Join the HSE at Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise as a Paediatric Phlebotomist in a permanent part-time position. This specialized healthcare role offers the opportunity to work with children in a supportive hospital environment with competitive public sector benefits and career development opportunities.
About the Role
We’re seeking an experienced Paediatric Phlebotomist to join our team at Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise. This permanent part-time position requires specialized skills in pediatric blood collection and venipuncture techniques for children of all ages, working as part of our dedicated healthcare team.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform venipuncture and blood collection procedures on pediatric patients using age-appropriate techniques
- Ensure child safety and comfort during blood collection procedures through specialized pediatric approaches
- Maintain accurate patient records and specimen labeling in compliance with laboratory protocols
- Collaborate with nursing staff and medical teams to coordinate patient care
- Process and prepare blood samples for laboratory analysis following established procedures
- Maintain sterile technique and infection control standards in all phlebotomy procedures
- Provide reassurance and support to children and their families during procedures
Required Qualifications
Essential Requirements
- Demonstrated experience working specifically in paediatric phlebotomy
- Strong technical skills in pediatric venipuncture and blood collection techniques
- Excellent communication skills with children and families
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control procedures
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team
Preferred Qualifications
- Formal phlebotomy training or certification
- Previous experience in acute hospital pediatric settings
- Knowledge of pediatric development stages and age-appropriate care approaches
- Experience with difficult pediatric venous access cases
What We Offer
- Competitive salary scale: €37,414 – €49,507 per annum (pro-rata for part-time), based on HSE Phlebotomist grade scale effective March 2025
- Permanent contract providing long-term job security
- Public sector benefits including pension scheme, generous annual leave, and sick leave provisions
- Career development opportunities with access to HSE training and professional development programs
- Supportive work environment in a modern acute hospital setting
- Work-life balance with part-time hours arrangement
- Employee wellbeing supports and occupational health services
Ready to Apply?
This position closes on 13 October 2025 at 12:00 PM. Interviews will be scheduled at short notice following the closing date. For informal queries about the role, contact Margaret Rice, Assistant Director of Nursing, at margaret.rice@hse.ie or 087 263 0831.
