Phlebotomist

Mediclinic Brits | Brits | South Africa Closing date: 03/11/2025Number of positions: 1Recruiter name: Lerato KhatiReference number: 64662Workplace Type: On SitePermanent PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU ARE AN INTERNAL EMPLOYEE ON A FIXED TERM CONTRACT PLEASE APPLY USING AN EXTERNAL CANDIDATE PROFILE AND NOT YOUR EMPLOYEE PROFILE PLEASE DIRECT ALL YOUR ENQUIRIES TO Main Purpose of Job To draw blood, or other samples/specimens, from patients for various testing purposes in accordance with professional standards and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibility Areas Perform a variety of routine and complex blood and specimen collecting procedures in line with professional standards and regulatory requirements to ensure safe patient care Conduct pre-and post-test counselling to patients and family members, to explain blood draw procedures and answer any questions about the process Identify, prevent and report risks to ensure patient safety and follow all health and safety protocols and procedures to maintain a sterile work area Perform administrative tasks to ensure correct and accurate recording and processing of patient and clinical information Ensure that all utilised stock is accurately recorded and charged Build and maintain collaborative working relationships, as part of the multi-disciplinary team within the EC Unit Required Education Registered/Enrolled Nurse, or Certificate in Phlebotomy Techniques Required Experience At least 1 - 2 years’ experience after nursing/phlebotomy qualification Required Job Skills and Knowledge Phlebotomy procedures Relevant statutory and regulatory requirements, clinical policies and procedures Patient assessment skills Patient counselling skills Risk identification Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) protocols Health and Safety principles Patient experience principles and related best practice Basic life support trained Computer Literacy (Microsoft Office) All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr