Phlebotomy Team Leader | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Team Leader Phlebotomist to join Lymington Hospital, part of University Hospitals Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.

This role provides day‑to‑day leadership and clinical support to the phlebotomy team, ensuring the delivery of safe, high‑quality, and patient‑focused services within a community hospital setting. The post holder will lead by example, supporting staff development, maintaining service standards, and promoting a positive team culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and clinical oversight for the phlebotomy service at Lymington Hospital, ensuring safe, high‑quality, patient‑focused care.
• Support, supervise, and develop the phlebotomy team while maintaining efficient day‑to‑day service delivery.
• Work closely with pathology, ward, and outpatient teams to support timely diagnostics and positive patient experience.
• Use established phlebotomy experience to support staff with challenging venepuncture and difficult veins, promoting safe practice and staff confidence.

Employment details

Full time, working 07:00–17:00, four days per week, with job‑share arrangements considered. Based at Lymington Hospital, with occasional travel to Southampton General Hospital for training or meetings.

Our Trust

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

Inclusivity and Equality

We proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

This advert closes on Monday 27 Apr 2026.

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