Phlebotomist X6 (Kzn - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract - Wits Nicd)

AJ Personnel; Durban; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

AJ Personnel is assisting with recruitment for 6x phlebotomy/nursing roles in KwaZulu-Natal. The positions require phlebotomy experience, HPCSA registration, and appropriate nursing qualifications. Duties include drawing blood, observing patients, and maintaining accurate records in a surveillance setting.

Applicants must have Matric and relevant certification (Enrolled Nurse/RN or Phlebotomist). Closing date is 03 November 2026, with preference for those meeting the above criteria.

Qualifications

• Matric required.
• Enrolled Nurse Certificate, RN or Phlebotomist Certification.
• HPCSA registration.

Responsibilities

• Drawing of bloods and other fluids from patients.
• Observe patient condition during blood collection and ensure safety and comfort.
• Ensure correct patient identification and match with blood kit details.

Skills

Venepuncture skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Independent / team work

Education

Matric

Enrolled Nurse Certificate / RN or Phlebotomist Certification

HPCSA registration

Job description

Background

• The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) is a major global player in infectious disease intelligence
• The NICD is a source of knowledge and expertise in regionally relevant communicable diseases to the South African Government, SADC countries, and the African continent
• The NICD assists in the planning of policies and programs and supports appropriate responses to communicable disease problems and issues

Division

• HIV Sero Molecular

Main Purpose of the Job

• To perform phlebotomy on surveillance activity Participants

Location

• 6x Positions based in KZN Department of Health Facilities

Key Performance Areas

• 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
• Ensure shipment of specimens is in correct temperature and timeously
• Ensure shipment of data collection forms
• Assist with other nursing related duties within the clinic, that are relevant to the surveillance activity
• Prepare the tubes in correct order to prevent contamination
• Maintain universal precautions- wear protective clothing & no re-sheathing of needles
• Adhering to medical waste disposal
• Active participation and attendance in meetings

Required Minimum Education and Training

• Matric
• Enrolled Nurse Certificate, Registered Nurse Qualification or Phlebotomist Certification
• HPCSA registration

Required Minimum Work Experience

• 1 Year’s relevant experience as a Nurse in Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist

Desirable Additional Education, Work Experience and Personal Abilities

• Individual must have attention to detail and maintain confidentiality
• Build and maintain interpersonal relationships
• Venepuncture skills on adults
• Ability to work independently, dependently and interdependently

To Apply

• Closing date: 03 November 2026
• Note: No CV will be accepted after the closing date

Please note

• WHC, in accordance with its Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto
• AJ Personnel is only responsible for advertising and the response handling on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium