address
Thetford Healthy Living Centre
Croxton Road
Thetford
Norfolk
IP24 1JD
United Kingdom
