Job summary
- Main area
- Phlebotomy
- Grade
- Band 2
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time
- Other
- Job ref
- 279-7724457-FEB26
- Employer
- University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Princess Royal Hospital
- Town
- Haywards Heath
- Salary
- £24,465 Per annum pro-rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 18/02/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Phlebotomist
Band 2
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
As part of our commitment to access for all, please see the different ways you can access the application form: https://apps.trac.jobs/accessibility?_ts=1
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
We currently have vacancies for a part-time phlebotomists to work alongside our existing team at the Princess Royal Hospital, Haywards Heath. You will be providing a valuable service throughout the hospital, taking blood samples from hospital in-patients and out-patients.
Experience would be preferred but not essential as full training is provided. Please note the successful candidate will be expected undertake venepuncture on children as well as adults after full training and assessment.
Applicants who declared they have phlebotomy experience will be requested for evidence if shortlisted for interview
Main duties of the job
This post involves the taking of blood samples from patients in wards and clinics, providing reception/telephone duties as and when required.
Successful candidates will be based at the Royal Sussex site however at times you may be expected to cover other locations where the phlebotomy service is provided.
The phlebotomy department is open from 7.00 to 17.00. The hours for this role are 24 per week worked on a roster including weekend working
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex
Candidate information pack - University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.
If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.
- To assess patients presenting for blood tests as per the indications and contra-indications for the practice of venepuncture.
- To confirm patient’s details and identity.
- To take blood samples from patients, exercising care and attention.
- To accurately label sample bottles in accordance with SOPs.
- To transport samples safely and securely to the laboratory whenever required.
- To implement initial dispatch to the laboratory for those samples requiring urgent/immediate attention.
- To deal with patients, their relatives, and other staff in a courteous and sympathetic manner, in person and by telephone.
- To undertake duties using established work systems and new systems as introduced, and to undergo training in their correct use.
- To record accurately numbers of patients bled in outpatients, wards and other locations
Please see job description & person specs for full details.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- GCSE or equivalent in Mathematics and English
- Computer Literate, IT and keyboard skills
Desirable criteria
- Certification in venepuncture or willingness to work towards
- Previous experience in the NHS
Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to work accurately and quickly in an organised manner with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken English
- Adaptable and flexible to change and service improvements.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
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.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Pathology Support Services Management Team
- Job title
- Pathology Support Services Management Team
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01444 441881
- Additional information
For further queries please contact Lucy Turner - Phlebotomy Team Leader - [email protected] or ext 68320
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