Due to an increase in the demand for Phlebotomy appointments Walnut Tree Health Centre are looking to employ a phlebotomist to undertake ad-hoc clinics as a bank member of staff.Main duties of the jobThe 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 usWalnut Tree Health Centre is a very friendly, busy GP Surgery based in Walnut Tree, Milton Keynes and serves a population of approx. 14,500 patients with a mixed demographic. We are a training practice. We have a great relationship with our PCN and are committed to developing the services we can offer our patients. We value work life balance.We are currently a team of 3 GP Partners and 3 salaried GPs. In addition to PCN roles we have our own very experienced multi-disciplinary team comprising:
Prescribing Nurse Practitioner and Paramedic
Practice nursing team including chronic disease management, health screening and treatment room services
Prescribing pharmacist
A management and admin team providing comprehensive care and support
Variety of trainees including F2, ST1/2&3 and student nurse
DetailsDate posted27 August 2025Pay schemeOtherSalaryDepending on experienceContractBankWorking patternFlexible workingReference numberA4609-25-0002Job locations2 Blackberry CourtWalnut TreeMilton KeynesMK7 7PBJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob responsibilitiesDuties and Responsibilities:
Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and confirming their agreement to the collection of a blood sample
Collection of sample(s)s of blood in accordance with training and procedures
Ensuring samples are stored in appropriate containers
Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity
Checking patient identification against GP/Nurse request and confirming with patient whenever possible
Recording collection of blood sample in patient record in accordance with practice procedure
Ensuring that samples are dispatched to the appropriate laboratories in a timely fashion.
Ensuring that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff
Notifying the GP/Nurse of any significant patient issues
Liaising with and assisting members of the administrative team
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob responsibilitiesDuties and Responsibilities:
Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and confirming their agreement to the collection of a blood sample
Collection of sample(s)s of blood in accordance with training and procedures
Ensuring samples are stored in appropriate containers
Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity
Checking patient identification against GP/Nurse request and confirming with patient whenever possible
Recording collection of blood sample in patient record in accordance with practice procedure
Ensuring that samples are dispatched to the appropriate laboratories in a timely fashion.
Ensuring that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff
Notifying the GP/Nurse of any significant patient issues
Liaising with and assisting members of the administrative team
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
Relevant Phlebotomy Certification
SystmOne user skills
Experience of working with the general public
Experience of working in a Health Care Setting.
Desirable
6 months continuous practice experience in Venepuncture.
Polite and confident.
Flexible and cooperative.
Motivated.
Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required.
High levels of integrity and loyalty.
Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations.
Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations.
Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient.
Effectively utilises resources.
Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort.
Effective time management (Planning & Organising).
Ability to work as a team member and autonomously.
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure.
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
Relevant Phlebotomy Certification
SystmOne user skills
Experience of working with the general public
Experience of working in a Health Care Setting.
Desirable
6 months continuous practice experience in Venepuncture.
Polite and confident.
Flexible and cooperative.
Motivated.
Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required.
High levels of integrity and loyalty.
Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations.
Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations.
Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient.
Effectively utilises resources.
Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort.
Effective time management (Planning & Organising).
Ability to work as a team member and autonomously.
