Phlebotomist - Outpatient Clinical Services

AlFuttaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life assurance

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Al-Futtaim Health in Dubai is seeking a Phlebotomist for HealthHub Dubai Festival City to perform venepuncture, collect specimens, and support diagnostic services in a busy outpatient setting.

The ideal candidate holds a DHA Phlebotomist license or eligibility, with at least two years of experience, excellent communication in English, and strict adherence to infection prevention and patient safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven venepuncture and specimen collection skills.
• Excellent patient communication and customer service.
• Fluent English communication; good computer literacy and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture and blood collection procedures for adult and paediatric patients.
• Collect, label, process, and prepare specimens accurately.
• Follow appropriate specimen handling and transportation procedures.
• Verify patient identity before blood collection and specimen processing.
• Maintain patient confidentiality throughout clinical interactions.
• Support health screening and preventive healthcare programmes.
• Monitor patients during and after blood collection.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and records.
• Work effectively with physicians, nurses, laboratory personnel, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Venepuncture

Specimen collection

Patient communication

Infection prevention

Documentation

Fluent English

Job description

Phlebotomist - Outpatient Clinical Services Job Snapshot

Role: PhlebotomistLocation: Dubai, UAEIndustry: Hospital and Health CareFunction: Healthcare/MedicalGeneral Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a PhlebotomistJob Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Al-Futtaim Health is hiring a Phlebotomist in Dubai, UAE to join the multidisciplinary team at HealthHub Dubai Festival City. The role focuses on safe and accurate venepuncture, specimen collection and processing, patient identification, infection control, and compassionate patient support within a busy outpatient clinical environment.

Candidates must hold a DHA Phlebotomist license or DHA Eligibility and have at least two years of relevant experience.

Job Details

Country: UAECity: DubaiIndustry: Hospital and Health CareFunction: Healthcare/MedicalSalary: Not disclosedGender: No PreferenceCandidate Nationality: Not specifiedJob Type: Full TimeWork Arrangement: On-site

About the Role

As a Phlebotomist, you will perform blood collection procedures for adult and paediatric patients while maintaining patient safety, specimen integrity, and a positive clinical experience. You will work alongside physicians, nurses, laboratory teams, and other healthcare professionals supporting diagnostic testing, health screening, and preventive healthcare services. The position requires confidence in independent blood collection together with a calm and professional approach when supporting patients who may be anxious about procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform venepuncture and blood collection procedures for adult and paediatric patients.
• Collect, label, process, and prepare specimens accurately.
• Follow appropriate specimen handling and transportation procedures.
• Verify patient identity before blood collection and specimen processing.
• Maintain patient confidentiality throughout clinical interactions.
• Support health screening and preventive healthcare programmes.
• Monitor patients during and after blood collection.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and records.
• Work effectively with physicians, nurses, laboratory personnel, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.

Patient Care

Explain blood collection procedures clearly and professionally so patients understand what to expect. Reassure anxious patients and maintain a calm, compassionate approach throughout the procedure. The role serves a diverse patient population, making respectful communication and the ability to interact effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds particularly important.

Quality and Compliance

• Follow DHA regulations and applicable laboratory standards.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Follow established quality assurance requirements.
• Maintain patient safety standards during specimen collection and handling.

Essential Requirements

• DHA Licensed Phlebotomist or DHA Eligibility.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Phlebotomist.
• Strong venepuncture and specimen collection skills.
• Experience performing blood collection independently.
• Excellent patient communication and customer service skills.
• Good understanding of infection prevention and patient safety.
• Fluent English communication skills.
• Good computer literacy and documentation skills.

Preferred Experience and Languages

• Arabic or Tagalog language skills are highly preferred alongside English.
• Relevant experience may include work in outpatient clinics, medical centres, hospitals, diagnostic centres, or health screening programmes.
• Experience collecting blood from paediatric patients and performing difficult venous access procedures is also preferred.

Why Join HealthHub

The position is based at HealthHub Dubai Festival City and includes a 5-day working week, competitive salary and benefits package, medical insurance, life assurance, ongoing training and development opportunities, and opportunities for career growth within Al-Futtaim Health. The role also provides the opportunity to work in a modern healthcare environment alongside a multidisciplinary clinical team serving a diverse patient population.

About Al-Futtaim Health

Al-Futtaim Health is the healthcare division of Al-Futtaim Group and delivers community-based healthcare services across the UAE. Its HealthHub network includes more than 12 clinics across Dubai, supported by a Day Surgery Centre, Al-Futtaim Health Labs, pharmacy, home healthcare, and digital health services. The healthcare network covers more than 25 medical specialties and includes over 150 specialist physicians and healthcare professionals, with a focus on accessible healthcare, preventive care, innovation, and clinical quality.