Job Description: Collects blood and other specimens for clinical analysis, evaluation and/ or diagnostic purposes Job Responsibilities: Observes the physical condition of patients during blood taking and applies sound first aid practices in order to ensure the safety and comfort of patients/ clients. Ensures that patients/ clients from whom a blood or other specimen (e.g. body fluids, tissue and excretion) is to be taken, are correctly identified and educated about the actual procedure and their rights, in compliance with relevant standard operating procedures and in accordance with scope of practice. Monitors stock levels of all collection materials, including venesection ³bleeding´bags, and orders additional stock to ensure the availability of required materials at all times. Implements sound housekeeping procedures and work effectively with others as a member of a team to ensure a safe working environment in accordance with relevant legislation and all safety protocols. This includes the on-going maintenance of quality control standards, adherence to infection control measures and participation (as per delegated responsibilities) in the preparation process for internal and external quality control audits Represents the organisation by applying the principles of customer care in the medical pathology field and interacts professionally and ethically with patients, clients, doctors and other hospital staff. Ensures that bio-hazardous waste is disposed of in the correct manner to comply with relevant safety protocols and standard operating procedures. Ensures dispatching of specimens for processing in accordance with prescribed standard operating procedures and monitors progress and filing of reports, including handling queries and report delivery, in line with prescribed turn around requirements. Assists pathologists with special procedures (e.g. bone marrows, fine needle aspirates, sweat tests, pap smears, etc.) when required and in compliance with relevant working instructions and standard operating procedures. Receiving cash from patients and ensuring banking of monies in accordance with relevant standard operating procedures. Draws blood and collects non-blood specimens from patients/ clients at various locations, using the correct and sterile equipment in a manner that will yield the best results. This may include the use of Point of Care (POC) biomedical instrumentation systems and rapid testing kits for pathology. Keeps records of specimens collected and ensures that all patient details and clinical information is accurately recorded. Uses knowledge of HIV and AIDS to provide pre-test information and support where relevant. Job Requirements: Ability to work in a pressured environment Flexibility Interpersonal skills Attention To Detail Ability to work as part of a team Communication Adherence to company dress code Ability to cope with nervous / distressed patients Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information Administrative skills Empathy Deadline orientated Qualification & Experience: Relevant Certificate Registration in relevant discipline with HPCSA 0-1 Yrs Relevant Working Experience Job Details: Company: Lancet Laboratories Vacancy Type: Full Time Job Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, SA Application Deadline: N/A Apply Here Vacancieshut.com
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