Phlebotomist

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

An opportunity has arisen to join the Phlebotomy Service covering inpatient wards within the Clyde Sector.

The post holder will work as part of a team providing a venepuncture service for all specialities within both RAH and IRH sites. You will work to ensure target times are met and adhered to for the prompt delivery of blood samples to the laboratories.

Ability and willingness to travel between both RAH and IRH sites frequently is essential for this post.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Permanent, Part-time

There are 1 x 15hr and 1 x 20hr posts available, though variable hours may be considered

Base location - Royal Alexandra Hospital

Shift Pattern - Monday to Sunday 5-hour shifts

Key responsibilities:

• Collect blood samples via venepuncture as requested by medical staff.

• Ensure accurate cross‑matching, correct patient identification and proper labelling of all samples and documentation.

• Follow all relevant procedures and divisional policies, including infection control, health and safety and incident reporting.

• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

• Communicate effectively with phlebotomy team leaders and ward clinical staff throughout the day.

• Provide cover for colleagues during leave or sickness.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• The post holder will be educated to standard grade level or have an equivalent level of experience
• The post holder will possess excellent communication, team-working and time management skills.
• Reliability and self-motivation

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact:
Anna Smith, Phlebotomy Manager, Clyde - Anna.Smith3@nhs.scot - 01413147230

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