TECHNICIAN POSITION REF: 20000300

Durban University Of Technology; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Durban is looking for a Technician to support Clinical Technology training. The ideal candidate will hold a BHSC or BTech in Clinical Technology and be registered with HPCSA. Responsibilities include conducting practical training, overseeing clinical practice rotations, and ensuring laboratory quality control. Applicants should have strong communication and organizational skills, and experience in student training is preferred. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• One-year experience in a Clinical Technology Training unit.
• Experience in training of students in Clinical Practice.

Responsibilities

• Undertake practical training and assessment.
• Conduct student practicals.
• Co-ordinate Clinical Practice rotations.
• Ensure quality control in the Clinical Technology Skills Laboratory.

Skills

Specialised in Critical care

Specialised in Cardiology

Specialised in Cardiovascular perfusion

Organisational skills

Networking skills

Leadership skills

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Education

BHSC or BTech in Clinical Technology

Registration with HPCSA as a Graduate Clinical Technologist

Job description

Job title: Technician Position Ref: ********

Job location: KwaZulu-Natal, Durban
Deadline: 31 December ****

Minimum Requirements

• BHSC or BTech in Clinical Technology
• Specialised in either Critical care, Cardiology or Cardiovascular perfusion
• Registration with HPCSA as a Graduate Clinical Technologist
• One-year experience in a Clinical Technology Training unit

Additional Recommendations

• Experience in training of students in Clinical Practice in Clinical Technology
• Good organisational and administrative skills
• Networking and leadership skills
• Proficiency in numeracy and calculations
• Proficiency in communication skills
• A motivated self-starter, responsible and accountable individual and a team player
• Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, Power‑point, internet and email use
• Keenness to upgrade qualifications
• Keenness to register for Master of Health Sciences in Clinical Technology after a year in the post

Summary of Duties

• Undertake practical training and assessment
• Conduct student practicals
• Co‑ordinate Clinical Practice rotations
• Monitor students' progress in Clinical Practice if need arises
• Co‑ordination and invigilation of theoretical assessments
• Ensure quality control in the Clinical Technology Skills Laboratory, as well as manage the day‑to‑day running of the laboratory
• Co‑ordination of discretionary clinical grant and other institutional budgets
• Communication with students and staff in clinical training and DUT through traditional and online platforms
• Involved in community engagement projects
• Undertake any additional duties assigned by HOD
• Work collegially with team members towards attaining the goals of the department, faculty and institution