Phlebotomist Assistant_Acute Medical Unit

Provide assistance to the healthcare staffs by providing venepuncture service and rendering basic care for patients in Acute Medical Unit

Job Responsibilities

Perform venepuncture for the collection of blood specimen for dispatch to the laboratory

Update in electronic medical record for blood specimen that has been collected and dispatched to the laboratory

Perform blood sugar check using a POCT machine

Practice universal precautions when performing any procedure

Assist nurse in administering oxygen for patient

Assist patient in performing lower limb exercises

Perform inventory management in the ward

Assist healthcare staff in re-positioning of patient in bed

Assist in improving, identifying and implement changes in the work processes of the Phlebotomy service

Orientate and guide new Phlebotomy staff

Perform any other duties assigned by the nursing supervisors

Job Requirements

Higher NITEC or Diploma in Nursing

Phlebotomist certification by recognized institutions.

Minimally 2 years' experience in performing venepuncture.

Customer service oriented with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Able to work independently.

Able to work in an acute medical in-patient ward setting.

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