Phlebotomist

REF 1515593
26.04.2024 | Abu Dhabi | full time
General
Location: Abu Dhabi
Occupancy: full time
To join : immediately
Description
Phlebotomists are health care professionals who have been trained to collect patient’s blood specimens by venipuncture and by micro collection techniques.

Responsibilities:

Identifies the patient using two identifiers (as defined by the lab’s ‘’sample collection policy’’) - comparing patient information on the requisition to the patient’s identification before venipuncture is performed.
Performs venipuncture’s and skin punctures competently and expediently.
Must have the complete knowledge about which color top tube to use and the volume of blood needed - knows test requirements, assists in Clinical Laboratory as needed.
Responsibilities include bleeding time tests, blood cultures, blood samples collection and look after the blood collection room requirements and maintain the cleanliness and decorum the blood collection rooms.
Stock the laboratory full of supplies.
Ensure all of the trays and tools used are clean and sanitized.
Perform clerical duties such as filing, aiding technologists and collecting data.
Complete reports when there are hazardous incidents and consult with the laboratory supervisor for further direction
Phlebotomists deal with complications that may arise from improperly drawn blood, patient allergies, or other patient conditions.
Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and cooperate with hospital management to comply those requirements
Work accordance with the documented OSH procedures and instructions, specific responsibilities
Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures
Notifying OSH Hazards, incidents, Near misses and issues and assistance with the preparation of risk assessments, incident reports
Comply with Waste management procedures and policies
Attend applicable OSH/Infection control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs
Use of appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems
Requirements
Diploma in phlebotomy.
Certification with the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians, Inc. and/or the National Phlebotomy Association (NPA).
Proven experience working as a phlebotomist.
Understanding of proper patient identification methods.
Knowledge of legal requirements pertaining to drawing blood, handling specimen samples, and the use of relevant medical equipment.
Experience using effective puncture techniques.
Knowledge of testing protocols and the use of testing equipment.
Superb dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Keen attention to detail.
Provisions
Salary: to be discussed
Employment visa provided
Publisher
direct employer
50 - 200 employees