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The New Surgery, CheshamChesham

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The New Surgery, Chesham Phlebotomist

The closing date is 06 November 2026

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Job summary

We are looking for an experienced, caring phlebotomist to join our friendly team. The position is for 9 hours a week, worked over 3 mornings, Tues/Weds/Thurs from 9am to 12pm.

Ideally you will have experience of working in a primary care setting.

Main duties of the job

You will need to be able take blood samples professionally and efficiently, ensuring that the patient experiences minimal discomfort. You will follow strict practice protocols ensuring correct procedures are followed to ensure consent is obtained, samples are taken safely using aseptic techniques and are labelled and dealt with correctly.

We are looking for someone who is friendly and approachable with an excellent patient facing manner. You will also need to be a professional and flexible team player.

About us

We are an EMIS practice providing care for approximately 11,000 patients. We are based in Chesham in a modern purpose-built premises with ample on-site parking.

We are a partnership-based training practice with six partners. We have a strong clinical team comprising of a salaried GP, GP trainee and our nursing team (including an ANP, Practice Nurses, Nursing Associate, HCA and GP Assistant). We also have a Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, Physio and Social Prescriber. The clinical teams are supported by our excellent administrative and reception teams.

Details

Date posted

30 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A4961-26-0006

Job locations

The New Surgery

Berkhampstead Road

Chesham

Buckinghamshire

HP5 3EZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities

a. To check the identity of the patient, ensure that any special instructions have been followed (eg period of fasting) and to obtain patient consent for the collection of a blood sample

b. To take venous blood in accordance with practice protocols, ensuring adherence to aseptic techniques and ensuring minimum pain and discomfort to the patient

c. Maintaining accurate patient records on EMIS

d. The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples

e. Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies

f. Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner

g. Maintaining an effective liaison with the laboratory staff at BHT

h. Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Phlebotomist may be requested to:

a. Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead

b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

c. Support and participate in shared learning within the practice

d. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the duty rota