Job summary Working under the direct supervision of the Practice Nurse Phlebotomy Lead and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the phlebotomist will work within a team of experienced staff who provide phlebotomy services under a locally commissioned service at both Beccles Medical Centre and Cutlers Hill Surgery. Main duties of the job Obtain blood samples from patients in support of laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Perform a variety of routine blood drawing procedures, to include venepuncture, using standard equipment. Participate in the delivery of new warfarin monitoring service under the supervision of other clinicians. Interact directly with patient to obtain information for laboratory records, explain procedures, allay fears, and elicit cooperation. Ensure that the patient is comfortable and as relaxed as possible and confirm their agreement to collection of a blood sample. Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity Check patient identification against System 1 records Record collection of blood sample in the patients record using correct templates Ensure samples are stored appropriately Ensure samples are picked up by laboratory in a timely fashion Ensure that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff Notify the GP/Relevant clinician of any significant patients issues Managing and using equipment safely and in accordance with agreed procedures in place. About us Beccles Medical Centre is an established GP surgery, in the Suffolk market-town of Beccles. The Practice has a list size of approximately 20,000 patients. We have 4 Partners, and just over 100 additional staff. We are a GP Training practice and also host other students studying at the nearby University of East Anglia. We work very closely with our PCN. Our mission is to provide high quality healthcare with respect and compassion, ensuring that the patients are at the heart of everything we do Details Date posted 13 May 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £13.31 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number A0060-25-0002 Job locations St. Marys Road Beccles Suffolk NR34 9NX Job description Job responsibilities DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Obtain blood samples from patients in support of laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Perform a variety of routine blood drawing procedures, to include venepuncture, using standard equipment. Participate in the delivery of new warfarin monitoring service under the supervision of other clinicians. Interact directly with patient to obtain information for laboratory records, explain procedures, allay fears, and elicit cooperation. Ensure that the patient is comfortable and as relaxed as possible and confirm their agreement to collection of a blood sample. Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity Check patient identification against System 1 records Record collection of blood sample in the patients record using correct templates Ensure samples are stored appropriately Ensure samples are picked up by laboratory in a timely fashion Ensure that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff Notify the GP/Relevant clinician of any significant patients issues Managing and using equipment safely and in accordance with agreed procedures in place. COMMUNICATION SKILLS The post holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly POLICY & SERVICE RESPONSIBILITY The post holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, including: An annual individual performance review Mandatory training as set out and agreed by Beccles Medical Centre Agreed training that is essential to the role. They will also ensure that will adhere to practice policies and follow procedures in place. Raising concerns or updates as necessary. 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 convictions. ADMINISTRATIVE / MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Working within System 1 and managing administration for the role as required. No managerial responsibility. QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE Relevant qualification in Venepuncture (Essential) GCSE Grade c or above in Maths or English (or equivalent grades will be accepted.) (Essential) Experience in working in a Primary Care environment using System One (Desirable) Job description Job responsibilities DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Obtain blood samples from patients in support of laboratory procedures used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Perform a variety of routine blood drawing procedures, to include venepuncture, using standard equipment. Participate in the delivery of new warfarin monitoring service under the supervision of other clinicians. Interact directly with patient to obtain information for laboratory records, explain procedures, allay fears, and elicit cooperation. Ensure that the patient is comfortable and as relaxed as possible and confirm their agreement to collection of a blood sample. Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity Check patient identification against System 1 records Record collection of blood sample in the patients record using correct templates Ensure samples are stored appropriately Ensure samples are picked up by laboratory in a timely fashion Ensure that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff Notify the GP/Relevant clinician of any significant patients issues Managing and using equipment safely and in accordance with agreed procedures in place. COMMUNICATION SKILLS The post holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly POLICY & SERVICE RESPONSIBILITY The post holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, including: An annual individual performance review Mandatory training as set out and agreed by Beccles Medical Centre Agreed training that is essential to the role. They will also ensure that will adhere to practice policies and follow procedures in place. Raising concerns or updates as necessary. 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 convictions. ADMINISTRATIVE / MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Working within System 1 and managing administration for the role as required. No managerial responsibility. QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE Relevant qualification in Venepuncture (Essential) GCSE Grade c or above in Maths or English (or equivalent grades will be accepted.) (Essential) Experience in working in a Primary Care environment using System One (Desirable) Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant qualification in Venepuncture GCSE Grade c or above in Maths or English (or equivalent grades will be accepted.) Desirable Experience in working in a Primary Care environment using System One Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant qualification in Venepuncture GCSE Grade c or above in Maths or English (or equivalent grades will be accepted.) Desirable Experience in working in a Primary Care environment using System One 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 details Employer name Beccles Medical Centre Address St. Marys Road Beccles Suffolk NR34 9NX Employer's website https://www.becclesmedical.co.uk (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Beccles Medical Centre Address St. Marys Road Beccles Suffolk NR34 9NX Employer's website https://www.becclesmedical.co.uk (Opens in a new tab). Location : St. Marys Road, NR34 9NX Beccles, Suffolk, United Kingdom