Phlebotomist

Riyadh Hospital; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled laboratory technician to join their team. This role involves arranging daily activities for fluid sample requests, drawing blood, and ensuring the highest quality of samples. The ideal candidate will have a Higher Diploma in Medical Lab Technology and at least one year of experience in a laboratory setting. You will play a vital role in patient care by reassuring them, providing information, and adhering to health and safety standards. Join a dynamic environment where your skills will directly impact patient outcomes and contribute to the healthcare community.

Qualifications

• Higher Diploma in Medical Lab Technology or equivalent required.
• 1+ years of experience in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Arrange daily activities for fluid sample requests based on urgency.
• Draw blood using sterilized needles and ensure sample quality.

Skills

Puncture Techniques

Patient Identification Methods

Knowledge of Legal Requirements

Computer Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Patient Interaction Skills

Education

Higher Diploma in Medical Lab Technology

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Arrange daily activities based on the urgency of requests for fluid samples
• Identify patients and their personal information using their ID, documents, or other means
• Determine the right venipuncture method based on patient age, health, etc.
• Reassure patients and help them relax
• Find veins that are suitable for puncture
• Draw blood using sterilized needles, vials, and other equipment
• Ensure optimal quality and quantity of samples
• Label samples correctly and send or deliver them for testing
• Answer patient questions and provide useful information
• Keep accurate records on fluid specimens and tests
• Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards while working
• Help with blood transfusions when needed
• Comply with the laboratory and infection prevention and control standards.

Qualification & Experience Requirements:

• Higher Diploma in Medical Lab Technology or equivalent.
• Current Registration in the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a Laboratory setting.

Skills and Competencies:

• Experience with effective puncture techniques
• Understanding of proper patient identification methods
• Knowledge of legal requirements about drawing blood, handling fluid samples, and use of relevant medical equipment and material
• Ability to use computers to enter information
• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to connect with various types of patients (such as children, elderly, and pregnant women) and make them feel comfortable