Histology Laboratory Assistant

Ampath Trust; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare laboratory in South Africa seeks a Histology Laboratory Assistant. This role involves specimen coordination, maintaining laboratory standards, and administrative tasks. Ideal candidates will have Grade 12 education with relevant subjects and experience in a pathology environment. Applicants must have a South African ID or valid work permit.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is mandatory.
• Experience in a pathology environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate specimens for accurate processing.
• Perform general laboratory tasks to maintain safety standards.
• Handle administrative functions regarding laboratory queries.

Skills

Knowledge of Meditech system

Education

Grade 12 with English, Biology (Life Sciences), and Mathematics

HPCSA Registration in Relevant Register

Job description

Advert Reference:

P15877 Histology Laboratory Assistant

Job Title:

Histology Laboratory Assistant

Closing Date:

2025/06/13

Position Available From:

2025-06-02

Area:

Boshoff Street Pietermaritzburg

Actual Place Of Work:

Boshoff Street Pietermaritzburg

Position Type:

Full-Time

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Conditions:

5 day Work Week (South Africa)

Purpose of Position:

To clean and maintain laboratory and assist with preparation of specimens in the laboratory.

Requirements:

Grade 12 (Required), Grade 12 with English, Biology (Life Sciences) and Mathematics, HPCSA Registration in Relevant Register and Practice Field

Required Experience:

Experience within a pathology environment, Knowledge: Meditech system

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate all specimens to ensure efficient/accurate processing of specimens., Maintain good client relations in order to promote the image of Ampath, Perform administrative functions in order to ensure all queries, add on’s, outstandings, sendaway and pathologist slides are handled/resolved timeously., Perform general laboratory tasks to ensure that relevant safety and accreditation standards are maintained.

Applicants must have a South African ID or a valid South African work permit. We do not accept any faxed or emailed CVs. If we have not contacted you within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.