Laboratory Assistant : Cellular Therapy Laboratory

South African National Blood Service; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 150 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the healthcare sector is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for their Cellular Therapy Laboratory. The role involves administrative, operational, and safety duties to ensure the smooth running of laboratory functions. Candidates must be HPCSA registered and possess strong computer skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to critical healthcare services.

Qualifications

• HPCSA registration required.
• Experience with SAP and/or Meditech preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform data capture of patient and donor information.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and accreditation requirements.
• Prepare stem cell hampers for out-of-zone collections.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

Matric / Grade 12

HPCSA Registered Laboratory Assistant

Tools

SAP

Meditech

Job description

Laboratory Assistant: Cellular Therapy Laboratory

Listing reference: sanbs_

Listing status: Online

Apply by: 5 March

Position summary: To assist in the smooth and efficient running of the department by performing administrative, operational, quality, safety, and data capturing functions.

Key Performance Areas (KPA)

Administrative Duties

• Perform data capture of patient and donor information on internal and external databases.
• Prepare billing documentation and enterprise scan and load them onto the content server for the Finance department.
• Prepare patient files and documents for checking, signature, and dispatch.
• Maintain an efficient filing system such as stock control, equipment, maintenance, repairs, orders, and stores files.
• Print certificates of analysis for reagents and consumables received in the laboratory.
• Print freezer graphs and patient test results for filing.
• Create shopping carts on SAP.
• Follow up on outstanding items and orders in a timely fashion.
• Book travel-related requirements on the travel service provider site.
• Conduct stock take of laboratory consumables and generate reservations on SAP.
• Communicate with Stores regarding reservations.
• Maintain adequate stock of all supplies needed in the laboratory.
• Prepare documents to be archived according to SOP.
• Retrieve archived documents and files as required.
• Communicate with the Finance Department regarding billing enquiries.
• Prepare minutes of laboratory meetings as needed.
• Communicate with external service providers regarding problems experienced.
• Follow up on incomplete requisitions with physicians or transplant coordinators.
• Dispatch samples for testing by internal and external stakeholders.
• Attend to liquid nitrogen suppliers for deliveries.
• Send out flow cytometry reports to clinical facilities and clinicians.
• Handle internal receipt and delivery of samples as needed.
• Update stem cell calendar with requests for re-infusions.
• Dispatch samples and consumables upon request.
• Handle telephonic enquiries related to laboratory work.
• Interact professionally with stakeholders.

Operational Duties

• Prepare stem cell hampers for out-of-zone collections.
• Ensure accurate temperature monitoring of lab equipment.
• Coordinate eye serum donations with donor centers.
• Receive and process eye serum, including spinning and labeling.
• Update stem cell calendar with information from registries and clinical facilities.
• Receive, pack, and manage stock.
• Discard expired reagents and report wastage.
• Perform routine cleaning and inventory management.
• Attend scheduled meetings and perform other reasonable duties.

SHEQ Duties

• Ensure compliance with safety policies and accreditation requirements.
• Identify non-conformances and report to the Head of Cellular Therapy Laboratory.
• Assist with maintenance and calibration scheduling.
• Coordinate with vendors for services.
• Assist with healthcare risk waste management and incident reporting.
• Perform daily temperature checks and cleaning.
• Support problem-solving and troubleshooting.

Waste Disposal Duties

• Dispose of waste per SOP.
• Order, receive, and store waste from disposal providers.
• Attach labels, scan containers, and record waste electronically.
• Manage waste bin rotation and traceability documentation.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12
• HPCSA Registered Laboratory Assistant
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office
• SAP and/or Meditech experience preferable