Phlebotomist Job Vacancy in Saudi Arabia

JOB CODE JOB097

JOB TYPE Clinical Jobs

JOB CATEGORY Allied Health

JOB DESCRIPTION

Duties & Responsibilities:

Arrange daily activities based on the urgency of requests for fluid samples

Identify patients and their personal information using their ID, documents, or other means

Determine the right venipuncture method based on patient age, health, etc.

Reassure patients and help them relax

Find veins that are suitable for puncture

Draw blood using sterilized needles, vials, and other equipment

Ensure optimal quality and quantity of samples

Label samples correctly and send or deliver them for testing

Answer patient questions and provide useful information

Keep accurate records on fluid specimens and tests

Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards while working

Help with blood transfusions when needed

Comply with the laboratory and infection prevention and control standards.

Qualification & Experience Requirements:

Higher Diploma in Medical Lab Technology or equivalent.

Current Registration in the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.

Minimum 1 year of experience in a Laboratory setting.

Skills and Competencies:

Experience with effective puncture techniques

Understanding of proper patient identification methods

Knowledge of legal requirements about drawing blood, handling fluid samples, and use of relevant medical equipment and material

Ability to use computers to enter information

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to connect with various types of patients (such as children, elderly, and pregnant women) and make them feel comfortable