Phlebotomist

Are you looking for a phlebotomist position that prioritises work‑life balance, well‑being, and professional development in a friendly, well‑run, and innovative environment? If so, we'd love to hear from you!

Mendlesham Medical Group has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced or a newly qualified phlebotomist to join our team on a part‑time basis, for 17.5‑20 hours per week working Monday to Friday at our branch site in Bacton. Whether you're looking for full‑time or part‑time work, we'd love to discuss how you can fit into our thriving practice.

If you are an experienced phlebotomist looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.

• 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.

We are a two‑site dispensing rural practice with a stable patient population that offers the perfect blend of professional satisfaction and excellent quality of life.

• Work‑life balance and supportive culture
• Well‑structured clinical sessions to ensure fair patient contact
• Team well‑being is a priority, with a culture of support and collaboration
• Training practice supports GP registrars and medical students and provides mentorship opportunities
• Regular clinical and educational meetings fostering continuous learning and development
• Embracing digital innovation streamlines document workflow management and digital tools to reduce administrative burden
• High QOF achievement and dispensing practice benefits
• Rural setting with a good balance of deprivation and affluence, providing a rewarding and varied clinical caseload
• Work alongside GPs, nurse practitioners, paramedics, pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and a paramedic home‑visiting service
• A well‑run and supportive practice management team ensuring smooth operations
• A collaborative, friendly, and professional team environment that values everyone’s contributions

We encourage you to contact us if you would like to find out more information about this role.

• 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

• Minimum of a Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care, or equivalent qualification or experience
• Relevant qualification and clinical knowledge and skills in venepuncture

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.