Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust
Healthcare Assistant
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Are you a compassionate and dedicated professional looking for a rewarding role in healthcare?
We are seeking a Healthcare Assistant to join our friendly and supportive District Nursing team with a focus on Phlebotomy in Oxford.
As part of the City Phlebotomy Team, you will provide essential phlebotomy services to housebound patients in their own homes, working closely with the District Nursing Team. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
While previous phlebotomy experience is desirable, it is not essential, as full training will be provided.
We have full-time and part-time opportunities available up to 37.5 hours per week. The service core hours are Monday-Friday 8.00-16.00.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver an efficient and effective phlebotomy service to housebound patients registered with a GP in Oxford.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure timely and appropriate referrals.
- Adapt to the needs of unpredictable patient visits and provide a high standard of care.
- Prepare patients for blood sampling, ensuring their identity is verified and consent is obtained.
- Perform phlebotomy procedures following best practices to minimize discomfort, pain, and the risk of infection.
- To keep your knowledge and skills up to date and participate in educational activities that maintains and develops your performance.
- Be accountable for the prioritisation of own workload and seek support where necessary.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the “candidate guide to making an application” and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”
Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Clare Allen
Job title: District Nurse Locality Lead
Email address: clare.allen@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk
Telephone number: 07979 770985
At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust we want to employ people not just with experience, but with the aptitude and motivation to succeed and whose values resonate with our own.
Therefore, if you don’t meet all the requirements of the role and are unsure about applying but are excited about the opportunity, please do get in touch. We will be happy to discuss the requirements in more detail ahead of making a written application.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Location