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 Department within the South Sector of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.

The department provides a venepuncture service on behalf of all services within the Acute Division, supporting the timely diagnosis and treatment of patients.

This role is ideal for an individual with good communication and organisational skills who is committed to delivering a high-quality patient-focused service.

Band 2 roles are not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker or Health and Care Worker visa routes.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• This is a permanent post working part time hours, 20 hours per week
• These hours will be worked between 7:00 am and 11:00 am, 5 days out of 7, worked on a monthly rota
• You will be based at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital
• Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.

Key Responsibilities

As part of the Phlebotomy Department, you will be responsible for delivering a high-quality venepuncture service to wards across the Acute Division.

You will ensure blood specimens are collected and delivered to the laboratories within agreed target times, supporting the effective delivery of diagnostic services.

The role requires a professional approach, excellent time management and the ability to work efficiently while maintaining high standards of patient care.

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

• Good standard of general education.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Phlebotomy/venepuncture experience is desirable.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a busy clinical environment.
• Commitment to delivering a high-quality patient-centred service.

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:Christine McAuley Phlebotomy Lead on 0141 452 3268 or ***email_hidden***

Information for candidates

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various” , we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community . We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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