Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see job description and person specification for full details. To be part of the team responsible for the collection of blood samples by venepuncture or finger prick, from patients served by West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. To represent the West Suffolk Hospital Pathology Department and assist the department in achieving its quality objectives including feeding back on the needs of users. Communication with all patients of varying needs. Accurate identification of patient and labelling of samples. Requirement to perform phlebotomy duties at various locations to support the development of the phlebotomy service. Maintains records in relation to activities carried out. To cover the duties of other Phlebotomists on all sites, when on leave, or in the event of illness. To deputise for the Phlebotomy Manager. To work flexibly in respect of service needs which may include an extended working day and participation in the delivery of a 7 days per week service. The work of the service brings staff into contact with human body fluids, tissues and hazardous chemicals. This may include blood, pus, urine, faeces, and respiratory secretions.