Job summary
- Main area
- Phlebotomy / Pathology
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 17.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 279-7230642-MAY25
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Worthing Hospital
- Town
- Worthing
- Salary
- £24,169 - £25,674 (Band 2 trainee position will also be considered)
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 15/06/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Senior Phlebotomist
Band 3
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 always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and 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 always put the Patient First. 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, 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.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
Applications are invited from motivated, enthusiastic individuals for the above post at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. Your duties as a Senior Phlebotomist will be based at Worthing & Southlands Hospitals covering wards, adult & paediatric outpatients and associated clinics. You may also be required to work at St Richards Hospital depending on the needs of the service.
Experience / knowledge of venepuncture techniques desirable.
We are willing to consider for Band 2 Trainee position for suitable candidate.
The ability to work a varied shift pattern is required and this will include occasional Bank Holiday sessions or additional weekend duties.
Monday to Sunday from 07.00 until 17.00
Main duties of the job
Through the collection of blood samples from patients, to assist the workforce of Pathology in providing a specialised, diagnostic service contributing to the clinical care of the patient, to enable diagnosis and subsequent monitoring of the effectiveness of treatment given.
Using skills gained through the Phlebotomy training scheme, the individual will be expected to develop judgement and utilise learnt specialist skills and scientific knowledge to assist in the provision of a high quality and timely Phlebotomy service.
The Phlebotomy service covers all areas of the Trust including satellite units such as Children’s Assessment unit / Paediatrics Outpatients Department
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. 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, 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.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Having received the necessary Phlebotomy training and achieved an appropriate level of competence, to take blood samples from patients, under supervision, which will assist in the provision of routine analysis of specimens within Pathology in accordance with laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and Phlebotomy training manual.
To maintain high standards of safety ensuring the Health & Safety of self, other staff, patients, and visitors to the laboratory.
To perform phlebotomy ensuring minimal distress and discomfort to patients always.
To ensure high standards of accuracy when recording, transcribing, and checking patient demographics in particular the labelling of blood tubes.
To seek advice from senior staff in response to patient enquiries and offer appropriate guidance strictly according to departmental policies.
To actively participate in team meetings and to inform effectively both verbally and at hand-over.
To communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and carers to obtain consent for venepuncture to take place.
Person specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential criteria
- GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at grade C / level 5 or above.
Desirable criteria
- Certificate in Phlebotomy/training records
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Extensive knowledge working within an NHS enviroment.
Desirable criteria
- Anatomy and Physiology relevant to phlebotomy.
- Minimum of 1 years Phlebotomy experience working within an inpatient/outpatient environment
Information resources /IT
Essential criteria
- Experience using Pathology IT Systems ICE, and patient booking system.
- Proficient and accurate computer skills including data entry and word processing
- Knowledge of data protection, data quality and patient confidentiality
Equality Diversity and 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.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Paul Glover
- Job title
- Deputy Support Services Manager
- Email address
- paul.glover@nhs.net
- Telephone number
- 01903 205111
- Additional information
01903 205111 (Ext. 84561)
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