Eating Disorders Medical Monitoring Phlebotomist(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

About the Role

We are pleased to offer an opportunity to join our Community CAMHS and Adult Eating Disorders Service in a newly developed medical monitoring role. This position plays a vital part in supporting people with eating disorders by providing essential physical health checks closer to home, within a specialist and compassionate service.

As a Medical Monitoring Phlebotomist, you will deliver high-quality clinical monitoring clinics, including phlebotomy and ECGs, while working alongside an experienced Multidisciplinary Team (MDT). Your contribution will help ensure patients receive timely, safe, and person-centred physical health care as part of their recovery journey.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Carry out venepuncture and 12-lead ECGs in line with Trust policies and clinical standards
• Run planned clinics within community and clinic settings for children, young people, and adults
• Undertake physical health observations such as blood pressure, pulse, height, and weight when required
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support patients with complex eating disorders
• Recognise and escalate clinical concerns using agreed deterioration and safeguarding pathways
• Deliver care that respects dignity, individuality, and patient choice
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with professional and information governance standards

Working With Us

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest providers of mental health and community services in the East Midlands. Our colleagues work across more than 200 sites, delivering care in community, inpatient, and specialist secure environments.

We are proud of our inclusive culture and actively support staff through colleague-led networks, wellbeing initiatives, and professional development opportunities. Sustainability and environmental responsibility are also central to our values as we work towards a net-zero future.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• Trained and competent in phlebotomy and ECG recording
• Experience working in a care or healthcare environment
• Ability to carry out basic physical health observations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence to work independently and as part of a team
• Good time-management, reliability, and flexibility

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in a relevant healthcare discipline
• You will be expected to attend mandatory training and demonstrate a willingness to develop new skills in line with service needs.

Important Information

• This role does not meet the salary threshold for Skilled Worker or Health and Care visa sponsorship
• Applicants will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• DBS costs will be deducted from salary following appointment
• Staff are encouraged to join the DBS Update Service
• Safer Recruitment and Equality

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Employment decisions are made fairly and without discrimination.

Helpful UK Government Resources

For further guidance, you may find the following official resources useful:

Skilled Worker visa information:
https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Working in the UK – right to work guidance:
https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work

Employer

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Hopewood – The Lookout
Nottingham
NG5 3FL