Phlebotomist - Outpatient Clinical Services
Posted date [2026-09-25]
(ID: 52495)
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Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim is one of the most progressive regional family business houses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. |
Job Description and Requirements
Phlebotomist - Outpatient Clinical ServicesJob Snapshot
Role: Phlebotomist
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Hospital and Health Care
Function: Healthcare/Medical General
Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a Phlebotomist
Job Type: Full Time
Position Overview
Al-Futtaim Health is hiring a Phlebotomist in Dubai, UAE to join the multidisciplinary team at HealthHub Dubai Festival City. The role focuses on safe and accurate venepuncture, specimen collection and processing, patient identification, infection control, and compassionate patient support within a busy outpatient clinical environment. Candidates must hold a DHA Phlebotomist license or DHA Eligibility and have at least two years of relevant experience.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Hospital and Health Care
Function: Healthcare/Medical General
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
About the Role
As a Phlebotomist, you will perform blood collection procedures for adult and paediatric patients while maintaining patient safety,
specimen integrity, and a positive clinical experience.
You will work alongside physicians, nurses, laboratory teams, and other healthcare professionals supporting diagnostic testing, health screening, and preventive healthcare services. The position requires confidence in independent blood collection together with a calm and professional approach when supporting patients who may be anxious about procedures.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform venepuncture and blood collection procedures for adult and paediatric patients.
* Collect, label, process, and prepare specimens accurately.
* Follow appropriate specimen handling and transportation procedures.
* Verify patient identity before blood collection and specimen processing.
* Maintain patient confidentiality throughout clinical interactions.
* Support health screening and preventive healthcare programmes.
* Monitor patients during and after blood collection.
* Maintain accurate clinical documentation and records.
* Work effectively with physicians, nurses, laboratory personnel, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Patient Care
Explain blood collection procedures clearly and professionally so patients understand what to expect. Reassure anxious patients and maintain a calm, compassionate approach throughout the procedure.
The role serves a diverse patient population, making respectful communication and the ability to interact effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds particularly important.
Quality and Compliance
* Follow DHA regulations and applicable laboratory standards.
* Adhere to infection prevention and control procedures.
* Maintain accurate records and documentation.
* Follow established quality assurance requirements.
* Maintain patient safety standards during specimen collection and handling.
Essential Requirements
* DHA Licensed Phlebotomist or DHA Eligibility.
* Minimum 2 years of experience as a Phlebotomist.
* Strong venepuncture and specimen collection skills.
* Experience performing blood collection independently.
* Excellent patient communication and customer service skills.
* Good understanding of infection prevention and patient safety.
* Fluent English communication skills.
* Good computer literacy and documentation skills.
Preferred Experience and Languages
Arabic or Tagalog language skills are highly preferred alongside English.
Relevant experience may include work in outpatient clinics, medical centres, hospitals, diagnostic centres, or health screening programmes. Experience collecting blood from paediatric patients and performing difficult venous access procedures is also preferred.
Why Join HealthHub
The position is based at HealthHub Dubai Festival City and includes a 5-day working week, competitive salary and benefits package, medical insurance, life assurance, ongoing training and development opportunities, and opportunities for career growth within Al-Futtaim Health.
The role also provides the opportunity to work in a modern healthcare environment alongside a multidisciplinary clinical team serving a diverse patient population.
About Al-Futtaim Health
Al-Futtaim Health is the healthcare division of Al-Futtaim Group and delivers community-based healthcare services across the UAE. Its HealthHub network includes more than 12 clinics across Dubai, supported by a Day Surgery Centre, Al-Futtaim Health Labs, pharmacy, home healthcare, and digital health services.
The healthcare network covers more than 25 medical specialties and includes over 150 specialist physicians and healthcare professionals, with a focus on accessible healthcare, preventive care, innovation, and clinical quality.
You will work alongside physicians, nurses, laboratory teams, and other healthcare professionals supporting diagnostic testing, health screening, and preventive healthcare services. The position requires confidence in independent blood collection together with a calm and professional approach when supporting patients who may be anxious about procedures.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform venepuncture and blood collection procedures for adult and paediatric patients.
* Collect, label, process, and prepare specimens accurately.
* Follow appropriate specimen handling and transportation procedures.
* Verify patient identity before blood collection and specimen processing.
* Maintain patient confidentiality throughout clinical interactions.
* Support health screening and preventive healthcare programmes.
* Monitor patients during and after blood collection.
* Maintain accurate clinical documentation and records.
* Work effectively with physicians, nurses, laboratory personnel, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Patient Care
Explain blood collection procedures clearly and professionally so patients understand what to expect. Reassure anxious patients and maintain a calm, compassionate approach throughout the procedure.
The role serves a diverse patient population, making respectful communication and the ability to interact effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds particularly important.
Quality and Compliance
* Follow DHA regulations and applicable laboratory standards.
* Adhere to infection prevention and control procedures.
* Maintain accurate records and documentation.
* Follow established quality assurance requirements.
* Maintain patient safety standards during specimen collection and handling.
Essential Requirements
* DHA Licensed Phlebotomist or DHA Eligibility.
* Minimum 2 years of experience as a Phlebotomist.
* Strong venepuncture and specimen collection skills.
* Experience performing blood collection independently.
* Excellent patient communication and customer service skills.
* Good understanding of infection prevention and patient safety.
* Fluent English communication skills.
* Good computer literacy and documentation skills.
Preferred Experience and Languages
Arabic or Tagalog language skills are highly preferred alongside English.
Relevant experience may include work in outpatient clinics, medical centres, hospitals, diagnostic centres, or health screening programmes. Experience collecting blood from paediatric patients and performing difficult venous access procedures is also preferred.
Why Join HealthHub
The position is based at HealthHub Dubai Festival City and includes a 5-day working week, competitive salary and benefits package, medical insurance, life assurance, ongoing training and development opportunities, and opportunities for career growth within Al-Futtaim Health.
The role also provides the opportunity to work in a modern healthcare environment alongside a multidisciplinary clinical team serving a diverse patient population.
About Al-Futtaim Health
Al-Futtaim Health is the healthcare division of Al-Futtaim Group and delivers community-based healthcare services across the UAE. Its HealthHub network includes more than 12 clinics across Dubai, supported by a Day Surgery Centre, Al-Futtaim Health Labs, pharmacy, home healthcare, and digital health services.
The healthcare network covers more than 25 medical specialties and includes over 150 specialist physicians and healthcare professionals, with a focus on accessible healthcare, preventive care, innovation, and clinical quality.
