Phlebotomist – Ampath Laboratories
- Company: Ampath Laboratories
- Location: Bloemfontein – EmoyaMed
- Department: EmoyaMed Sisters
- Industry: Pharmaceutical and Medical/Healthcare
- Job Type: Permanent
- Positions Available: 1
- Job Reference Number: P300513
- Salary: Market Related
- Posted: 3 August 2026
- Closing Date: 8 August 2026 at 21:00
Job Purpose
The Phlebotomist is responsible for collecting blood and non-blood specimens from patients accurately and professionally. The role focuses on delivering high-quality patient care, ensuring correct specimen handling, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting reliable diagnostic services.
Minimum Requirements
- Recognised qualification in:
- Phlebotomy, or
- Nursing (Registered Nurse)
- Current registration with:
- HPCSA as a Phlebotomy Technician, or
- SANC as a Registered Nurse
- 1–5 years’ experience as a Phlebotomist or related role in:
- Pathology laboratory environment, or
- Hospital setting
Key Responsibilities
- Perform blood collection and non-blood specimen collection procedures.
- Ensure specimens are collected, labelled, handled, and transported correctly.
- Provide compassionate and professional patient care.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and ethical standards.
- Ensure accurate patient information and documentation.
- Capture and manage patient data using digital systems.
- Handle payments and related administrative duties when required.
- Follow safety, infection control, and quality standards.
- Represent Ampath professionally during patient interactions.
- Contribute to excellent diagnostic service delivery.
Required Skills
- Professional phlebotomy techniques
- Patient care and interaction
- Attention to detail
- Accurate record keeping
- Good communication skills in English
- Computer literacy and ability to use digital systems
- Knowledge of healthcare procedures and safety standards
- Ability to work ethically and responsibly
Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate should be:
- Compassionate and patient-focused
- Professional and trustworthy
- Detail-oriented
- Reliable and responsible
- Comfortable working with patients
- Able to work effectively in a healthcare team
- Committed to quality and accuracy
Working Conditions
- Hours: 45 hours per week
- Work Schedule: 5 days per week
- Flexi hours may be required
- Healthcare and pathology laboratory environment
- Regular patient interaction