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Posted 28 day(s) ago
Reference: A5355-26-0009
Job summary
The Bank Phlebotomist will provide a safe, effective and high-quality phlebotomy service for patients across Shrewsbury Primary Care Network (PCN). The post holder will primarily be based at the Shrewsbury Health Hub (Severn Fields Health Village, Shrewsbury, SY1 4RQ), but may be required to work across our member GP practices and support extended access services according to operational need.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for undertaking venepuncture procedures, processing pathology samples, maintaining accurate patient records and supporting the smooth operations of phlebotomy clinics.
About us
Shrewsbury PCN is a group of 11 GP practices working together to support just over 104,000 people living in and around Shrewsbury, Shropshire.
Our main aims are:
- To address our wider population health needs and health inequalities.
- To ensure patients have access to a larger range of professional groups to aid health issues.
- To support clinical decision making.
- To make the best use of data and technology available to us.
- To work together more effectively.
Details
Date posted
27 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£14.66 an hour (This pay includes annual leave allowance)
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
A5355-26-0009
Job locations
Morgan Place
Anchorage Avenue, Shrewsbury Business Park
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6FG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties
- Undertake venepuncture procedures for adults and paediatric patients.
- Perform blood collection procedures on patients with difficult venous access where competent to do so.
- Ensure all specimens are collected, labelled and handled in accordance with local protocols and pathology requirements.
- Maintain patient dignity, privacy and confidentiality at all times.
- Escalate clinical concerns appropriately.
Administrative Duties
- Record consultations and activities within EMIS.
- Use other systems including Accurx and TQuest as required.
- Label, prepare and process pathology samples.
- Support appointment management and clinic schedules.
- Maintain stock levels and consumables.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties
- Undertake venepuncture procedures for adults and paediatric patients.
- Perform blood collection procedures on patients with difficult venous access where competent to do so.
- Ensure all specimens are collected, labelled and handled in accordance with local protocols and pathology requirements.
- Maintain patient dignity, privacy and confidentiality at all times.
- Escalate clinical concerns appropriately.
Administrative Duties
- Record consultations and activities within EMIS.
- Use other systems including Accurx and TQuest as required.
- Label, prepare and process pathology samples.
- Support appointment management and clinic schedules.
- Maintain stock levels and consumables.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a Phlebotomist
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP practice
IT Skills
Essential
- Ability to use clinical systems
Desirable
- Experience of EMIS, Accurx and TQuest
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Competent venepuncture skills including difficult bleeds
Desirable
- Paediatric venepuncture experience
Other
Essential
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Desirable
- Ability to support extended hours services
Qualifications
Essential
- Accredited Phlebotomy Training Certificate
Desirable
- Care Certificate
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a Phlebotomist
Desirable
- Experience of working in a GP practice
IT Skills
Essential
- Ability to use clinical systems
Desirable
- Experience of EMIS, Accurx and TQuest
Clinical Skills
Essential
- Competent venepuncture skills including difficult bleeds
Desirable
- Paediatric venepuncture experience
Other
Essential
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Desirable
- Ability to support extended hours services
Qualifications
Essential
- Accredited Phlebotomy Training Certificate
Desirable
- Care Certificate
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
Shrewsbury Primary Care Network
Address
Morgan Place
Anchorage Avenue, Shrewsbury Business Park
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6FG
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Shrewsbury Primary Care Network
Address
Morgan Place
Anchorage Avenue, Shrewsbury Business Park
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6FG
United Kingdom