Community Phlebotomist

NHS

  • Swindon
  • £23,875-24,380 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 hours ago
Community Phlebotomist - Grade 2Swindon North Neighbourhood Team37.5 Hours Per Week PermanentAre you passionate about patient care and looking to make a meaningful impact in your local community? Were seeking a dedicated and compassionate Community Phlebotomist to join our friendly and supportive Swindon Community Team.As a key member of our team, youll provide a high-quality venepuncture service to adult patients across the community. Youll work independently, visiting patients in their homes or designated clinics, ensuring samples are collected safely, efficiently, and with a reassuring bedside manner.Main duties of the jobThis post is responsible for
  • Entering patients details accurately on the phlebotomy SystmOne
  • Checking patient demographics as per HCRG Policy, prior to procedure, ensuring request forms are completed accurately.
  • Explain procedure and put Patient at ease, thus gaining implied consent.
  • Perform venepuncture using protocols as stated in the phlebotomy policy.
  • Ensure blood samples are accurately labelled with patient identifiable demographics as per HCRG policy.
  • Ensure laboratries are provided with timely, high quality blood specimens taken in tubes that are appropriate for the tests requested.
  • Ensure patient has recovered sufficiently before leaving the patients home.
About usAbout the CompanyWe change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006, we are one of the UKs leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2DetailsDate posted03 September 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£23,875 to £24,380 a yearContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference numberHCRGCG/TP/111228/16823Job locationsHCRG Care GroupSwindonWiltshireSN25 4ANJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesp style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;"
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Salary range of £23,875 - £24,380 pro rata with group pension
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Professional Growth: Join our Strive for Better networks, connecting with professionals nationwide to develop and share best practices.
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Exclusive Rewards: Access discounts and offers at leading supermarkets, retailers, and experience providers through our Reward Gateway.
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Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, including counselling, career coaching, and legal advice.
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Flexible Pay Options: Track earnings and access wages through Wagestream, providing financial flexibility.
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Learning & Development: Enhance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities.
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