Job requirements
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Essential
11 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Proven experience undertaking venepuncture within a healthcare setting.
- Qualifications
Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
- Qualifications
Recognised phlebotomy qualification.
- Knowledge and Skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge and Skills
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Knowledge and Skills
Good organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Knowledge and Skills
Competent IT skills and experience using electronic clinical record systems.
- Knowledge and Skills
Understanding of patient confidentiality and information governance.
- Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of infection prevention and control procedures.
- Knowledge and Skills
Professional, compassionate, and patient-focused approach.
- Knowledge and Skills
Effective time management
Desirable
6 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Experience working within an NHS GP practice or Primary Care setting.
- Experience
Experience using EMIS Web, SystmOne, or other NHS clinical systems.
- Experience
Knowledge of Quality and Outcomes Framework (QOF) and long-term condition monitoring.
- Experience
Experience supporting vaccination or chronic disease clinics.
- Experience
Ability to follow clinical policies and procedures
- Qualifications
Previous infection prevention and control training
Job summary
An exciting new vacancy has arisen at Riverside Medical Practice for a compassionate and reliable Phlebotomist to join our team.
The post will initially be for 27.5 hours a week but we anticipate that the required hours will increase with the success of this new role/service. The rate of pay will be in excess of £12.71 depending on experience.
Riverside is a friendly, patient-centred practice committed to providing high-quality primary care services to our local community. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate care and working collaboratively as a multidisciplinary team to achieve the best outcomes for our patients.
We are seeking a motivated and caring Phlebotomist to join our busy practice team. The successful candidate will provide a high-quality phlebotomy service for our registered patients, ensuring blood samples are collected safely, efficiently, and in accordance with national and local protocols.
You will work closely with GPs, Practice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, the wider multidisciplinary team, and local laboratory services to support the delivery of excellent patient care.
Main duties of the job
Perform venepuncture for patients of all ages (within competency and practice protocols).
Correctly identify patients and confirm requested investigations before obtaining samples.
Label, process, and prepare specimens for transportation to the laboratory in accordance with practice and laboratory procedures.
Maintain accurate electronic patient records using the clinical system.
Monitor and maintain adequate stock levels of phlebotomy equipment and report shortages.
Ensure clinical rooms are clean, safe, well-stocked, and prepared for use.
Adhere to infection prevention and control policies, health and safety legislation, and standard operating procedures.
Follow practice policies relating to confidentiality, information governance, safeguarding, and data protection.
Provide reassurance and support to patients, including those who may be anxious about blood tests.
Recognise and respond appropriately to patients who become unwell during or after venepuncture.
Work collaboratively with the wider practice team to support efficient patient care.
Participate in mandatory training, appraisal, and continuing professional development.
About us
Riverside Medical Practice has a diverse patient population of circa 11,500.
We are a large town centre training practice with a long tradition of providing high quality primary care within Shrewsbury.
We are an innovative team, keen to try out new ways of working and have recently adapted how we work to make roles as clinicians more sustainable and hopefully more enjoyable. This includes the utilisation of the Total Triage model (AccuRx digital triage) through our in-house Duty Hub.
The post holder will be an integral part of the nursing team, as well as supporting the wider general practice team. We are continuously striving to develop our services and skill mix and as such are a happy team, who support each other.
We are increasingly focused on staff well-being and provide a working environment conducive to the this and have a longstanding reputation for legendary Christmas parties.
Details
- Date posted: 24 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: Depending on experience
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
- Reference number: A0148-26-0004
- Job locations: Barker Street, Shrewsbury, SY1 1QJ, United Kingdom
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This advert is for Phlebotomist with Riverside Medical Practice in Shrewsbury, England. It is listed as a Phlebotomist role. The advertised salary is Negotiable. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 14 Sep 2026.
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