Phlebotomist at Tumaini La Maisha (TLM) Tanzania

Tumaini La Maisha (TLM) Tanzania is a Tanzanian NGO with registration number 01435 is based in Dar es Salaam and has its registered address at P.O. Box 65030. TLM supports the National Children's Cancer Network and works closely with (Muhimbili National Hospital) MNH and other government hospitals in the country. Our overarching objective is to improve the quality of paediatric oncology care across Tanzania and provide access to all children in need. For more information about what we do, please visit our website at: www.wearetlm.org

• Job Title: Phlebotomist - 1 position
• Job Code: 007
• Reporting to: Medical Program Manager
• Salary NET: Negotiable
• Type of contract: Full time

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary: A Phlebotomist is a trained medical professional responsible for the safe collection of blood samples from patients (children) for testing, or transfusion purposes. The role involves working in the hospital by visiting bed to bed, wards and clinics. Phlebotomists ensure accurate specimen collection by following established protocols, maintaining patient safety, and providing excellent customer service to ease patients' anxieties. They are also responsible for labeling and storing blood samples, maintaining records, and ensuring cleanliness and sterilization of equipment. Phlebotomists may also be tasked with administrative duties such as data entry and communicating with healthcare providers about test results.

Key Responsibilities:

• You will be assigned to either attend the ward and outpatient phlebotomy clinic for all routine blood tests and IV cannulation.
• Collection of blood samples from patients by venipuncture or micro techniques with as little patient discomfort as possible.
• Identify the patient by comparing patient information on the requisition to the patient before venipuncture is performed while preserving their confidentiality
• Record all phlebotomy requisitions
• Label and record all test tubes, log procedures and file paperwork
• Facilitates the collection and transportation of laboratory specimens.
• Cannulation of any patient as requested by Medical / Nursing Staff for emergencies during working hours throughout the day including bed-side visiting.
• Follow ethical and legal standard precautions at all times
• Dispose all sharp instruments in a rigid sharp container
• Clean and supply venipuncture trays
• Maintain clean work area
• Order supplies as needed
• Delivery of blood bottles and other related supplies
• Facilitate Slide staining of samples taken on Upendo procedure room on a daily basis. This can either be performed on Upendo in the procedure room or at the lab but samples must be stained and ready to be read within 24hours of their collection.
• Perform any other duties assigned by your supervisor or management

Skills and Qualifications:

• Holder of Diploma/Bachelor Degree in Laboratory technician or in any related field from a recognized institution
• Proven communication, supervision, interpersonal, and managerial skills.
• Ability to schedule and manage tasks effectively in a fast-paced growing environment
• Fluent in English language

Mode of application:

All application should be sent to: [email protected]. Remember to indicate the job position and code on the subject email when applying. Application package includes, updated curriculum Vitae (CV), cover letter, valid practicing license and academic certificates. Applications closes on 30^th July 2025 at 17:00 hrs.

The positions are contingent upon the availability of grant funding. TLM Tanzania is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on race, color, sex, gender, religion, creed, national and ethnic origin, age, status as a perceived or actual victim of domestic violence, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or status.