To collect blood samples by both venepuncture and capillary methods where appropriate, for laboratory testing. Patients will include both inpatients and outpatients from the Trust and from General Practice and includes babies and young children where appropriate. To ensure that samples are placed in appropriate specimen containers as set out in instructions, and to carry out clear and accurate labelling of these samples. To ensure that all samples are of acceptable quality, taken from an appropriate vein, and collected in sufficient quantity. To ensure that all samples are delivered promptly to the specimen collection point or to Pathology Specimen Reception as appropriate. To inform Phlebotomist Supervisor(s) of any operational problems that are encountered. To work to the Trust standards concerning the control of hospital acquired infections and to ensure infection risks to patients is minimised. To follow standard operating procedures, health and safety policies and procedures and Trust policies where applicable. To maintain a clean and tidy environment whilst collecting blood samples on wards or in surgeries. To maintain blood collecting trays/trolleys, and work surfaces in the Blood Collecting Room in a clean and tidy condition. To collect samples from patients for paternity testing/DNA analysis as appropriate (Site dependent).