• Job Description

  Req#: C9216-26-0395?language=en&page=746&sort=publicationDateDesc

  Job summary

  We require an enthusiastic Phlebotomist to work as part of our team within the hospital and community hub. Core hours are 08:00 to 17:00. There will also be an expectation to work flexibly on Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday mornings when required.

  You will be part of a team providing a valuable support function for the entire hospital collecting blood samples from Inpatients on Derriford's wards and also from our patients in the outpatient clinics Applicants must have a basic general education and knowledge of phlebotomy; excellent communication skills, be able to deal with patients and staff with tact and diplomacy; and the ability to work in a busy environment.

  The successful candidates will be expected to train during the core working week. Payment for training will be made at AfC band 2 Standard rate. Arrangements for training will be discussed at interview.

  The hours of work can be discussed at interview. Please note that the service is evolving as demand increasing so there will be an expectation to participate in rotas that offer a 7 day service which can be between the hours of 6am and 6pm.

  For further information please contact Andrew Conbeer Phlebotomy Supervisor on 01752 433359.

  ***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

  Main duties of the job

  1. Principle duties are to collect specimens of blood from patients attending UHP Dartmoor Building, Wards and L3 drop in service Plymouth.
  2. To ensure samples and request forms match with the patient and are labelled correctly for delivery to the Pathology Directorate.
  3. The post holder will work as part of a team providing a timely, high quality, accurate and cost effective phlebotomy service for both inpatients and outpatients.

  About us

  We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

  Details

  Date posted

  11 March 2026

  Pay scheme

  Agenda for change

  Band

  Band 2

  Salary

  £24,465 a year Per Annum, pro rata

  Contract

  Permanent

  Working pattern

  Full-time, Part-time

  Reference number

  216-PL-DB7807923

  Job locations

  Derriford Hospital

  Derriford Road

  PLYMOUTH

  PL6 8DH

  
  

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  1. To provide a venepuncture service within the Trust in accordance with UHP and departmental policies and procedures.
  2. To liaise with patients, carers, nursing and medical staff in an appropriate and professional manner.
  3. Informing patients of the venepuncture procedure to be carried out in a caring reassuring manner that is aimed at their level of understanding.
  4. Ensure suitable stocks of venepuncture equipment are available prior to visiting patients and replenish used stock as required.
  5. Ensure that requests for blood are correctly filled in with the minimum acceptance data present.
  6. Ensure that all samples collected are correctly labelled and meet the acceptance criteria for the Pathology department concerned.
  7. Have the ability to assess if veins are suitable for venepuncture, following standard operating procedures. Eg Avoiding Intra Venous/transfusion sites.
  8. Recognise the needs of the patient, who may be very anxious or distressed due to the nature of their illness or the procedure, whilst being sympathetic and considerate towards them.
  9. Will assist the training officer in the training of new staff.
  10. Be familiar and competent in the use of Pathology computer systems iLAB & iCM for patient test request entry.

  For further details please see attached JD&PS.

  Job description

  Job responsibilities

  1. To provide a venepuncture service within the Trust in accordance with UHP and departmental policies and procedures.
  2. To liaise with patients, carers, nursing and medical staff in an appropriate and professional manner.
  3. Informing patients of the venepuncture procedure to be carried out in a caring reassuring manner that is aimed at their level of understanding.
  4. Ensure suitable stocks of venepuncture equipment are available prior to visiting patients and replenish used stock as required.
  5. Ensure that requests for blood are correctly filled in with the minimum acceptance data present.
  6. Ensure that all samples collected are correctly labelled and meet the acceptance criteria for the Pathology department concerned.
  7. Have the ability to assess if veins are suitable for venepuncture, following standard operating procedures. Eg Avoiding Intra Venous/transfusion sites.
  8. Recognise the needs of the patient, who may be very anxious or distressed due to the nature of their illness or the procedure, whilst being sympathetic and considerate towards them.
  9. Will assist the training officer in the training of new staff.
  10. Be familiar and competent in the use of Pathology computer systems iLAB & iCM for patient test request entry.

  For further details please see attached JD&PS.

  Person Specification

  Knowledge and Experience

  Essential

  • Understanding of need for patient confidentiality
  • Proven knowledge of Health & Safety issues
  • Use of IT equipment
  • Proven knowledge of venepuncture

  Desirable

  • Phlebotomy skills
  • Proven Knowledge of all relevant Health & Safety legislation and its application to the Section

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • NVQ level 2 in related subject or equivalent demonstrable experience
  • Good basic numeracy and literacy skills

  Aptitude and Abilities

  Essential

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise work
  • Attention to detail
  • Accuracy
  • Time management skills
  • Manual dexterity, including fine manipulation for protracted periods of the day

  Desirable

  • Proven working proven knowledge of Patient Information Systems
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Proven working proven knowledge of ISOFT iLab & iCM laboratory information management systems

  Person Specification

  Knowledge and Experience

  Essential

  • Understanding of need for patient confidentiality
  • Proven knowledge of Health & Safety issues
  • Use of IT equipment
  • Proven knowledge of venepuncture

  Desirable

  • Phlebotomy skills
  • Proven Knowledge of all relevant Health & Safety legislation and its application to the Section

  Qualifications

  Essential

  • NVQ level 2 in related subject or equivalent demonstrable experience
  • Good basic numeracy and literacy skills

  Aptitude and Abilities

  Essential

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to prioritise work
  • Attention to detail
  • Accuracy
  • Time management skills
  • Manual dexterity, including fine manipulation for protracted periods of the day

  Desirable

  • Proven working proven knowledge of Patient Information Systems
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Proven working proven knowledge of ISOFT iLab & iCM laboratory information management systems

  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.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  Additional information

  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.

  Certificate of Sponsorship

  Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

  From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

  Employer details

  Employer name

  University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

  Address

  Derriford Hospital

  Derriford Road

  PLYMOUTH

  PL6 8DH

  
  

  Employer's website

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

  Employer details

  Employer name

  University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

  Address

  Derriford Hospital

  Derriford Road

  PLYMOUTH

  PL6 8DH

  
  

  Employer's website

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

• About the company

  National Health Service (NHS) is the umbrella term for the publicly-funded healthcare systems of the United Kingdom (UK). The founding principles were that services should be comprehensive, universal and free at the point of delivery—a health service based on clinical need, not ability to pay. Each service provides a comprehensive range of health services, free at the point of use for people ordinarily resident in the United Kingdom apart from dental treatment and optical care.

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