Job summary We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and committed Phlebotomist to join our community phlebotomy service. The post holder will provide venepuncture to patients in their own home. This is a community based role which requires access to a suitable vehicle and a willingness to drive throughout Sheffield. Main duties of the job Undertake domiciliary visits to housebound patients to collect venous blood samples using agreed equipment as requested by appropriate health care professionals Undertake domiciliary visits to housebound patients to collect and test capillary blood samples using agreed equipment as part of the organisations anticoagulation monitoring service Perform clinical practice to the agreed standards and consistent with safe practice Prepare specimens for transport ensuring correct collection, labelling and stability Effectively prioritise visits in accordance with sample requirements, geographical location and sample collection times Understand the importance of patient consent to treatment issues and appropriate clinical practice Understand the importance of patient identification procedures and apply to clinical practice. Maintain privacy and dignity of all patients at all times Deliver specimens timely to the appropriate pick up points when required Report to the appropriate clinician (GP, district nurse etc) when there is concern for the health or wellbeing of the patient About us You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives. Date posted 04 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £24,169 a year pa/pro rata for part time staff Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 190-0144-DIR Job locations Northern General Hospital Sheffield S5 7AU Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. Person Specification Qualifications Essential 5 GCSE's (A/9-C/4) or equivalent experience/ qualifications NVQ level 2 in health and care or equivalent experience/ qualifications Trained in venepuncture with relevant certification Experience Essential Previous experience working with members of the public An understanding of the role of a community phlebotomist Desirable Able to interact with people who feel vulnerable or anxious Skilled in difficult venepuncture Special Skills / Aptitudes Essential Basic IT skills Self-motivation and ability to prioritise daily workload Ability to work to tight deadlines Ability to work as part of a team Flexible and sensitive and able to cope with the changing needs of the role Applicants must hold a full driving licence and have access to a car. Knowledge and commitment to Equal Opportunities Able to work unsupervised Desirable Experience of SystmOne Person Specification Qualifications Essential 5 GCSE's (A/9-C/4) or equivalent experience/ qualifications NVQ level 2 in health and care or equivalent experience/ qualifications Trained in venepuncture with relevant certification Experience Essential Previous experience working with members of the public An understanding of the role of a community phlebotomist Desirable Able to interact with people who feel vulnerable or anxious Skilled in difficult venepuncture Special Skills / Aptitudes Essential Basic IT skills Self-motivation and ability to prioritise daily workload Ability to work to tight deadlines Ability to work as part of a team Flexible and sensitive and able to cope with the changing needs of the role Applicants must hold a full driving licence and have access to a car. Knowledge and commitment to Equal Opportunities Able to work unsupervised Desirable Experience of SystmOne 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Northern General Hospital Sheffield S5 7AU Employer's website https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)