Phlebotomist - 12-Month Contract, KZN (Specimen & Kit Prep)

Rhodes University; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Wits NICD is seeking six Phlebotomists for a 12-month fixed term contract based in KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health facilities. The role focuses on phlebotomy for surveillance participants and ensuring accurate patient identification.

You will observe patients during sample collection, maintain records, manage stock and monitor kit temperatures to meet protocol requirements and contribute to the HIV serology program.

Responsibilities

• Drawing of bloods and other fluids from human Patients
• Observe the physical condition of Patients during blood/ specimen taking and apply sound nursing practices to ensure the safety and comfort of Patients
• Ensuring that all Patients are correctly identified and information on blood kits corresponds with Patient details
• Keep records of specimens collected and ensure that all Patient details and clinical information is accurately recorded
• Prepare Study Patients’ kits a week in advance in accordance with the protocol schedule
• Order and maintain consumable stock/check expiry dates
• Monitor room temperature to ensure that kits and test reagents are kept within the acceptable temperature ranges

Job description

Wits NICD is seeking six Phlebotomists for a 12-month fixed term contract based in KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health facilities. The role focuses on phlebotomy for surveillance participants and ensuring accurate patient identification.

You will observe patients during sample collection, maintain records, manage stock and monitor kit temperatures to meet protocol requirements and contribute to the HIV serology program.