Phlebotomist

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Phlebotomist

The closing date is 18 October 2026

Job summary

Would you like to be part of a vital service taking blood samples for patients both in hospital and out in the community?

The Phlebotomy Department is seeking responsible and enthusiastic individuals to work as Phlebotomists to work on the Blackpool Teaching Hospital wards, ED, clinics, outpatients and in patients homes across Fylde and Wyre. This is an exciting opportunity to broaden your experience and learn new skills in this interesting role. You will be required to perform venepuncture and must have a valid driving license and own vehicle.

Applicants need to be able and willing to start work at 07:30 am and weekends on rotation.

Please note - This vacancy will close earlier if enough applications are received.

Main duties of the job

Taking blood samples (performing venepuncture) from patients on hospital wards, outpatient clinics and in the Community, which are then transported for analysis at Blackpool Victoria Hospital Pathology Department.

Particular qualities we are looking for include:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills with a polite and courteous manner towards patients and relatives.
• A passion for delivering excellent results and an eye for detail
• Good hand to eye coordination
• Ability to work under pressure, as part of a team as well as organising your own workload.
• Able to adhere strictly to established protocols and Trust policies
• Have excellent work attendance and good time-keeping
• Provide a caring and professional service for users
• Maintain high standards of professional appearance
• Enthusiasm, determination and a positive, can-do attitude
• Willingness to work flexibility
• Willingness to work at short notice

You will need basic computer skills and be able to meet the physical demands of the job which include standing, bending, walking and have a full driving licence.

Previous hospital or community phlebotomy experience is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided to ensure you have the skills required to fulfil the position.

Applicants who present a professional appearance and caring attitude and who put patients at the heart of what they do are actively encouraged to apply.

About us

This post is part of the local phlebotomy service, to provide venepuncture both within the acute hospital and Community on the Fylde coast.

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is situated on the west coast of Lancashire, and offers a full range of district hospital services and community health services to a population of 1.6 million in Lancashire and South Cumbria. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology services across the wider region.

Details

Date posted

07 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year pa pro rata per anum

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

382-BANK38-26

Job locations

Blackpool Teaching Hospital
Whinney Heys Rd
Blackpool
FY3 8NR
United Kingdom

Employer details

Employer name

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blackpool Teaching Hospital
Whinney Heys Rd
Blackpool
FY3 8NR
United Kingdom

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Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

ADAS and Phlebotomy Service lead

Leanne Cross

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