Job summary
Cromer Group Practice is looking to welcome an experienced and qualified phlebotomist into our busy practice, to support our nursing team. This role is offered on a full-time basis of 37.5 hours per week, with the working pattern negotiable. Working under the direction of the lead nurse and as part of the practice multi-disciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

• Working strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols to assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care;
• Collecting samples of blood in accordance with training and procedures, ensuring correct storage, labelling, recording and efficient dispatching of samples;
• Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible, and confirming their agreement to the collection of a blood sample;
• Checking patient identification against GP or nurse request, and confirming with the patient whenever possible;
• Ensuring that anomalies are reported to a senior member of staff;
• Notifying the GP of any significant patient issues;
• Liaising with and assisting members of the administrative team.

About us
Cromer Group Practice is a coastal GP practice serving a patient population of 11,942. As a teaching practice, we are committed to supporting the development of future healthcare professionals and regularly host medical students as part of their clinical training. We strive to provide high-quality, patient-centred care while contributing to medical education and the future workforce of the NHS.

Details
Date posted: 19 October 2026
Salary: £12.75 to £13 a year
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 30083
Closing date: 30 October 2026

Person Specification
Qualifications

• Essential: Minimum of a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or equivalent qualification or experience;

Experience

• Essential: Relevant qualification and clinical knowledge and skills in venepuncture;
• Experience of working in a healthcare setting, ideally within primary care;
• Ability to record accurate clinical notes;
• Consistently confidential, compassionate and respectful approach, placing a high value on the dignity of patients, relatives, carers and colleagues;
• Ability to communicate effectively, and to understand the needs of the patient;
• Strength in problem-solving, with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required;
• Flexibility and an adaptable approach;
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

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: Primary Care Careers
Address: Mill Road, Cromer, Norfolk, NR27 0BG, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk/

For questions about the job, contact:
Recruitment Team, Cromer Group Practice
enquiries@eoeprimarycarecareers.nhs.uk
01206918760

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