Authorized Specimen Collector (Phlebotomist)

Shinagawa LASIK & Aesthetics Center Corp.; Taguig; Hybrid; PHP 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Shinagawa LASIK & Aesthetics Center Corp. in the Philippines seeks a Phlebotomist to collect blood samples and support laboratory operations. You will obtain patient data, perform phlebotomy, and ensure specimen integrity in a clinical setting.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, preference for PMTLE underboard, and a Phlebotomy Procedures Training Certificate. Strong communication with patients is essential for effective care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology.
• Preferably underboard of the PMTLE (Philippine Medical Technologist Licensure Examination).
• Phlebotomy Procedures Training Certificate.
• 1–2 years of phlebotomy experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills for patient interaction.

Responsibilities

• Obtain comprehensive patient data via interview and vital signs assessment.
• Explain blood draw procedures to patients and prepare materials.
• Collect and handle blood, urine and tissue samples for laboratory analysis.
• Verify laboratory results and ensure accuracy of released findings.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot testing systems as needed.
• Collaborate with pathologists and medical staff to aid diagnosis.

Skills

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology

Tools

Phlebotomy Procedures Training Certificate

Job description

Job Qualifications

• Graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology.
• Preferably underboard of the Philippine Medical Technologist Licensure Examination (PMTLE).
• With Phlebotomy Procedures For Drawing Blood Samples Training Certificate.
• At least 1-2 years of experience in phlebotomy is preferred.
• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients.

Job Responsibilities

• Obtains comprehensive relevant patient data through: (a) interview; (b) correct obtainment of vital signs, which include pain; (c) The use of advanced assessment techniques that is focused or systems approach; (d) correct interpretation of data obtained from monitoring equipment; and (e) correct interpretation of diagnostic results.
• Preparing and explaining blood draw procedures to patients.
• Gathering medical testing materials, including needles, sample vials, blood storage bags and test tubes.
• Responsible for collecting and retrieving samples from patients for further analysis in the laboratory.
• Responsible and accountable for verification and witnessing that the patient or the patient’s legal representative has signed the consent in their presence and that the patient, or the legal representative.
• Monitor and assist the patients in the collection site, who initially checks and inspects provided specimens for the patient.
• Collects, processes, and handles blood, urine and tissue samples and/or other biological specimens for analysis according to established procedures; instructs patients in the proper collection of samples.
• Performs a variety of clinical laboratory tests in the areas of hematology, microbiology, immunology, clinical chemistry, and urinalysis, as assigned; conducts quantitative and qualitative chemical analyses of body fluids such as blood, urine, and spinal fluid; performs blood counts using microscope.
• Verifies all laboratory results and ensures that they match correctly with the specimen.
• Performs calibration and troubleshooting on testing systems and instruments to ensure adherence to established standards of accuracy.
• Prepares detailed laboratory results and its findings and ensures the validity and accuracy of the released results.
• Collaborate with pathologists and other medical specialists to determine the correct diagnosis.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by adhering to safety procedures and regulation, safety practices, environmental and/or infection control methods.
• Identify, diagnose and repair issues that may arise with the laboratory equipment
• Assist the Head Med Tech in some revisions in Drug Testing documents (SOP, Policy, etc.)
• Other tasks that the management may assign from time to time relevant to the job position.