# Phlebotomist > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Fernbank Surgery. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/phlebotomist/920852a9-5956-4cc0-a29c-2123d78f5659 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/phlebotomist/920852a9-5956-4cc0-a29c-2123d78f5659.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Fernbank Surgery - **Location:** Lytham Primary Care Centre, Victoria St, Lytham, Lancashire, FY8 5DZ, United Kingdom; Freckleton Health Centre - **Workplace type:** onsite - **Profession:** Phlebotomist - **Grade:** Band 2 - **Salary:** £12.92 - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Part-time - **Closing date:** 2026-10-23T22:59:59.999Z - **Posted:** 2026-10-05T14:18:32.896Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A0341-26-0005 - **Application URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/application/A0341-26-0005/pre-application-questions-pause?referrer=jobadvert&ref=A0341-26-0005 - **Employer website:** https://www.fernbanksurgery.co.uk/ ## Job Content ### Job summary Due to an increase in the demand for Phlebotomy appointments the exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Nursing Team. The team currently consists of 3 Practice Nurses, 1 Nurse Associate and 1 Health Care Assistant and 1 phlebotomist. We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Phlebotomist to further enhance the team and join our friendly GP Practice. A team player with good clinical skills and an interest in further training and personal development are vital. Informal visits are welcome before applying, and we are happy to show prospective applicants around the Practice. Should you wish to discuss the role further please do not hesitate to contact a member of the management team using the details provided. ### Main duties of the job The post holder will work under direct supervision of the practice nurse team and will be accountable to the Management Team and Partners, following specific practice guidelines and protocols at all times. The post-holder will be responsible for performing venepuncture to obtain blood samples from patients that have been booked directly into their clinical appointments. ### About us Fernbank Surgery is a busy practice which is made up of a team of 5 very versatile GP partners, who are supported by a host of salaried GPs, ANPs, Clinical Pharmacists, Practice Nurses, Health Care Assistants, a management team and a pillar of administration and reception staff members. We are a close knit team that is able to work together efficiently and effectively to ensure that our patients receive an exemplary level of care and service from all that are part of team Fernbank. If you are interested in the post and want to visit the Practice or find out more, please contact Sophie Spedding, Operations Manager by email on sophie.spedding@nhs.net ### Details - Date posted: 05 October 2026 - Pay scheme: Agenda for change - Band: Band 2 - Salary: £12.92 an hour - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Part-time - Reference number: A0341-26-0005 - Job locations: Lytham Primary Care Centre, Victoria St, Lytham, Lancashire, FY8 5DZ, United Kingdom, Freckleton Health Centre, Douglas Drive, Freckleton, Preston, PR41RY, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities Primary Responsibilities. a. Obtaining patient consent for the collection of blood sample b. Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols c. Maintaining accurate patient records on the clinical IT system d. The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples e. Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies f. Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner g. Maintaining an effective liaison with the NHS trust laboratory staff h. Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters. Secondary Responsibilities a. Participate in practice audits as directed by a member of the senior team b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery with patient care c. Support and participate in shared learning within the practice ## Person Specification ### Skills **Essential** - Strong IT skills - Effective time management - Ability to work as part of a team and autonomously - Good interpersonal skills - Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure **Desirable** - Emis web user skills ### Experience **Essential** - Experience working with the General Public - Experience working in a healthcare setting **Desirable** - Experience of working in Primary Care ### Qualifications **Essential** - Relevant qualification in Phlebotomy - Good standard of general education ### Other Requirements **Essential** - Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Check - Occupational Health Clearance - Flexibility to work outside of core hours when required ### Personal Qualities **Essential** - Polite and confident - Flexible and cooperative - Motivated - High levels of integrity and loyalty - Ability to work under pressure - Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient - Commitment to ongoing professional development - Punctual and committed to supporting the team ### Clinical Knowledge and Skills **Essential** - Ability to record accurate clinical notes **Desirable** - The ability to chaperone ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.