Phlebotomists (2 Position)
Post: Phlebotomists (2 Position).
Duty Station: Zone Blood Transfusion Centre (Mwanza/Mtwara).
Reports to: Head of Donation.
Duties and Responsibilities:-
Performs phlebotomy at the centre and at remote sites drawing blood from donors by using Standard operating Procedure.
Assist donor with questionnaires, performs physical check on donors like blood pressure, temperature, hemoglobin check and others.
Assembles equipment, such as tourniquet, needles, and disposable containers for needles, blood collection devices, gauze, cotton, and alcohol on work tray, according to requirements for specified donation site.
Verifies or records identity of donor and converses with donor to allay fear of procedure.
(Phlebotomy part)Works as team member providing excellent customer care service (greeting donor), as well as providing for safety and comfort of donors.
Duties will involve constant travel with the mobile blood donation team.
Performs any other duties assigned by head of Donation.
Required Qualifications
· Holder Diploma in Nursing or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
· Must be registered with Tanzania Nurses and Midwives Council, with work experience of at least three years.
· Must have a valid license to practice.
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· Computer literacy is essential.
· Age below 45.
MODE OF APPLICATION:
1. All application letters should be sent by post using the address below and letters delivered by hand shall not be considered.
2. Employees working with the Government Organizations /Hospitals should apply through their employers and their employment shall be through transfers depending on approval by the Permanent Secretary (Establishment).
3. Applications accompanied with a detailed CV and copies of certificates, testimonials and names of three referees should be addressed to the Program Manager – National Blood Transfusion Service P.O. Box 65019 Dar es Salaam so as to reach him before 25th April 2014.
