Medical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Technologist

JDJ Diagnostics; Carletonville; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector is seeking a Medical Technologist to ensure compliance with health standards and perform laboratory tests. The ideal candidate will hold a diploma in Biomedical Technology and be registered with HPCSA. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, managing samples, and adhering to quality control standards. This role offers an opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Registration with HPCSA as a Medical Technologist in Clinical Pathology.
• 0-5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety measures.
• Perform preventive equipment maintenance.
• Manage stock and receive samples for analysis.
• Perform tests and verify results according to SOP.

Skills

Analytical skills

Documentation skills

Knowledge of laboratory techniques

Experience in laboratory setting

Proficiency with medical technologies

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork orientation

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Time management skills

Education

Diploma in Biomedical Technology

Bachelor of Health Science: National Laboratory Science/NQF level 6 or 7

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

1. Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times.
2. Perform preventive equipment maintenance as per schedule.
3. Record temperature readings and equipment maintenance daily in accordance with SOPs, ensuring documents are accessible and retrievable.
4. Maintain compliance with laboratory Turnaround Time (TAT) and uphold daily standards.
5. Manage stock efficiently on the bench, receive samples, and determine if samples are acceptable for further analysis.
6. Perform tests in accordance with SOPs.
7. Verify test results.
8. Understand the physical and chemical principles of the analyses performed.
9. Complete corrective actions and troubleshooting logs for QC and equipment failures.
10. Run Instrument Quality Controls (IQC) and External Quality Assessments (EQA).
11. Record Non-Compliance (NC) and Customer Complaints.
12. Manage Overdue and Pending Action Lists.
13. Identify results outside expected or reference ranges and report abnormal findings as per SOP.
14. Perform Data Checks according to SOP.
15. Adhere to the standards of professional conduct established by the organization and professional bodies.
16. Handle Uncertainty of Measurement appropriately.
17. Participate in Inter-Lab Comparisons and Validations.
18. Engage in continuing professional development (CPD) activities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma in Biomedical Technology or Bachelor of Health Science: National Laboratory Science/NQF level 6 or 7.
• Registration with HPCSA as a Medical Technologist in Clinical Pathology.

Experience

• 0-5 years of relevant experience.

Required Skills

• Strong analytical and documentation skills.
• Broad knowledge of basic laboratory techniques.
• Experience in a laboratory or medical setting.
• Proficiency with medical technologies and laboratory equipment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to clean and maintain equipment properly.
• Teamwork orientation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Time management and evaluation skills.

Required Competencies

• Teamwork and ability to work under demanding conditions.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and flexibility.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Self-management.
• Ability to manage personal and sensitive information.

Please note that all shortlisted applications are subject to verification checks.