Job Description
- Perform venipuncture and blood collection strictly according to physicians' orders, hospital protocols, and approved SOPs.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times, adhering to infection control and biosafety guidelines.
- Monitor, maintain, and replenish phlebotomy supplies to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.
- Ensure timely sample collection across all hospital areas, including ER, OPD, and IPD, with priority coverage for ICU, NICU, CCU, and SICU.
- Ensure correct patient identification and samples accurately labeled and dispatch to the laboratory.
- Dispose of biomedical waste and sharps according to hospital policies and regulatory standards.
- Handle pediatric, geriatric, and critical-care patients professionally and safely.
- Ensure complete and accurate documentation of all sample rejections, including reason for rejection and corrective action taken.
- Actively participate in audits e.g. ISO 15189, PHHC, including documentation review, record maintenance, compliance with sample handling procedures, and preparation for internal and external inspections.
- Independently manage assigned blood collection points to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
- Provide training, guidance, and orientation to new staff in accordance with approved SOPs and standard guidelines.
- Manage difficult collections and minimize repeat sampling.
- Ensure proper use of PPE and safe handling of sharps.
- Report incidents, needle-stick injuries, or adverse events promptly.
- Coordinate with laboratory sections to ensure timely sample delivery.
- Manage phlebotomy rosters and ensure adequate coverage if assigned.
- Support emergency and stat sample collection services.
- Maintain appropriates records and statistics, monitor KPIs and make measures to improve the KPIs.
- Perform any other task assigned by the immediate supervisor that is commensurate with your knowledge and skills.
Note: “Indus Hospital & Health Network is an employer that does not tolerate Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. All potential candidates will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls.”