Phlebotomist

**Job Advert Summary**:
Our client, a leader in the private healthcare industry, is looking for experienced** Phlebotomists** to work **part-time** **shifts** in an Emergency Centre at a private hospital in **Kimberley** in **Northern Cape**.

This is an opportunity to work **temporary shifts**. Orientation will be scheduled before work commences, and we are testing interest at this stage

Complimentary indemnity insurance cover is offered.

**Minimum Requirements**:

- At least 1 - 2 years work experience as a Phlebotomist
- Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse or Phlebotomy Technician with a certificate in Phlebotomy Techniques
- Registered with SANC or with HPCSA as a Medical Technician in the category of Phlebotomy
- Sound knowledge of phlebotomy procedures and processes
- Experience in drawing blood from paediatric patients
- Arterial blood gases draw experience
- Knowledge of the National Health Act and medical ethical guidelines in the medical pathology field
- Familiar with anatomy, physiology and medical terminology relevant to medical pathology
- Strong interpersonal skills and exceptional bedside manner - The ability to handle patients in a professional manner
- Well-presented and professional communication skills
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
- Administrative skills and attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- **Job Summary**: To draw blood, or other samples/specimens, from patients for various testing purposes in accordance with professional standards and regulatory requirements.
- 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 hospital emergency centre's multi-disciplinary team