Phlebotomist at SYNLAB Nigeria

SYNLAB Nigeria offers a full range of medical laboratory services for practising doctors, clinics and the pharmaceutical industry. The SYNLAB Group is the uncontested leader on the European market for human medicine laboratory services.

We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Phlebotomist

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full time

Job Description

We are looking for a Phlebotomist to draw blood and other tissue or fluid from patients for testing, research or donations. The job of a phlebotomist is a rewarding one, since you help people stay healthy and even help save their lives.
Phlebotomist duties One of the most important is to properly identify patients and correctly use phlebotomy methods (e.g. venipuncture, skin puncture). We’ll rely on you to preserve patient health and quality of samples.
Phlebotomist job requirements We’re looking for important phlebotomist skills such as presence of mind, people skills and attention to detail. You should have a diploma in phlebotomy and have knowledge of puncture techniques. If you’re dedicated to your patients and have a firm but kind hand, we’d like to meet you.

Responsibilities

Arrange daily activities based on 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.
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
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

Requirements

Proven experience as a Phlebotomist or Phlebotomy Technician
Experience with effective puncture techniques
Understanding of proper patient identification methods
Ability to connect with various types of patients (such as children, elderly, pregnant women) and make them feel comfortable
Patience and presence of mind
Diploma in Phlebotomy or extensive on-the-job training
Graduate of Medical Laboratory Technology
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