Work-Force
A Phlebotomist position is being filled in Umhlanga. Suitable candidates from across KwaZulu-Natal are invited to submit their applications for review.
About the Opportunity
The organisation is investing in its Umhlanga operation, and this Phlebotomist position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the health jobs function and contribute to the wider KwaZulu-Natal business.
Day-to-day, the role balances focused delivery with the kind of collaboration that keeps things moving. The successful candidate is trusted to make sensible decisions inside the agreed scope, with line-management support whenever a sounding board is useful.
Tools, systems and information are there to support the role rather than slow it down. The company continues to invest in the technology that backs its Umhlanga teams, and the new Phlebotomist will feel that from the first week.
Why This Role
In addition, the hiring organisation may provide onboarding or skills development for this health jobs role in Umhlanga; the available support will be confirmed in the final vacancy details for KwaZulu-Natal.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
In addition, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Growing With Us
Beyond that, career progression for this health jobs role in Umhlanga depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in KwaZulu-Natal.
Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Umhlanga have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across KwaZulu-Natal.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Umhlanga team member.
The Environment
Equally, the environment is clinical, regulated and patient-centred. Shift work, infection control protocols and clear scope-of-practice boundaries are part of every working day.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Umhlanga site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Beyond that, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in KwaZulu-Natal.
Daily Duties
- Mentor student nurses and junior staff during their rotations
- Assist with admissions, discharges and patient transfers
- Participate in multi-disciplinary ward rounds and care planning
- Liaise with medical aids and process pre-authorisations where required
- Monitor vital signs and escalate clinical concerns to the attending clinician
- Operate and care for clinical equipment in line with manufacturer guidelines
- Provide compassionate, patient-centred care in line with scope of practice
Essential Criteria
- Computer literacy and experience with electronic health records
- Strong patient-centred communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to ongoing CPD and clinical learning
- Up-to-date immunisations as required by occupational health policy
- Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.