Woodcote Medical
Phlebotomist

Closing date: 31 October 2026

Job summary
We are looking for a friendly, experienced and confident Phlebotomist to join our supportive and welcoming GP practice for 21.25 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 7.45am - 12pm)

Main duties of the job
This is an important patient-facing role within our clinical team. You will be responsible for providing safe, efficient and compassionate phlebotomy services to our patients, ensuring they have a positive and reassuring experience throughout their appointment.

Experience of working in a GP Surgery is essential.

About us
Woodcote Medical is a well-established suburban practice with approx. 18,000 patients across two locations in Purley and Coulsdon. Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs, Clinical Pharmacists, ANPs, a Paramedic, Nurses, HCAs, First Contact Physios, and a large administrative and patient services team.

Salary: £13 to £14 an hour
Contract: Fixed term, 365 days
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: A3389-26-0015

Key Responsibilities

• Perform phlebotomy safely, confidently and efficiently
• Collect blood samples for a range of laboratory investigations
• Accurately identify, label and handle patient samples in accordance with practice and laboratory procedures
• Follow all relevant infection prevention and control procedures
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records
• Provide a calm, professional and reassuring experience, particularly for patients who may be anxious or nervous about having blood taken
• Maintain a clean, safe and well-organised clinical environment
• Work effectively as part of the wider multidisciplinary practice team.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 7:45am to 12:00pm

The role involves working within 5-minute appointment slots, so confidence, efficiency and excellent practical skills are essential.

The successful candidate will also need to be flexible to work across our Purley and Coulsdon surgery sites.

Essential

• Experience in phlebotomy
• Experience working in a GP practice

Desirable

• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Is professional, friendly and genuinely patient-focused
• Has a calm, reassuring and empathetic manner
• Is reliable, organised and able to work independently
• Has excellent attention to detail when handling, labelling and documenting samples
• Understands the importance of infection prevention, clinical governance and patient safety
• Is adaptable and willing to work across both practice locations.

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: Woodcote Medical
Address: 32 Foxley Lane, Purley, Surrey, CR8 3EE, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

For questions about the job, contact: Deborah Roberts, Business Manager, swlicb.woodcote.managers@nhs.net

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