The incumbent will perform overall operations, testing and authorize release of test results in the Haematology, Chemical pathology, Microbiology and incoming materials section of Quality Control department and assist the Head: QC in their absence in handling complex technical functions. Works within established rules, regulations, policies and practices.

Key Performance Areas:

• Operational (Clinical Pathology and critical materials)
• Quality and Risk Management
• Provide technical expertise and consultation service to internal and external customers / stakeholders
• Deputation and training duties
• Financial and Administrative functions

 

Competencies

• Analytical Thinking and Attention to Detail
• Excellence Orientation
• Customer Service Orientation
• Practical Execution
• Project Management
• Judgement and Decision Making
• Personal Development
• Knowledge Sharing Process
• Engineering/Systems Competence
• Problem Solving Self Management
• Team work
• Computer Literacy.
• Best Practice Thinking.
• Planning, Organising and Monitoring
• Ethical Behaviour
• Communication
  
• SAP/Meditech Skills

 

NOTE:

1. All applications will be considered with reference to SANBS’ Employment Equity Plan
2. Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not be contacted within three weeks after the closing date

 Furthermore note that no advertisement mayin any way make reference to /or exclude anybody based on race, gender etc.

 

 

• Diploma in Biomedical Technology
• Registered Medical Technologist in Clinical Pathology
• Registration with a professional body HPCSA

Experience:

• 3 Years Clinical Pathology experience.

Other (skills & knowledge):

• Be familiar with the accreditation guide (ISO: 15189) for diagnosistic purposes and (ISO: 17025) for lab
• Understanding of Blood Transfusion Standards.
• Understanding of HPCSA regulations.
• Understanding of SANAS regulations and audit process.
• SAP and Meditech oratories and good laboratory practice.

Job Specific Requirements

• Drivers License and out of hours transport necessary
• Overtime as and when required
• Work on public holidays if required
• Participate in rostered call duty
• Travel and overnight stays
• Work in adverse conditions, such as walk-in cold rooms, freezers and with hazardous chemicals and solutions
• Computer Literate
• Proficient Eye Sight