Medical Technologist / Medical Laboratory Scientist

JDJ Diagnostics; Mthatha; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare diagnostics provider in Mthatha seeks a Medical Technologist to ensure compliance with health and safety standards and manage laboratory tests. The ideal candidate requires a Diploma in Biomedical Technology and HPCSA registration. Responsibilities include maintenance, documentation, and teamwork in a high-standard laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• 0 - 5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times.
• Perform preventive equipment maintenance as per schedule.
• Record and verify temperature readings and maintenance.

Skills

Strong analytical and documentation skills

Broad knowledge of basic laboratory techniques

Previous experience in a laboratory or medical setting

Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail

Ability to properly clean and maintain equipment

Willingness to work in a team

Effective communication skills (verbal and written)

Computer literacy

Time management and evaluation skills

Education

Diploma in Biomedical Technology or Bachelor of Health Science

Registration with HPCSA as Medical Technologist in Clinical Pathology

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times each day / month / year.

• Perform preventive equipment maintenance as per schedule.
• Record temperature readings and equipment maintenance daily in accordance with relevant SOPs, ensuring documents are accessible and retrievable.
• Maintain compliance with laboratory Turnaround Time (TAT) and uphold daily standards.
• Manage stock efficiently on the bench, receive samples, and determine if samples are acceptable for further analysis.
• Perform tests according to SOPs.
• Verify test results.
• Understand the physical and chemical principles of various analyses performed.
• Complete corrective actions and troubleshooting logs for QC and equipment failures.
• Run Instrument Quality Controls (IQC) and External Quality Assessments (EQA).
• Record Non-Compliance (NC).
• Document Customer Complaints.
• Manage Overdue and Pending Action lists.
• Identify results outside expected findings or reference ranges, and report any abnormal results as per SOP.
• Perform data checks as per SOP.
• Comply with professional conduct standards established by the organization and relevant professional bodies.
• Address Uncertainty of Measurement.
• Participate in Inter-Lab Comparisons and Validations.
• Engage in continuing professional development (CPD) activities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

Diploma : Biomedical Technology / Bachelor of Health Science : National Laboratory Science / NQF level 6 or 7

Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist in Clinical Pathology

Experience

0 - 5 years of experience.

REQUIRED SKILLS :

Strong analytical and documentation skills.

• Broad knowledge of basic laboratory techniques.
• Previous experience in a laboratory or medical setting.
• Comfortable using medical technologies and laboratory equipment.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to properly clean and maintain equipment.
• Willingness to work in a team.
• Effective communication skills (verbal and written).
• Computer literacy.
• Time management and evaluation skills.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES :

• Teamwork skills and the ability to work under demanding situations.
• Accuracy, detail orientation, and flexibility.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Self-management skills.
• Capacity to handle personal and sensitive information responsibly.

Please note that all shortlisted applications are subject to verification checks.