Phlebotomist

Mediclinic Gariep| Kimberley | South AfricaClosing date : 17 / 04 / Number of positions : 1Recruiter name : Lerato Khati Reference number : Workplace Type : On-SitePermanentPlease note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profileMAIN PURPOSE OF JOBTo draw blood, or other samples / specimens, from patients for various testing purposes in accordance with professional standards and regulatory requirements.KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREASPerform a variety of routine and complex blood and specimen collecting procedures in line with professional standards and regulatory requirements to ensure safe patient careConduct pre-and post-test counselling to patients and family members, to explain blood draw procedures and answer any questions about the processIdentify, prevent and report risks to ensure patient safety and follow all health and safety protocols and procedures to maintain a sterile work areaPerform administrative tasks to ensure correct and accurate recording and processing of patient and clinical information Ensure that all utilised stock is accurately recorded and chargedBuild and maintain collaborative working relationships, as part of the multi-disciplinary team within the EC UnitREQUIRED EDUCATIONESSENTIAL EDUCATIONCertificate as Phlebotomy TechnicianREQUIRED EXPERIENCEESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCEAt least 2 years' experience after phlebotomy qualificationREQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGEPhlebotomy proceduresRelevant statutory and regulatory requirements, clinical policies and proceduresPatient assessment skillsPatient counselling skillsRisk identificationInfection Prevention and Control (IPC) protocolsHealth and Safety principlesPatient experience principles and related best practiceBasic life support trainedComputer 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.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

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