Phlebotomist – Downend Health Group

Overview

We are looking for a friendly, reliable, enthusiastic and skilled phlebotomist to join our team (a part-time permanent role working 22 hours per week). Do you have a steady hand and a big heart? If the answer is yes, we need you!

Why join us...

  • Work within a large, established, supportive and forward-thinking practice across two modern sites, situated within ten minutes walking distance of each other
  • Become part of a friendly, multi-disciplinary team of over 100 colleagues
  • Make a real impact on the health and wellbeing of 28,500+ patients
  • Enjoy a collaborative environment where your contribution is genuinely valued
  • Two large scale social events each year
  • Practice recognition scheme
  • Small tokens of appreciation throughout the year

We are looking for someone who...

  • Has relevant phlebotomy training and experience
  • Can provide a vital role in supporting patient diagnosis, treatment and ongoing care
  • Demonstrates excellent patient care and communication skills
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage a busy workload, and adapt to changing priorities
  • Brings a positive and professional attitude everyday
  • Is a reliable and dependable team player

Our patients need someone who...

  • Puts them at ease
  • Communicates clearly, and with empathy
  • Builds trust and confidence
  • Performs venepuncture safely, efficiently and with minimal discomfort
  • Remains calm, patient and reassuring when they feel nervous or worried
  • Delivers a high-quality service in a busy environment
  • Treats everyone with dignity, respect, and compassion
  • Understands that a blood test is more than a clinical procedure it is an opportunity to provide a positive experience and contribute to their overall health care journey.

What you will be doing...

  • Delivering a high-quality phlebotomy service to a diverse patient population
  • Maintaining accurate patient records and ensuring all documentation is completed to the highest standard
  • Managing your appointments effectively and contributing to the smooth running of clinics
  • Working collaboratively with the wider practice team
  • Adhering to infection prevention and control procedures, health and safety requirements, and professional standards
  • Responding professionally to changing priorities and service demands while maintaining a calm, patient focused approach
  • Contributing to the continuous improvement of services, and helping to ensure our patients receive the best possible care and service.

Ready to join us...

If you are looking for a rewarding role and becoming part of a great team of people, then please apply.

What you need...

Qualifications

  • Training and competence in phlebotomy

Experience

  • Experience of Phlebotomy;
  • Experience of using EMIS Web;
  • Experience of Primary Care;
  • Willing to develop clinical skills and competency relevant to the role as full training will be given.

Personal Qualities & Attributes

  • An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality;
  • Commitment to ensuring equity of access to health care for all;
  • Ability to use own judgement, resourcefulness and common sense;
  • Be organised, reliable and dependable;
  • Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team;
  • Friendly and empathetic;
  • Able to work in a busy clinic setting;
  • Able to work in a changing environment;
  • Caring with a warm and friendly nature.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

 

The closing date: 28 June 2026

Applications sent to: bnssg.dhg-hr@nhs.net

No. of Vacancies
1
Job Nature
Permanent
Job Location
South Gloucestershire
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