Phlebotomist

Job Summary

We are looking to recruit 1 part time Phlebotomist to be part of a wider Phlebotomy team at Royal Cornwall Hospital. This role will involve covering Inpatient Phlebotomy Service, Oncology and Haematology Clinics. To participate in the provision of a Phlebotomy Inpatient service to Wards and Outpatient Departments, based at Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro. The successful candidate must be able to start at 7am and work at weekends.

• Work under the direction of the Phlebotomy lead to provide a Phlebotomy service for hospital wards and clinics.
• Ensure observance of Trust policies in maintaining all service standards.
• Visit Wards and Outpatient Clinics to take venous blood samples from patients as requested by a Doctor or a member of nursing staff and in accordance with written procedures.
• Ensure responsibilities for the prevention and control of infection are fulfilled by following all Trust guidelines and protocols.
• Arrange delivery to the appropriate laboratories according to current Pathology policy.
• Undertake first line tests on blood samples in accordance with written procedures.
• Respect patient confidentiality and dignity.
• Work in accordance with the procedures and policies of the Trust, in particular Clinical Skills training package (Practice development) and Health and Safety.
• Relate to the Senior Phlebotomist on a regular basis to keep up to date and receive regular training.
• Supervise/train team members.

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people and employ approximately 6,700 staff with a budget of approximately £580 million. We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.

The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles. We are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally and to research and innovation.

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust is a research active organisation. The South West Clinical School in Cornwall exists to promote clinical academic career opportunities for nurses, midwives and allied health professionals interested in research and evidence-based activities. Further information can be found in their published research papers.

Date posted: 07 January 2026

Pay scheme:
Agenda for change | Band 2 | Salary £24,465 a year pa pro rata |

Contract:

Permanent | Working pattern:
Part-time

Reference number:  | Job locations:
Royal Cornwall Hospital, Trekiske, Truro, TR1 3LJ

Job responsibilities:

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• Identity Checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working; sponsorship may be available but is not guaranteed.

Essential

• Qualifications:
  
  GSEs or Equivalent in maths and English
• Skills and Experience:
  
  Previous healthcare experience
• Disposition:
  Positive attitude; ability to work under pressure; attention to detail; good communication skills

Desirable

• Excellent communication skills
• Venepuncture trained

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications.

Employer:

Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address:
Royal Cornwall Hospital, Trekiske, Truro, TR1 3LJ

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