Phlebotomist

MHR; Worcester; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Part time

Job summary

A private hospital is seeking experienced Phlebotomists for part-time shifts in Worcester, Western Cape, starting April 2026. Candidates must have a certificate in Phlebotomy Techniques and be registered with SANC or HPCSA. Responsibilities include drawing blood and conducting patient counselling, ensuring safety protocols, and maintaining accurate records. This position offers complimentary indemnity insurance cover and requires effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Complimentary indemnity insurance cover

Qualifications

• Registered with SANC or HPCSA as a Medical Technician in Phlebotomy
• 1-2 years of experience as a Phlebotomist
• Recommended to be vaccinated against Hepatitis B

Responsibilities

• Draw blood from patients for testing purposes
• Conduct pre-and post-test counselling
• Ensure safety and maintain sterile work area
• Record and process patient information correctly
• Build relationships in a multidisciplinary team

Skills

Knowledge of phlebotomy procedures

Interpersonal skills

Patient assessment skills

Administrative skills

Experience in drawing blood from pediatric patients

Basic life support trained

Education

Certificate in Phlebotomy Techniques

Enrolled Nurse or Phlebotomy Technician

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)

Job description

Job Advert Summary

MHR is seeking experienced Phlebotomists to work at a private hospital in Worcester (Western Cape). This is an opportunity to work part-time shifts, with a commencement date beginning/mid- April 2026.

Complimentary indemnity insurance cover is offered.

Minimum Requirements

• Please be aware that this position is for part-time shifts, and as such, you cannot be permanently employed. You must also reside in Worcester or the surrounding areas.
• Enrolled Nurse or Phlebotomy Technician with a certificate in Phlebotomy Techniques
• Registered with SANC or with HPCSA as a Medical Technician in the category of Phlebotomy
• At least 1-2 years of work experience as a Phlebotomist.
• It is recommended to be vaccinated against Hepatitis B. If your application is successful, you will be required to get a Hep B vaccination.
• Sound knowledge of phlebotomy procedures and processes, relevant statutory and regulatory requirements
• Experience in drawing blood from paediatric patients
• Arterial blood gases draw experience
• Basic life support trained
• Patient assessment and counselling skills
• Risk identification skills
• Sound knowledge of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) protocols
• Strong interpersonal skills and exceptional bedside manner
• Well-presented and professional communication skills
• Administrative skills and attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Job Summary: To draw blood, or other samples/specimens, from patients for various testing purposes in accordance with professional standards and regulatory requirements.

  • Perform a variety of routine and complex blood and specimen collecting procedures in line with professional standards and regulatory requirements to ensure safe patient care
  • Conduct pre-and post-test counselling to patients and family members to explain blood draw procedures and answer any questions about the process
  • Identify, prevent and report risks to ensure patient safety and follow all health and safety protocols and procedures to maintain a sterile work area
  • Perform administrative tasks to ensure correct and accurate recording and processing of patient and clinical information
  • Ensure that all utilised stock is accurately recorded and charged
  • Build and maintain collaborative working relationships as part of the hospital emergency centre's multi-disciplinary team