About this role
Job summary
We are looking to recruit a motivated and committed Phlebotomist to join our friendly and supportive team.
The post is for 7.5 hours, 8am to 4.30pm on a Friday.
You will be working alongside our existing Practice Nurses and GP Assistants but be confident and skilled enough to work alone.
Experience of dressings, health checks, performing ECG's, and assisting in minor surgery sessions would be desirable, although we can offer training.
Ability to perform venepuncture is essential.
You will be a team player, able to prioritise your workload and remain calm under pressure.
If you are a well organised person who thrives in a busy working environment, where no two days are the same, then we would love to hear from you.
We are hoping to interview on 29th July 2026.
Main duties of the job
Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood samples Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols Maintaining accurate patient records on Emis web The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters Adhering to the practices Infection, Prevention and Control policy
About us
Colliery Court Medical Group is a well-established, supportive, forward thinking, GMS practice in Boldon Colliery. Located approximately 5 miles east of Newcastle, with easy access to the A1, A19 and Tyne Tunnel.
About us:
List size of approx. 8,400 patients
Supportive clinical team including 5 Salaried GPs, 2 Nurse Practitioners, 2 Practice Nurses, 2 GP Assistants, 1 Healthcare Assistant and a Pharmacist.
Experienced and friendly management/admin/reception team
Teaching practice with opportunities for clinicians to participate in the teaching of GPRs, Medical and Nursing students
Above average earnings
EMIS Web system supported by Ardens, AccuRX, footfall and eConsult
High QOF achievement
Consistently high patient satisfaction
Good CQC rating
Active members of the local primary care network
Job description Job responsibilities
Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood samples. Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols. Maintaining accurate patient records on Emis web. The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples. Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner. Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters. Adhering to the practices Infection, Prevention and Control policy. Act as a chaperone where required. Prepare and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions. Give accurate and appropriate information to patients and groups within own competence. The above list of duties is not exhaustive and may be subject to change as deemed necessary.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Educated to GCSE Level or equivalent. Completion of health care certificate. Demonstrated skills and experience in phlebotomy.
Experience Essential
Phlebotomy. Experience of working in a healthcare environment. Experience of working with the general public. Provision of health care advice and information. Understanding of medical terminology Knowledge of the NHS and its service provision Knowledge of day to day health issues Ability to record accurate clinical notes Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to seek support Excellent communication skills (written and oral) Strong IT skills Effective time management (planning and organising) Ability to work as a team member and autonomously Good interpersonal skills Problem solving and analytical skills Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure Polite and confident Flexible and cooperative Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient Commitment to ongoing professional development.
Desirable
Experience using EMIS Web Experience within Primary Care/General Practice Experience dealing with a range of clinical conditions Chaperone procedure Immunisations Ability to effectively support with basic wound care ECGs
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 Colliery Court Medical Group
Address Gibson Court
Boldon Colliery
Tyne And Wear
NE35 9AN
United Kingdom
Employer's website http://collierycourt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)