Phlebotomy Technician — Patient Care & Safety

Mediclinic Gariep; George; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in George is seeking a Registered / Enrolled Nurse or Phlebotomist to perform blood draws and specimen collection. Responsibilities include conducting patient counselling, ensuring compliance with health protocols, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have at least 1-2 years of experience in nursing or phlebotomy and possess essential skills in patient care and safety protocols. This is a vital role to support patient diagnostics and care within a collaborative medical team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 - 2 years’ experience after nursing or phlebotomy qualification.

Responsibilities

• Perform blood and specimen collecting procedures according to standards.
• Conduct pre-and post-test counselling for patients and families.
• Identify and report risks to ensure patient safety.
• Perform administrative tasks for accurate patient information processing.
• Ensure accurate recording and charging of utilized stock.
• Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team in the EC Unit.

Skills

Phlebotomy procedures

Patient assessment skills

Patient counselling skills

Risk identification

Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) protocols

Health and Safety principles

Patient experience principles

Basic life support trained

Computer Literacy (Microsoft Office)

Education

Registered / Enrolled Nurse or Certificate in Phlebotomy Techniques

Job description

A healthcare facility in George is seeking a Registered / Enrolled Nurse or Phlebotomist to perform blood draws and specimen collection. Responsibilities include conducting patient counselling, ensuring compliance with health protocols, and maintaining accurate records. Candidates should have at least 1-2 years of experience in nursing or phlebotomy and possess essential skills in patient care and safety protocols. This is a vital role to support patient diagnostics and care within a collaborative medical team.