Relief Blood Bank Technologist

South African National Blood Service; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the healthcare sector is seeking an entry-level Medical Technologist. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to vital healthcare services while ensuring quality and risk management in laboratory settings. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and attention to detail, working collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. With responsibilities that include maintaining laboratory instruments and engaging with customers, this position promises to be both rewarding and impactful. Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to excellence and community service.

Qualifications

• Must be HPCSA registered as a Medical Technologist in Blood Transfusion.
• Relevant experience is necessary for HPCSA registration.

Responsibilities

• Maintain instruments and laboratories to ensure operational objectives.
• Engage in customer relations and uphold quality and risk management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Customer service orientation

Effective communication

Education

HPCSA registered Medical Technologist

Tools

Laboratory skills

Administrative skills

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Key Performance Areas

• Operational objectives
• Specialist technical functions
• Quality and risk management
• Instrument and laboratory maintenance
• Customer relations

Special Requirements

Job Specific Requirements

• Overtime as required
• Night shift and weekend duties as rostered
• Occasional local and national travel

Person Specific Requirements

• Good physical health, endurance, and mobility
• Must not be color blind
• Attention to detail and proficient eyesight

Competencies

Cognitive

• Analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Judgment and decision making

Personal

• Ethical behavior
• Personal development
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Orientation towards excellence
• Drive and commitment

Interpersonal

• Customer service orientation
• Relationship building
• Effective communication
• Diversity engagement
• Teamwork and knowledge sharing

Professional/Technical

• System competence
• Laboratory and blood grouping skills
• Administrative skills

Principles of Excellence

• Customer service
• Ethical behavior
• Excellence orientation
• Diversity engagement
• Teamwork

Minimum Requirements

• HPCSA registered Medical Technologist (Blood Transfusion)
• Relevant experience for HPCSA registration

Additional Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Healthcare Provider

Industry: Non-profit Organizations