BANK Phlebotomist
The closing date is 01 September 2026
The phlebotomy service at Waters Green Medical Centre is a busy and dynamic service.
We are looking for bank staff to join our friendly and supportive team based at Waters Green Medical Centre in Macclesfield.
You will have flexible availability to cover both planned and short term absences.
Weekday sessions Monday-Friday 7.45am-3.30pm (flexibility available with session times). Saturday am 8.30-12.30 (weekend hours attract an enhanced rate of pay).
The post holder will contribute to high quality, patient-centred services by taking and preparing blood samples for collection laboratory testing.
Previous experience of working in a busy phlebotomy service is essential.
Main duties of the job
- Undertake venepuncture to provide a timely, safe service and a high quality patient experience.
- Collection of sample(s) in accordance with training and procedures.
- Ensuring samples are stored in appropriate containers, with accurate, legible labelling and in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control.
About us
Vernova Healthcare CIC is a Social Enterprise healthcare service provider owned by GPs in East Cheshire.
As a community interest company (CIC) it operates on a strictly not-for-profit basis, and any surpluses from services provided must be re-invested for the benefit of the people of East Cheshire.
Vernova is an employing authority for the NHS Pension Scheme. We offer a supportive and pleasant working environment alongside a competitive salary.
We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date should sufficient numbers of applications be received.
We would therefore encourage early submission of applications. Previous applicants need not apply. Please ensure you are able to meet the essential criteria in the person specification before submitting your application.
Job responsibilities
Vernova Healthcare Community Interest Company (CIC) is a Social Enterprise healthcare service provider owned by GPs in East Cheshire. As a community interest company (CIC) it operates on a strictly not-for-profit basis, and any surpluses from services provided must be re-invested for the benefit of the people of East Cheshire.
ROLE OVERVIEW
The post holder will contribute to high quality, patient-centred services by taking and preparing blood samples for collection laboratory testing.
CLINICAL CARE
To undertake venepuncture at the request of GPs and Consultants in order to provide a timely, safe service and a high quality patient experience.
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) 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 organisational 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 responsible GP practice of any significant patient issues.
Liaising with and assisting members of the administrative team.
To maintain high standards of infection prevention and control in all work undertaken in order to ensure a safe service for patients.
To actively participate in the audit of standards (e.g. hand hygiene, sharps safety) in order to support high standards of safety and quality.
CLINIC ORGANISATION
To contribute to maintain the system of stock control for phlebotomy consumables and to re requisition goods in order to ensure that all clinics have appropriate quantities of the correct consumables.
To develop a checklist for clinic rooms and to undertake regular audits of facilities and equipment in order to ensure that the accommodation is appropriate for the services provided.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Please see Job Description & Person Specification for more information
- Please see Job Description & Person Specification for more 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.
Employer name
Vernova Healthcare Community Interest Company
Contact Details:
Vernova Healthcare Community Interest Company Recruitment Team
