Area Phlebotomy Manager- Ampath Laboratories x1
Job Details
- Job Title: Area Phlebotomy Manager
- Company: Ampath Laboratories
- Reference Number: A710022
- Department: Bloemfontein MediClinic Regional Administration
- Industry: Pharmaceutical and Medical/Healthcare
- Job Type: Permanent
- Location: Bloemfontein
- Positions Available: 1
- Working Hours: 40 hours per week
- Work Week: 5 days
- Salary: Market Related
- Closing Date: 13 July 2026 (21:00)
Job Purpose
The Area Phlebotomy Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing a cluster of Care Centres to ensure operational excellence, high-quality patient care, compliance with quality standards, and effective people management. The role focuses on developing Phlebotomy Leads, improving patient experiences, driving continuous improvement, and creating a high-performance work environment.
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Lead and manage multiple Care Centres within the assigned area.
- Ensure operational efficiency across all Care Centres.
- Promote high standards of patient care and service delivery.
- Drive quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop and mentor Phlebotomy Leads and team members.
- Foster a high-performance, learning-focused workplace culture.
- Enhance employee engagement and leadership development.
- Support organisational goals through effective operational leadership.
Duties and Responsibilities
Operational Management
- Oversee the daily operations of multiple Care Centres.
- Ensure consistent service delivery and operational excellence.
- Identify operational challenges and implement effective solutions.
- Monitor and improve workflow efficiencies.
- Ensure alignment with organisational objectives.
Quality Assurance
- Maintain high standards of clinical quality and patient care.
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and company standards.
- Monitor service quality and implement improvement initiatives.
- Promote continuous quality improvement across Care Centres.
Leadership and People Management
- Lead, mentor, and support Phlebotomy Leads.
- Build high-performing and engaged teams.
- Manage staff performance and development.
- Support recruitment, succession planning, and talent development.
- Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Financial and Resource Management
- Manage operational budgets effectively.
- Allocate resources efficiently.
- Optimise resource utilisation to support sustainable business growth.
- Monitor operational costs and financial performance.
Communication and Stakeholder Management
- Communicate organisational strategies effectively.
- Build strong working relationships with employees and stakeholders.
- Ensure clear communication across all Care Centres.
- Support organisational change and continuous improvement initiatives.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- Recognised qualification in Phlebotomy or Nursing.
- Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) or the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
- Formal management qualification.
Experience
- Minimum 3 years’ supervisory or management experience.
- Up to 6 years’ experience working within a Care Centre or pathology environment.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Strategic planning and operational management.
- Financial management and budgeting skills.
- Quality assurance and continuous improvement.
- People management and staff development.
- Recruitment and succession planning.
- Coaching and mentoring abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Resource planning and optimisation.
- Ability to manage multiple Care Centres effectively.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Commitment to patient-centred service delivery.
Role Impact
The Area Phlebotomy Manager plays a key leadership role in improving healthcare service delivery by:
- Driving operational excellence across multiple Care Centres.
- Developing future leaders within the organisation.
- Improving patient experiences and quality of care.
- Building a motivated and engaged workforce.
- Supporting continuous learning and professional development.
- Ensuring sustainable operational performance and service excellence.
Employment Equity
- Ampath Laboratories is committed to Employment Equity and creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Applications from individuals from underrepresented designated groups are encouraged.