Phlebotomist

National Medical Care; Riyadh; Presencial; SAR 60 000 - 120 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

National Medical Care in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Phlebotomist/Donor Collection Technician to draw blood and process specimens for analysis. The role requires accurate identity checks, proper sample labeling, and timely transport to the Clinical Laboratory.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or Nursing, current SCFHS/MOH license, and BLS certification, with 2 years of relevant experience and fluent English.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from an approved school of medical technology or nursing college.
• Current registration with the designated authority for Medical Technologist/Technician.
• Valid license of SCFHS & MOH in Saudi Arabia.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsabilidades

• Draw blood from patients or donors and record identities accurately.
• Assemble equipment and prepare supplies for tests or procedures.
• Verify patient identity and communicate to reduce anxiety.
• Perform phlebotomy including venipuncture for all age groups.
• Label, store, and transport specimens securely to the lab.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area and follow safety policies.
• Handle adverse reactions calmly and inform supervisor as required.
• Adhere to infection control and biosafety standards.
• Document and manage records including LIS-related activities.

Conhecimentos

Advanced blood collection

Specimen management

LIS management

Biosafety & infection control

English proficiency

Documentation & record-keeping

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Medical Technology or Nursing

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Phlebotomist/donor collection technician is responsible for drawing blood from patients or donors and records identity of patient or donor.

Functional Responsibilities:

• Ensures through the actions, either directly or indirectly, that a superior quality of medical treatment, compassion and understanding is given to every patient served at the CARE Hospitals and Clinics.
• Collects blood from patient in the hospital, blood bank, or similar facility for analysis or other medical purposes.
• Assembles equipment, such as tourniquet, needles, disposable containers for needles, blood collection devices, gauze, cotton, and alcohol on work tray, according to requirements for specified tests or procedures.
• Verifies or records identity of patient or donor and converses with patient or donor to allay fear of procedure.
• Applies tourniquet to arm, locates accessible vein, swabs puncture area with antiseptic, and inserts needle into vein to draw blood into collection tube or bag.
• Withdraws needle, applies treatment to puncture site, and labels and stores blood container for subsequent processing.
• Transports specimens in a timely manner from the collection areas of patient’s rooms to the Clinical Laboratory.
• Handles mild side effects or adverse reactions from patients or donors in a calm and orderly fashion to prevent harm, while promptly informing the supervisor or HOD.
• Follow all safety and Infection Control policies and procedures, including standard precautions, when performing phlebotomy procedures, handling biological specimens and waste disposal.
• Assures that the work area is maintained in an orderly manner and is cleaned and disinfected regularly to avoid contamination.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to acceptably perform phlebotomy procedures across all age groups, including neonates.

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree/ ore equivalent from an approved school of medical Technology, or Nursing College or University.
• Current registration with the designated authority for Medical Technologist / Technician from country of origin / recruitment.
• Valid license of SCFHS & Ministry of Health (MOH) in Saudi Arabia.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).

Required

• Two (2) years’ experience similar to the post.
• Technical Proficiency
• Advanced Blood Collection: Expert proficiency in venipuncture and capillary collection across all age groups, including neonates and pediatric patients.
• Specimen Management & Transport: Specialized knowledge in safe handling, stabilization, processing, labeling, and timely transport of biological specimens.
• Adverse Reaction Response: Technical capability to immediately identify and clinically manage mild side effects of blood collection.
• Laboratory information systems (LIS) management
• Safety & Compliance
• Biosafety and infection control protocols
• Regulatory standards (JCIA, CBAHI, CAP, AABB and SFDA)
• Hazardous material handling
• Documentation and record-keeping
• Fluency in verbal and written English.
• Exhibits professionalism and excellent interpersonal communication skills.