Phlebotomist

Main area PHLEBOTOMY CPS Grade Band 2

Contract: Permanent: full time

Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Mon- Fri 08.45 - 17.00)

Job ref: 205-7076069

Employer: University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust

Employer type: NHS

Site: Leighton Hospital, Crewe, Cheshire CW1 4QJ

Salary: £23,615 pa pro rata

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 01/04/2025 23:59

Interview date: 03/04/2025

Job overview

Cheshire Phlebotomy Services - 7 day working pattern Monday-Sunday

37.5 hr post - Mon - Fri 08.45 - 17.00

Base site is: Leighton Hospital (including GP localities – direct access)

CDC is positioned at Victoria Infirmary, Northwich; other clinic locations are CWMH & Knutsford Community Hospital.

The successful applicant will be asked to cover at all service locations, should the business require it.

Current position available is:

1 x 37.5 Hours - positioned at Leighton Hospital, VIN and surrounding clinics, which include Knutsford Community Hospital and Congleton War Memorial Hospital.

Working pattern on a standard week: Monday-Friday 08.45 - 17.00 (occasional weekend sessions per month on a rota basis).

The aim of the advert is to seek a candidate to appoint these hours to.

The candidates must have a Full UK driving licence and have the use of a car for travel. This is an essential aspect of this role; if this can’t be met – candidates need not apply.

We do not offer Visa sponsorship against either of these positions. You are required to have the right to work in the UK, and evidence of this is essential.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is required for the collection of venous blood samples for pathological analysis.

The post holder will be required to work independently and as part of a team when required.

They will be asked to liaise with other health care professionals, clinicians, laboratory staff, patients and/or their representatives, both in person and over the telephone.

The role involves handling biological samples that may contain pathogenic micro-organisms; therefore, ensuring that all procedures are adhered to when undertaking blood sampling according to laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and the policies and procedures of the department, especially in relation to Health & Safety and Quality.

The post holder must be able to support the department in multiple venues when required.

The post holder must have access to a roadworthy vehicle and a clean Full UK driving licence. Your car insurance should include business cover.

Use of a vehicle and a UK driving licence is an essential aspect of the role; therefore, please do not apply if you do not meet the essential criteria.

We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 positions; please ensure your Visa indicates you have the right to work in the UK.

This is an interesting and important job; previous experience in this field is not essential as full training is given.

Person specification

ESSENTIAL

• FULL UK DRIVING LICENCE
• RIGHT TO WORK IN UK - NO SPONSORSHIP PROVIDED

DESIRABLE

• PHLEBOTOMY EXPERIENCE

Important information about your application

• All correspondence will be sent to you via the email address you applied from. Please ensure you check your emails regularly.
• References - please ensure you provide email addresses for all referees for the last three years of employment.
• We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from everyone regardless of ethnicity, disability, gender, age, faith or sexual orientation. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
• Flexible working will be considered in line with Trust policies.
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University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust (UHNM) has been awarded the Gold Award for proudly supporting those who serve. We actively encourage applications from the Armed Forces community.

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If you would like support completing an application form, please contact the recruitment department on 01782 675533 where one of our trained assistants will be able to help.

At UHNM we are fortunate to receive a high volume of applications for many of our roles; on this occasion, we reserve the right to close any advert early, therefore please apply without delay!

If you obtained your qualifications overseas, you will be required to provide an official government translation through ECCTIS (formerly known as NARIC). Please note, this is in addition to any professional registration requirements and not a replacement for your qualifications.

If you are currently in the UK on a visa, you must have at least six months remaining on your visa at the time of application to ensure sufficient time for the recruitment and training process associated with the role. The requirement of at least six months remaining on your visa does not apply to a Skilled Worker Visa, as a new Skilled Worker Visa would be required for a new role.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name: Donna George

Job title: Manager

Email address: donna.george@uhnm.nhs.uk

Telephone number: 01270273592

Additional information: 01270 273592 - Jeaney James - Deputy Phlebotomy Manager