Experienced Medical Technologist / Laboratory Scientist

PathCare; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical laboratory is seeking an Experienced Medical Technologist / Laboratory Scientist in Gauteng, Centurion. The ideal candidate must hold a 3-year Biomedical Technology diploma or a 4-year Medical Laboratory Scientist degree in Microbiology, with current HPCSA registration. Responsibilities include technical procedure development and client management, requiring strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. The position requires fluency in English and an understanding of Afrikaans, with a schedule including day and night shifts.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the HPCSA in Microbiology.
• 3-7 years of Microbiology experience post HPCSA registration.
• Experience in technical procedure development and implementation.

Skills

Microbiology expertise

Computer literacy

Excellent attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Advanced problem-solving ability

Ability to oversee and train junior staff

Client-focused approach

Education

3-year Biomedical Technology diploma

4-year Medical Laboratory Scientist degree in Microbiology

Job description

Job title : Experienced Medical Technologist / Laboratory Scientist

Job Location : Gauteng, Centurion Deadline : July 31, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Key Competency Requirements

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3-year Biomedical Technology diploma / 4-year Medical Laboratory Scientist degree in Microbiology

• Current registration with the HPCSA in Microbiology
• Computer literate with Skylims knowledge is advantageous
• Knowledge / understanding of the stock management system
• Must have 3-7 years of Microbiology experience post HPCSA registration.
• Experience in technical procedure development and implementation.
• Experience with managing queries for internal / external clients.
• Experience in maintaining QA Systems
• Client-focused with strong interpersonal relations
• Excellent attention to detail
• Advanced problem-solving ability
• Effective verbal and electronic communication skills
• Ability to oversee and train junior staff and students
• Ability to work under pressure and display resilience and tenacity in challenging situations
• Result-orientated
• Must be fluent in English with an understanding of Afrikaans
• Must be prepared to work both day and night shifts, weekends & public holidays
• Must have an acceptable track record / performance record with regard to the technical and behavioural competencies required to perform in this position