26/PBGW - Phlebotomist

Randox Laboratories; Galway; On-site; EUR 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Randox Laboratories is seeking a Phlebotomist for their Galway clinic. The role includes conducting blood and urine sample collections for both private and corporate clients, maintaining accurate patient records, and engaging in upselling at the clinic.

The ideal candidate should have phlebotomy experience and be confident in using IT programs. Flexibility in working hours is necessary, including weekends. This is a full-time, permanent position with a vaccination requirement against Hepatitis B.

Qualifications

• Experience in a private healthcare setting is desirable.
• Flexible with working hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Currently have the right to work in Ireland without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive client appointments and blood sample collection.
• Maintain accurate records in the Patient Information System (PIS).
• Engage in upselling and cross-selling at the private health clinic.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

IT literacy

Strong communication skills

Education

Phlebotomy certificate or equivalent training

2 years experience in Phlebotomy

Job description

Phlebotomist – Galway – (Job Ref: 26/PBGW)

Randox Health continues to be at the forefront of clinical diagnostics, dedicated to improving health worldwide with our disruptive technology and innovative diagnostic solutions. Our staff are at the heart of everything we do and achieve. We have an exciting new career opportunity for a Phlebotomist within our clinic in Galway.

What does the Randox Health team do?

At Randox Health we encourage individuals to adopt a personalised, preventative approach to their health and well‑being, ultimately helping them to live healthier for longer. Using Randox revolutionary technology we measure hundreds of health biomarkers, generating unrivalled data that when combined with our complex algorithms can predict future health concerns and identify early signs of illness even before symptoms arise. This empowers individuals to act sooner to prevent or delay disease onset – moving from a model of sickness management to true preventative healthcare. Our unique biomarker tracking service allows you to establish a health baseline from which you can track and monitor improvements over time.

Location: 3-5 William Street, Galway, H91 Y9HE.

Contract Offered: Full time, permanent.

Working Hours / Shifts: The exact shift pattern is TBC, but will be 8 hour shifts, 5 days per week, including some weekends.

Vaccination & Compliance: For this position, as you may be in contact with live blood samples, you must be vaccinated against Hepatitis B or be able to get it following a successful interview stage. In line with Care Quality Commission guidelines, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a Garda vetting background check.

What does the Phlebotomist role involve?

This role is responsible for ensuring customers have an excellent experience from the moment they enter our clinic, taking blood samples from both private and corporate clients. This is a varied role that may also include the following responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive client appointments, including blood and urine sample collection, personal health measurements, and data entry into our Patient Information Systems (PIS).
• Demonstrate sensitive communication to ensure client understanding and consent.
• Maintain accurate records in PIS, uploading all relevant documentation.
• Represent the company professionally at offsite events and appointments.
• Engage in upselling and cross‑selling at our private health clinic.
• Proactively drive sales and exceed targets.
• Complete company forms, specimen labelling, and laboratory test order forms accurately.
• Demonstrate high IT literacy in order to manager various software systems and daily tasks.

Essential Criteria:

• Previous Phlebotomy experience and certificate or equivalent training.
• Confident using IT programmes.
• Flexibility with working hours, as required by the business inclusive of evenings and weekends.
• Flexibility to work from offsite locations at least once per month.
• Strong communication skills.
• Currently have the right to work in Ireland without visa sponsorship.

Desirable:

• Experience in a private healthcare setting.
• Experience in customer service.
• 2 years experience in Phlebotomy.
• Sales / Retail experience.
• Valid Irish driving licence.