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Location:
Kuwait City, Kuwait
Department: Health Care Provider
Job Description

Perform sterile capillary prick /venipuncture for the collection of blood sample and to ensure quality products throughout the phlebotomy process.


Responsibilities

  • Proper vein identification
  • Adhere to lab safety and quality control measures
  • Ability to use Laboratory Information System
  • Verifies the electronic test ordered in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and proper labeling of samples with the generated barcodes
  • Carry out lab reception work, send out samples, and assist in placing reagents and supplies request and arranging the received items
  • Draw blood from patients of different age group in the correct collection tubes and containers
  • Proper practice in case of emergency (fainting and bleeding)
  • Alerts the technician and lab receptionist about urgent specimens
  • Perform the required duties for POCT (Point Of Care Testing)
  • Answers phone calls inquiries
  • Proper identification for each lab request
  • Work in accordance to the Standard Operating Procedures of DDI Clinical Laboratory
  • Maintain confidentiality of patient results or identity
  • Ensure that no record/result is utilized or leaves the lab without an authorized reason
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by Head of Unit


Required Skills and Expertise:

  • Minimum 4 years’ previous experience
  • Good knowledge on Microsoft word applications
  • Experience with either ACI or CAP Accreditation programs
  • Ability to perform all phlebotomy work
  • Strong communication skills when dealing with physicians, nurses and patients
  • Fluency in writing / speaking English
  • Basic Arabic


Other Comments:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Medical Lab Technology (MLT)