Lead Blood Grouping Specialist – Donation Testing

South African National Blood Service

Umhlanga Rocks

On-site

ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

The South African National Blood Service is recruiting to oversee the Blood Grouping section within the Donation Testing Department. The role requires expertise in 1st and Confirmatory Blood Grouping (ABO, Rh, irregular antibodies) and timely result transmission while complying with quality standards.

Qualified HPCSA Medical Technologists in Blood Transfusion with at least 4 years of transfusion experience are preferred to lead the team and ensure accurate, compliant blood grouping and release

Qualifications

HPCSA Registered Medical Technologist (Blood Transfusion) is required.
Minimum 4 years of Blood Transfusion experience.
Experience in Blood Grouping, ABO/Rh testing and serology desirable.

Responsibilities

Manage the Blood Grouping section of the Donation Testing Department.
Oversee 1st Line and Confirmatory Blood Grouping, including ABO, Rh, irregular antibody screening and related tests.
Ensure timely transmission of results within strict turnaround times.
Uphold quality standards and adherence to protocols.
Provide technical expertise in Blood Grouping and review/release results.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Conflict management

Teamwork

System competence

Technical skills

Laboratory skills

Blood testing/grouping

Motivating people

Education

HPCSA Registered Medical Technologist (Blood Transfusion)

Tools

SAP

Meditech

Job description

Qualified HPCSA Medical Technologists in Blood Transfusion with at least 4 years of transfusion experience are preferred to lead the team and ensure accurate, compliant blood grouping and release

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