Phlebotomist

We are

looking for an experienced and motivated Phlebotomist to join our friendly GP

surgery team. The role involves providing high-quality phlebotomy services for

our patients in a supportive and well-organised environment.

The ideal

candidate will have previous experience in a health care or clinical setting,

excellent communication skills, and a patient-centred approach.

Main duties of the job

To provide a

high-quality phlebotomy service within a busy and fast-paced GP practice. The

successful candidate will be responsible for obtaining blood samples from

patients aged 15 and above, ensuring accurate patient identification and sample

labelling, maintaining infection prevention and control standards, managing

clinic appointments efficiently, and providing excellent patient care and

communication at all times. The role requires the ability to work

independently, prioritise workload, and remain calm and professional in a

demanding clinical environment.

About us

Trinity Medical Centre is a busy and well-established GP practice committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care to our local community. We offer a wide range of primary care services delivered by a dedicated multidisciplinary team, including GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, pharmacists, and administrative staff. We are a forward-thinking practice with a strong focus on teamwork, continuous improvement, and delivering safe, effective healthcare in a fast-paced environment while maintaining excellent standards of patient care.

Details

Date posted

29 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£12.92 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A2768-26-0003

Job locations

Trinity Medical Centre

New George Street

South Shields

Tyne And Wear

NE33 5DU

United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

To provide a high-quality and

efficient phlebotomy service to patients registered at the practice, supporting

the clinical team in the delivery of safe and effective care. The postholder

will work independently to collect blood samples from patients, ensuring

accurate labelling, recording, and timely dispatch of specimens to support

diagnosis and ongoing clinical care.

Key

Responsibilities

Perform

venepuncture on patients in line with clinical guidance and infection

control standards.

Ensure

samples are correctly labelled, recorded, and prepared for collection by

the laboratory.

Accurately

update patient records on the clinical system (EMIS).

Maintain

equipment, stock levels, and cleanliness of the phlebotomy area.

Work

collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and administrative staff to ensure a

smooth and efficient service.

Provide

reassurance and information to patients, ensuring dignity, privacy, and

comfort at all times.

Report

any abnormal findings, incidents, or concerns to the appropriate clinician

or manager.

Adhere

to all practice policies, including infection control, health and safety,

confidentiality, and safeguarding.

Essential

Skills and Experience

Competency

in phlebotomy, with evidence of up-to-date training and practice.

Ability

to communicate messages and instructions accurately to colleagues, both

verbally and in writing.

Demonstrate

good customer care skills and the ability to communicate effectively with

the Multidisciplinary team, patients, carers and visitors.

Ability

to prioritise the care requirements for identified patients

Basic

skills of empathy and reassurance.

Basic

keyboard and IT skills

Organise

own day to day work tasks or activities.

Ability

to work independently and as part of a team.

Understanding

of infection control and patient confidentiality.

Accurate

record-keeping and attention to detail.

Desirable

Skills and Experience

Previous

experience working in a GP practice or healthcare setting.

Familiarity

with NHS laboratory procedures and IT systems (e.g. EMIS).

Basic

Life Support and infection control training.

Personal

Attributes

Compassionate,

patient-focused approach.

Reliable,

punctual, and well-organised.

Flexible

and adaptable to the needs of the practice.

Quality

The post-holder will strive to

maintain quality within the practice, and will:

Alert other team members to issues of quality and

risk

Assess own performance and take accountability

for actions, either directly or under supervision

Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by

reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to

improve performance

Work effectively with individuals in other

agencies to meet patients' needs

Manage own time, workload and resources

effectively

Health &

Safety

The

postholder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others

health, safety, and security as defined in the practices Health & Safety

Policy, Manual, and Infection Control Policy. This includes:

Using personal security systems within the

workplace according to practice guidelines

Identifying

and managing risks involved in work activities.

Making effective use of training to update

knowledge and skills

Using appropriate infection control procedures

and maintaining tidy, safe work areas free from hazards

Actively reporting of health and safety hazards

and infection hazards as soon as they are recognised

Assisting

in maintaining general standards of cleanliness within the scope of the

role.

Undertaking periodic infection control training

(minimum annually)

Reporting potential risks identified

Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and

promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults

Equality and

Diversity

The

postholder will support the equality, diversity, and rights of patients,

carers, and colleagues, by:

Acting

in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, in line with

practice policies and current legislation.

Respecting

the privacy, dignity, needs, and beliefs of patients, carers, and

colleagues.

Behaving

in a welcoming, non-judgmental manner that respects individual

circumstances, feelings, priorities, and rights.

Personal/Professional

Development

The post-holder will participate

in training and development as part of their employment, including:

Annual individual performance review and maintaining

records of personal and professional development

Taking responsibility for ongoing learning and

performance

Demonstrating skills and activities to others

undertaking similar work

Freedom to Act

The

postholder will be guided by precedent and clearly defined occupational

policies, protocols, and codes of conduct. Work will be managed rather than

supervised, with results assessed at agreed intervals.

Manage own

workload

Prioritise

Tasks

Meet Deadlines

Job responsibilities

To provide a high-quality and

efficient phlebotomy service to patients registered at the practice, supporting

the clinical team in the delivery of safe and effective care. The postholder

will work independently to collect blood samples from patients, ensuring

accurate labelling, recording, and timely dispatch of specimens to support

diagnosis and ongoing clinical care.

Key

Responsibilities

Perform

venepuncture on patients in line with clinical guidance and infection

control standards.

Ensure

samples are correctly labelled, recorded, and prepared for collection by

the laboratory.

Accurately

update patient records on the clinical system (EMIS).

Maintain

equipment, stock levels, and cleanliness of the phlebotomy area.

Work

collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and administrative staff to ensure a

smooth and efficient service.

Provide

reassurance and information to patients, ensuring dignity, privacy, and

comfort at all times.

Report

any abnormal findings, incidents, or concerns to the appropriate clinician

or manager.

Adhere

to all practice policies, including infection control, health and safety,

confidentiality, and safeguarding.

Essential

Skills and Experience

Competency

in phlebotomy, with evidence of up-to-date training and practice.

Ability

to communicate messages and instructions accurately to colleagues, both

verbally and in writing.

Demonstrate

good customer care skills and the ability to communicate effectively with

the Multidisciplinary team, patients, carers and visitors.

Ability

to prioritise the care requirements for identified patients

Basic

skills of empathy and reassurance.

Basic

keyboard and IT skills

Organise

own day to day work tasks or activities.

Ability

to work independently and as part of a team.

Understanding

of infection control and patient confidentiality.

Accurate

record-keeping and attention to detail.

Desirable

Skills and Experience

Previous

experience working in a GP practice or healthcare setting.

Familiarity

with NHS laboratory procedures and IT systems (e.g. EMIS).

Basic

Life Support and infection control training.

Personal

Attributes

Compassionate,

patient-focused approach.

Reliable,

punctual, and well-organised.

Flexible

and adaptable to the needs of the practice.

Quality

The post-holder will strive to

maintain quality within the practice, and will:

Alert other team members to issues of quality and

risk

Assess own performance and take accountability

for actions, either directly or under supervision

Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by

reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to

improve performance

Work effectively with individuals in other

agencies to meet patients' needs

Manage own time, workload and resources

effectively

Health &

Safety

The

postholder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others

health, safety, and security as defined in the practices Health & Safety

Policy, Manual, and Infection Control Policy. This includes:

Using personal security systems within the

workplace according to practice guidelines

Identifying

and managing risks involved in work activities.

Making effective use of training to update

knowledge and skills

Using appropriate infection control procedures

and maintaining tidy, safe work areas free from hazards

Actively reporting of health and safety hazards

and infection hazards as soon as they are recognised

Assisting

in maintaining general standards of cleanliness within the scope of the

role.

Undertaking periodic infection control training

(minimum annually)

Reporting potential risks identified

Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and

promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults

Equality and

Diversity

The

postholder will support the equality, diversity, and rights of patients,

carers, and colleagues, by:

Acting

in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, in line with

practice policies and current legislation.

Respecting

the privacy, dignity, needs, and beliefs of patients, carers, and

colleagues.

Behaving

in a welcoming, non-judgmental manner that respects individual

circumstances, feelings, priorities, and rights.

Personal/Professional

Development

The post-holder will participate

in training and development as part of their employment, including:

Annual individual performance review and maintaining

records of personal and professional development

Taking responsibility for ongoing learning and

performance

Demonstrating skills and activities to others

undertaking similar work

Freedom to Act

The

postholder will be guided by precedent and clearly defined occupational

policies, protocols, and codes of conduct. Work will be managed rather than

supervised, with results assessed at agreed intervals.

Manage own

workload

Prioritise

Tasks

Meet Deadlines

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• • Experience in performing venepuncture on adults.
• • Experience maintaining accurate records and following clinical protocols.
• • Experience communicating with patients in a caring and professional manner.

Desirable

• • Previous experience in a GP practice or NHS/community healthcare setting.
• • Experience using EMIS or similar clinical IT systems.

Qualifications

Essential

• Accredited phlebotomy qualification or equivalent competency-based training.
• Evidence of up-to-date training and continued professional development.

Desirable

• Basic Life Support (BLS) training.
• Infection control training.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• • Experience in performing venepuncture on adults.
• • Experience maintaining accurate records and following clinical protocols.
• • Experience communicating with patients in a caring and professional manner.

Desirable

• • Previous experience in a GP practice or NHS/community healthcare setting.
• • Experience using EMIS or similar clinical IT systems.

Qualifications

Essential

• Accredited phlebotomy qualification or equivalent competency-based training.
• Evidence of up-to-date training and continued professional development.

Desirable

• Basic Life Support (BLS) training.
• Infection control training.

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

Trinity Medical Centre

Address

Trinity Medical Centre

New George Street

South Shields

Tyne And Wear

NE33 5DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.trinitymedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Trinity Medical Centre

Address

Trinity Medical Centre

New George Street

South Shields

Tyne And Wear

NE33 5DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.trinitymedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job responsibilities

To provide a high-quality and

efficient phlebotomy service to patients registered at the practice, supporting

the clinical team in the delivery of safe and effective care. The postholder

will work independently to collect blood samples from patients, ensuring

accurate labelling, recording, and timely dispatch of specimens to support

diagnosis and ongoing clinical care.

Key

Responsibilities

Perform

venepuncture on patients in line with clinical guidance and infection

control standards.

Ensure

samples are correctly labelled, recorded, and prepared for collection by

the laboratory.

Accurately

update patient records on the clinical system (EMIS).

Maintain

equipment, stock levels, and cleanliness of the phlebotomy area.

Work

collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and administrative staff to ensure a

smooth and efficient service.

Provide

reassurance and information to patients, ensuring dignity, privacy, and

comfort at all times.

Report

any abnormal findings, incidents, or concerns to the appropriate clinician

or manager.

Adhere

to all practice policies, including infection control, health and safety,

confidentiality, and safeguarding.

Essential

Skills and Experience

Competency

in phlebotomy, with evidence of up-to-date training and practice.

Ability

to communicate messages and instructions accurately to colleagues, both

verbally and in writing.

Demonstrate

good customer care skills and the ability to communicate effectively with

the Multidisciplinary team, patients, carers and visitors.

Ability

to prioritise the care requirements for identified patients

Basic

skills of empathy and reassurance.

Basic

keyboard and IT skills

Organise

own day to day work tasks or activities.

Ability

to work independently and as part of a team.

Understanding

of infection control and patient confidentiality.

Accurate

record-keeping and attention to detail.

Desirable

Skills and Experience

Previous

experience working in a GP practice or healthcare setting.

Familiarity

with NHS laboratory procedures and IT systems (e.g. EMIS).

Basic

Life Support and infection control training.

Personal

Attributes

Compassionate,

patient-focused approach.

Reliable,

punctual, and well-organised.

Flexible

and adaptable to the needs of the practice.

Quality

The post-holder will strive to

maintain quality within the practice, and will:

Alert other team members to issues of quality and

risk

Assess own performance and take accountability

for actions, either directly or under supervision

Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by

reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to

improve performance

Work effectively with individuals in other

agencies to meet patients' needs

Manage own time, workload and resources

effectively

Health &

Safety

The

postholder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others

health, safety, and security as defined in the practices Health & Safety

Policy, Manual, and Infection Control Policy. This includes:

Using personal security systems within the

workplace according to practice guidelines

Identifying

and managing risks involved in work activities.

Making effective use of training to update

knowledge and skills

Using appropriate infection control procedures

and maintaining tidy, safe work areas free from hazards

Actively reporting of health and safety hazards

and infection hazards as soon as they are recognised

Assisting

in maintaining general standards of cleanliness within the scope of the

role.

Undertaking periodic infection control training

(minimum annually)

Reporting potential risks identified

Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and

promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults

Equality and

Diversity

The

postholder will support the equality, diversity, and rights of patients,

carers, and colleagues, by:

Acting

in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, in line with

practice policies and current legislation.

Respecting

the privacy, dignity, needs, and beliefs of patients, carers, and

colleagues.

Behaving

in a welcoming, non-judgmental manner that respects individual

circumstances, feelings, priorities, and rights.

Personal/Professional

Development

The post-holder will participate

in training and development as part of their employment, including:

Annual individual performance review and maintaining

records of personal and professional development

Taking responsibility for ongoing learning and

performance

Demonstrating skills and activities to others

undertaking similar work

Freedom to Act

The

postholder will be guided by precedent and clearly defined occupational

policies, protocols, and codes of conduct. Work will be managed rather than

supervised, with results assessed at agreed intervals.

Manage own

workload

Prioritise

Tasks

Meet Deadlines

Experience

Essential

• • Experience in performing venepuncture on adults.
• • Experience maintaining accurate records and following clinical protocols.
• • Experience communicating with patients in a caring and professional manner.

Desirable

• • Previous experience in a GP practice or NHS/community healthcare setting.
• • Experience using EMIS or similar clinical IT systems.

Qualifications

Essential

• Accredited phlebotomy qualification or equivalent competency-based training.
• Evidence of up-to-date training and continued professional development.

Desirable

• Basic Life Support (BLS) training.
• Infection control training.