Job Summary
We are seeking a qualified and patient-focused Phlebotomist to perform safe, accurate, and professional blood specimen collection while ensuring proper patient identification, specimen handling, infection prevention, documentation, and compliance with laboratory quality and safety standards. The successful candidate will provide compassionate care to patients, including pediatric and child patients, and maintain an organized and well-equipped phlebotomy workstation.
Major Roles
Properly identify, receive, prepare, and provide appropriate information to patients before specimen collection.
Perform venous and capillary blood collection safely, accurately, and professionally using appropriate techniques.
Perform blood collection for pediatric and child patients using age-appropriate techniques and appropriate patient-care practices.
Accurately identify, label, handle, and maintain the integrity of collected specimens in accordance with laboratory procedures.
Ensure timely and safe transportation of specimens and effective coordination with the laboratory.
Apply infection prevention and control measures, occupational safety practices, and proper medical waste management procedures.
Provide respectful, compassionate, and patient-centered service throughout the specimen collection process.
Maintain the cleanliness, functionality, and appropriate organization of the phlebotomy workstation and equipment.
Monitor and maintain adequate supplies and report shortages or equipment-related issues promptly.
Maintain accurate documentation and comply with laboratory quality assurance requirements, clinical protocols, and applicable regulatory standards.
Required Qualifications
Diploma or Bachelor''s Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology/Medical Laboratory Science, Phlebotomy, or another qualification recognized by the applicable Ethiopian health regulatory framework.
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