Job overview
We require an experienced phlebotomist with excellent written and verbal communication skills to work alongside our phlebotomy service in Central London.
The successful candidate will join a well-established phlebotomy service. This is a high performing and popular service that aims to deliver an excellent patient experience with world class care.
There 2 full-time posts and 1 16hrs and 22.5 Part time post available
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will need to be competent in carrying out phlebotomy on adults, children, and elderly patients, and will be required to work under minimal supervision. The post holder will need to be well organised, efficient and familiar with all routine blood tests and their clinical importance.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application
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Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Able to work in a busy environment
- Able to communicate in English
- Able to work under pressure
Communication
Essential
- Able to communicate accurately & effectively verbally, and in writing
- The ability to pass on messages with clarity to a wide range of people
- To have a polite and efficient telephone manner
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate with patients, nursing and medical staff
- Understanding the importance of continued development through PDP’s
- Experience of identifying quality issues and service improvement
- Ability to understand information processing (IT skills). ERP system.
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Work pattern (e.g. shift work, unsociable hours).
- Ability to participate in Saturday and Sunday provision of service.
- Ability to meet physical effort (e.g. lifting and handling requirements)
- Physical skills (e.g. requirement for speed and accuracy, hand-eye co-ordination
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- At least 18 months Phlebotomy experience post certificate
- Certificate of proof
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Able to talk to patients in a professional manner
- To work as part of a team or ability to cope alone
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and/or Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Ensure the risk of infection to self, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by:
Essential
- Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control.
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This advert is for Phlebotomist with University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £31,554 - £33,270 Per annum inclusive of HCAS Pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 24 Jun 2026.
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