Phlebetomy Officer at National Health Laboratory Services

Key Job Responsibility

• Draws blood as required using safety procedures Observes the physical condition of patients during blood taking and applies sound phlebotomy practices in order to ensure the safety and comfort of patients Preand post-test counselling of parents/guardians and children of various ages according to current South African legislation guidelines Performs and interprets point of care tests as required
• Keeps records of specimen collected, ensures that all patients detail and clinical information is accurately recorded and interprets test results in the context of the child's clinical condition Handles or refers queries related to the service Theoretical and practical training of other health care workers to render this service Report writing to document the service and identity successes and failures Revises standard operating procedures as new information becomes available and proactively strives to improve integration of child care service within the health care facility Participates in operational research to inform best practice Provides general nursing and phlebotomy technician services as required, from time to time Checks stock levels of all collection materials and orders additional stock to ensure the availability of required materials at all times Implements sound housekeeping procedures to ensure a safe working environment in accordance with legislation and all safety protocols

Minimum requirements & key competency

• Matric (NQF 4)Essential Certificate in Nursing (3 years)/ SMLTSA Certificate (Essential) Counselling and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) courses (Essential) Registration with SANC as a nurse/ Registered with the HPCSA as a Phlebotomy Technician (Essential) Current proof of HPCSA/SANC registration Valid Driver's Licence (Desirable).
• 0 years' experience Knowledge of HIV and TB management Demonstrate full knowledge of the pre-collection limitations applicable to the required specimen and testing process Demonstrate knowledge of the purpose and safe use of all equipment used in the collection of al specimen type and specialized testing procedures within the scope of practice