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NATIONAL HEALTH LABORATORY SERVICES (NHLS)
GUIDELINES TO APPLICANTS
1. If you meet the requirements, kindly forward a concise CV to The relevant Practitioner/Administrator (Human Resources) by email or logging on to the NHLS career page http://careers.nhls.ac.za (I-Recruitment), quoting the reference number and the job title.
2. Response Email addresses of the relevant HR representative and or Region is supplied at the end of each regional adverts. The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application has been received. Incomplete applications and applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
3. Any credentials of the contract of employment will be subject to criminal record checks, citizen verification, financial record checks, qualification/Study verification, previous employment verification, social media accounts behavior/comments verifications, competency/psychometric assessments, signing of performance contract on appointment, signing of an employment contract on appointment, presentation etc.
4. All health professional roles may be subjected to further assessment in line with the applicable proficiency matrix to determine the correct level and or grade.
5. The NHLS reserves the right, at its discretion, to remove the advertisement and or not to appoint.
6. Internal employees are required to complete a period of twelve months in current role before they can be eligible to apply for transfer.
7. Proof of registration with a Professional body (e.g. HPCSA, SANC etc.) and other supporting documents should accompany all applications.
8. These positions are open to all employees of the NHLS Including the employees who are on contract in similar or different positions.
9. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
10. The NHLS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The filing of posts will be guided by the NHLS employment Equity Targets.
11. Successful applicants will be remunerated on the published scale associated with the grade of the post. This means that the remuneration of an applicant who is successful for a position that is lower than his/her current job grade will be adjusted downward with effect from the date of appointment.
12. External applicants shall be responsible for all expenditure related to attendance of interviews.
13. This is an open advert. External applicants are welcome to apply for this bulletin
CLOSING DATE: 15 SEPTEMBER 2022
CORPORATE REGION
BUSINESS UNIT: FINANCE
DISCIPLINE: BUSINESS ANALYSIS
LOCATION: SANDRINGHAM
POSITION: MANAGER: BUSINESS ANALYSIS
PAY GRADE: D2
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORFIN0922/001-01 (80190-001-1457)
Key Job Responsibility: ■ Identify, innovate, develop and implement new business analysis and reporting tools to enhance NHLS business performance ■ Provide in-depth analysis of business data to interrogate and monitor business performance in order to ensure alignment with business strategy, and if necessary to advise on corrective action required ■ Design and implement reports and presentations for provincial and parliamentary authorities as and when required by the CEO and CFO to ensure compliance with all NHLS, Dept of Health, National Treasury and PFMA reporting requirements ■ Provide technical and financial support to the business to ensure that the necessary skills transfer takes place ■ Ensure that relevant policies and standard operating procedures are in line with NHLS standards ■ Direct and manage the management accounting function of the organization to ensure that the information provided to the Accounting Authority and Executive Authority is timeous and accurate ■ Manage the annual budgeting cycle to ensure that NHLS operational timelines are adhered to ■ Direct and manage the costing and pricing function of the organization to ensure that the NHLS achieves its business strategy ■ Direct and manage the reporting of all relevant business indicators to senior management to ensure that the actual performance is tracked relative to the business strategy ■ Monitor and report on variances in the budget ■ Manage the capital expenditure for NHLS ■ Direct and manage the frontline support for financial systems to internal and external customers to facilitate efficient business management ■ Assist the procurement department in the evaluation of financial information for tenders ■ Monitor and analyse business performance against the budget and provide information to assist in management decision making and allow the organization to achieve its financial objectives ■ Manage and develop staff within the unit to ensure that they are adequately skilled and aware of all policies and procedures.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ B Comm degree Finance related qualification (NQF Level 7) ■CIMA (desirable) ■ 8 (eight) years’ experience in a finance environment (cost management and financial analysis) of which 3 (three) years must be at manager level ■ Broad-based knowledge of IT systems ■ Change Management ■Advanced computer Literacy including Database management ■ Knowledge of PFMA and other financial statutory legislation ■ Team leadership ■ Oracle and/or similar ERP systems (desirable) ■ Budgeting / forecasting / planning skills ■ Analytical thinking ■ Accuracy and attention to detail ■ Good interpersonal skills ■ Adherence to strict deadlines ■ Frequent requests for information within unrealistic time frame ■ Ability to deal with and provide support to managers who have limited knowledge of financial system ■ Management and Organizational Skills ■ Excellent Communication skills ■ Ability to influence people.
Enquiries may be directed to Mmathapelo Mthethwa @ (011) 555 0583, or e-mail application to corporate1@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: FINANCE
DISCIPLINE: FACILITIES
LOCATION: SANDRINGHAM
POSITION: ELECTRICIAN (AMENDMENT)
PAY GRADE: B5
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPFIN0622/001-05 (04934-002-8002)
Key Job Responsibility: ■ Repair and maintain all electrical facilities (including electrical reticulation, generators and UPSs) as per SOP to ensure electricity (power) supply to the offices and laboratories. ■ Test and record generators on a weekly basis to ensure electricity supply during downtime. ■ check and record generators and UPSs daily to ensure electricity supply during downtime. ■ Ensure that generator tanks are refuelled on a regular basis in order to maintain full capacity at all times. ■ Check generators, UPSs, fridges, cold rooms and server room air cons during power outages in order to ensure uninterrupted power supply to those equipment. ■ Install additional electrical facilities as requested to meet customer needs. ■ Clean and maintain the relevant area and tools as required ensuring compliance with safety standards and legislation. ■ Count and check tools for defects to ensure that tools are accounted for and in good working condition. ■ Monitor and check all electrical installations to ensure that work is done according to standard. ■ Service electrical distribution boards, switch gears, transformers, and other electrical infrastructure ■ Make sure that all electrical distribution boards and electrical switches have legends and labelled respectively. ■ Issue electrical Certificate of Compliance after an electrical installation or alteration has been made
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) ■ Electrical Trade Tests (SA/SAQA approved) ■ Electrical Wireman’s License (SA/SAQA approved) ■ N4 Electrical Engineering Certificate or higher ■Valid Driver's license ■ 2 (two) years post trade test experience within the electrical field ■ ORHVS Certified (desirable) ■ Basic Knowledge of OSHA ■ Knowledge of specific / relevant equipment used ■ Knowledge of Operating Machinery (e.g. Grinder, Hammer etc.) ■ Knowledge of UPSs and generators; Transformers; Switch Gears ■Knowledge of wiring; ■ Fault finding knowledge. ■ Attention to detail ■ Communication skills ■ Ability to adapt to different working environments ■ Meeting deadlines / Time management ■ Interpersonal Skills ■ Ability to work in a team ■ Work independently ■ Manual & Technical Skills ■ Creativity.
Enquiries may be directed to Mmathapelo Mthethwa @ (011) 555 0583, or e-mail application to corporate1@nhls.ac.za
EASTERN CAPE REGION
BUSINESS UNIT: NELSON MANDELA ACADEMIC LABORATORY
DISCIPLINE: MICROBIOLOGY
LOCATION: NELSON MANDELA ACADEMIC HOSPITAL
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-NMAL0622/001-03 (23006-011-8014)
Main Purpose of the Job
Conducts and monitors a variety of diagnostic analyses of patient specimens to provide accurate laboratory test results to aid in and confirm clinical diagnosis and treatment therapies.
Key Job Responsibility
Operational efficiency of laboratory: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times – each day/month/year ■ Perform preventive equipment maintenance performed as per set schedule ■ Daily compliance - Record temperature readings and equipment maintenance in accordance with relevant SOPs ensuring documents are accessible and retrievable ■ Compliance with in-lab TAT and upholding the standard each day ■ Efficient stock control on bench ■ Receive samples and determine if sample is acceptable to proceed with further analysis ■ Perform tests in accordance with SOPs ■ Verify test results.
QMS: ■ Understand the physical and chemical principles of the various analyses performed ■ Complete corrective action and troubleshooting logs for QC and equipment failures ■ Run Instrument Quality Controls (“IQC”) and EQA ■Record Non-Compliance (“NC”). Record Customer Complaints ■ Print and action Overdue and Pending List.
Assessments of results/Special stains/Interpretation of results: ■ Identify results that are outside expected finding or clinically established reference ranges and ensure as per SOP and report any abnormal results ■ Perform Data Checks as per SOP ■ Uncertainty of measurement ■ Inter-lab comparisons and validations.
Teaching, Training & Dev of Laboratory staff: ■ Attend actively CPD activities ■ 1x CPD presentation per annum in the 2nd and 3rd year.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ National Diploma: Biomedical Technology/ Bachelor of Health Science: Laboratory Science / NQF level 6 or 7 ■ Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist in Microbiology / Clinical Pathology ■ Perform sampling and analysis of blood, tissue and body fluids ■ Preparation of samples for examination ■ Knowledge for the usage of specialized instrumentation ■ Knowledge of infection control and sterilization protocols ■ Accurate interpretation of results ■ Establish and monitor programmes that ensure data accuracy ■ Accuracy and organisational skills ■ Attention to details striving for an error free standard ■ Ability to identity problems and troubleshoot ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Communication skills (verbal, written & presentation ■ Computer Literacy ■ Time management and evaluation skills.
Enquiries may be directed Phumzile Mbilini @ (047) 502 4192, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: NELSON MANDELA ACADEMIC LABORATORY
DISCIPLINE: HISTOLOGY
LOCATION: NELSON MANDELA ACADEMIC HOSPITAL
POSITION: TYPIST (DICTAPHONE) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B3
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-NMAL0819/001-03 (23002-001-3011)
Main Purpose of the Job
Responsible for the receiving, capturing and distribution of all specimens to ensure correct information is obtained and recorded and to facilitate the speedy processing of specimens in terms of service objectives.
Key Job Responsibility: ■ Type all Pathologist’s reports from a Dictaphone to ensure timeous and accurate completion of reports ■ Draw up a report by collating details from audio and visual sources in a logical way so as to facilitate well-presented reports. ■ Type post-mortem results and ensure a good filing system-making retrieval of documentation easier, should it be needed for medico-legal disputes or general enquiries. ■ Responding to queries by referring the doctors to the relevant pathologists. ■ Printing and dispatching of all pathology reports to all respective doctors, to ensure optimal patient care.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 with typing as a subject ■ 1 (one) year Dictaphone typing ■ Post-qualification experience in a diagnostic laboratory ■ Knowledge of Medical Terminology ■ Interpersonal skills ■Good listening skills ■ Computer literacy – Laboratory system ■ Speed and accuracy in typing ■ Ability to work under pressure, within a team and with minimal supervision ■ Willingness to work unsociable hours, shifts, weekends, public holidays ■ Candidates will be required to do a typing competency test.
Enquiries may be directed Phumzile Mbilini @ (047) 502 4192, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: OR TAMBO AND CHRIS HANI
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT
LOCATION: QUEENSTOWN HOSPITAL
POSITION: CLERK LABORATORY (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B2
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-ORT&CH/001-05 (24600-007-7009)
Main Purpose of the Job
Responsible for the receiving, capturing and distribution of all specimens to ensure correct information is obtained and recorded and to facilitate the speedy processing of specimens in terms of service objectives.
Key Job Responsibility: ■ Verifies the suitability of specimens for processing ■ Receives, labels and sorts specimens for testing according to the SOP’s ■ Captures patient’s information into the system ■ Creates shipping lists of samples for distributions to laboratories ■ Administers the distribution of samples to ensure smooth channelling of specimens to various disciplines ■ Receipt and downloading of electronic referrals to correlate specimen received with information provided and follow up accordingly, in order to improve turnaround times ■ Responsible for appropriate packaging, recording, and monitoring of all out-going referral specimens ■ Keeps specimens request forms for audit purposes ■ Handle administrative queries, phone out results, initiate printing and faxing of reports ■ Advise clinicians/nurses on type of samples and/or sample containers required to perform specific tests in order to prevent incorrect sample.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 ■ Secretarial Certificate (Desirable) ■ 1 (One) year clerical experience ■ 1 (One) year laboratory experience (Desirable) ■ Knowledge of Laboratory Information System ■ General administration knowledge ■ Computer skills ■ Communication skills (Verbal, written, presentation) ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Attention to detail ■ Candidates will be required to do a typing competency test.
Enquiries may be directed Phumzile Mbilini @ (047) 502 4192, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: OR TAMBO AND CHRIS HANI
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: COFIMVABA HOSPITAL
POSITION: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
(FIXED TERM CONTRACT – 03 MONTHS) (MATERNITY REPLACEMENT)
PAY GRADE: LT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-ORT&CH0722/001-01 (25000-007-7014)
Main Purpose of the Job
To perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease under the supervision of a medical technologist
Key Job Responsibility
Laboratory Safety Compliance: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times-each day / month / year ■ Adherence to decontamination procedures upheld 100% of the time (e.g. daily bench decontamination, bio-hazardous spills, and instrument decontamination spills post service ■ 100% compliance on recording of temperature readings in accordance with relevant SOP’s
Laboratory Process (Produced laboratory work and/or Laboratory Reports: ■ Daily receive, sort and prioritize patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■ Daily analyse patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■Ensures that reliable and accurate results are generated 100% of the time ■ Daily adherence to set turnaround times for each tests onsite(NB) timed up to the preliminary reports ■ Daily filing and storage of specimen ■ Checks abnormal results according to laboratory SOP and reports results according to SOP ■ Prepares stains and slides for specialized testing ■ Daily documents data in own area of work.
Maintained and Operated Equipment: ■ Perform equipment maintenance as per schedule ■ Compliance and application of SOP’s ■ Ensure sufficient stock is available as per guidelines ■ Performance of quality checks ■Competency certificate for operation of equipment ■ 100% compliance to maintenance of reagent log sheets (logging of reagents, date of receipt, use and expiry and loading on instruments) ■Time error logs are flagged on equipment.
Quality Assurance: ■ Prepare quality control material(IQC) as per lab SOP and run routine IQC sample as per SOP and EQA ■ Identify IQC and report deviations to supervisor ■ Daily document log sheets (room temperature, fridges, etc.)
Teaching, Training, Research and Development of Laboratory staff: ■ CPD presentation (at least 1 lecture per annum ■Train and be competent using SOP’s for all instruments in the laboratory including maintenance in own area of work.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF 4 ■ SMLTSA Certificate ■ Registered with HPCSA in Clinical Pathology as a Medical Technician ■ Knowledge of health and safety regulations ■ Knowledge of technical appliances ■ Knowledge of quality control procedures ■Trouble shooting skills ■ Attention to detail ■ Use of laboratory equipment ■ Analytical skills ■ Communication skills ■ Interpersonal skills. ■ Computer literacy ■ Record keeping and filing skills ■ Ability to demonstrate the use of laboratory equipment’s.
Enquiries may be directed Phumzile Mbilini @ (047) 502 4192, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: ALFRED NZO AND JOE GQABI
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT
LOCATION: MADZIKANE KAZULU MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
POSITION: CLERK LABORATORY (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B2
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-AN&JG0622/001-03 (26080-001-7009)
Main Purpose of the Job
Responsible for the receiving, capturing and distribution of all specimens to ensure correct information is obtained and recorded and to facilitate the speedy processing of specimens in terms of service objectives.
Key Job Responsibility: ■ Verifies the suitability of specimens for processing ■ Receives, labels and sorts specimens for testing according to the SOP’s ■ Captures patient’s information into the system ■ Creates shipping lists of samples for distributions to laboratories ■ Administers the distribution of samples to ensure smooth channelling of specimens to various disciplines ■ Receipt and downloading of electronic referrals to correlate specimen received with information provided and follow up accordingly, in order to improve turnaround times ■ Responsible for appropriate packaging, recording, and monitoring of all out-going referral specimens ■ Keeps specimens request forms for audit purposes ■ Handle administrative queries, phone out results, initiate printing and faxing of reports ■ Advise clinicians/nurses on type of samples and/or sample containers required to perform specific tests in order to prevent incorrect sample.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 ■ Secretarial Certificate (Desirable) ■ 1 (One) year clerical experience ■ 1 (One) year laboratory experience (Desirable) ■ Knowledge of Laboratory Information System ■ General administration knowledge ■ Computer skills ■ Communication skills (Verbal, written, presentation) ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Attention to detail ■ Candidates will be required to do a typing competency test.
Enquiries may be directed Phumzile Mbilini @ (047) 502 4192, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: BUFFALO CITY AND AMATOLE
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: BISHO HOSPITAL
POSITION: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: LT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-BCM0622/001-02 (24680-000-7014)
Main Purpose of the Job
To perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease under the supervision of a medical technologist
Key Job Responsibility
Laboratory Safety Compliance: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times-each day / month / year ■ Adherence to decontamination procedures upheld 100% of the time (e.g. daily bench decontamination, bio-hazardous spills, and instrument decontamination spills post service ■ 100% compliance on recording of temperature readings in accordance with relevant SOP’s
Laboratory Process (Produced laboratory work and/or Laboratory Reports:
■ Daily receive, sort and prioritize patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■ Daily analyse patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■ Ensures that reliable and accurate results are generated 100% of the time ■ Daily adherence to set turnaround times for each tests onsite(NB) timed up to the preliminary reports ■ Daily filing and storage of specimen ■ Checks abnormal results according to laboratory SOP and reports results according to SOP ■Prepares stains and slides for specialized testing ■ Daily documents data in own area of work.
Maintained and Operated Equipment: ■ Perform equipment maintenance as per schedule ■ Compliance and application of SOP’s ■ Ensure sufficient stock is available as per guidelines ■ Performance of quality checks ■Competency certificate for operation of equipment ■ 100% compliance to maintenance of reagent log sheets (logging of reagents, date of receipt, use and expiry and loading on instruments) ■Time error logs are flagged on equipment.
Quality Assurance: ■ Prepare quality control material(IQC) as per lab SOP and run routine IQC sample as per SOP and EQA ■ Identify IQC and report deviations to supervisor ■ Daily document log sheets (room temperature, fridges, etc.)
Teaching, Training, Research and Development of Laboratory staff: ■ CPD presentation (at least 1 lecture per annum ■Train and be competent using SOP’s for all instruments in the laboratory including maintenance in own area of work.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF 4 ■ SMLTSA Certificate ■ Registered with HPCSA in Clinical Pathology as a Medical Technician ■ Knowledge of health and safety regulations ■ Knowledge of technical appliances ■ Knowledge of quality control procedures ■Trouble shooting skills ■ Attention to detail ■ Use of laboratory equipment ■ Analytical skills ■ Communication skills ■ Interpersonal skills. ■ Computer literacy ■ Record keeping and filing skills ■ Ability to demonstrate the use of laboratory equipment’s.
Enquiries may be directed Mpumzi Mpambani @ (043) 700 8706, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: BUFALLO CITY AND AMATOLE
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT
LOCATION: EAST LONDON LABORATORY
POSITION: CLERK LABORATORY (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B2
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-BCM/001-06(22022-023-7009)
Main Purpose of the Job
Responsible for the receiving, capturing and distribution of all specimens to ensure correct information is obtained and recorded and to facilitate the speedy processing of specimens in terms of service objectives.
Key Job Responsibility: ■ Verifies the suitability of specimens for processing ■ Receives, labels and sorts specimens for testing according to the SOP’s ■ Captures patient’s information into the system ■ Creates shipping lists of samples for distributions to laboratories ■ Administers the distribution of samples to ensure smooth channelling of specimens to various disciplines ■ Receipt and downloading of electronic referrals to correlate specimen received with information provided and follow up accordingly, in order to improve turnaround times ■ Responsible for appropriate packaging, recording, and monitoring of all out-going referral specimens ■ Keeps specimens request forms for audit purposes ■ Handle administrative queries, phone out results, initiate printing and faxing of reports ■ Advise clinicians/nurses on type of samples and/or sample containers required to perform specific tests in order to prevent incorrect sample.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 ■ Secretarial Certificate (Desirable) ■ 1 (One) year clerical experience ■ 1 (One) year laboratory experience (Desirable) ■ Knowledge of Laboratory Information System ■ General administration knowledge ■ Computer skills ■ Communication skills (Verbal, written, presentation) ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Attention to detail ■ Candidates will be required to do a typing competency test.
Enquiries may be directed Mpumzi Mpambani @ (043) 700 8706, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: BUFALLO CITY & AMATOLE
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT SERVICE
LOCATION: EAST LONDON LABORATORY
POSITION: SUPERVISOR – NURSING SERVICE (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C3
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-BCB0622/001-01 (22022-001-1123)
Main Purpose of the Job
To provide an effective, efficient and quality phlebotomy service in line with business needs.
Key Job Responsibility: ■ To oversee the performance of venesection on patients in order to ensure that correct procedures are followed ■ To supervise the phlebotomy service to ensure equal distribution of workload amongst staff that meets customer expectations ■ To, where required, supervise specialist nurses, e.g. FNA, PI, etc. in off-site / remote clinics in order to ensure that correct procedures are followed that meets customer expectations ■ To assist customers with queries, information required, etc. within the required turn-around time to maintain good customer relations ■ To oversee that sufficient stock levels are maintained and necessary resources are acquired when needed for the department's smooth functioning ■ To oversee that sufficient staffing levels are maintained for the department's smooth functioning ■ To oversee the implementation of and compliance to NHLS policies to ensure a standardised workplace ■ To liaise with stakeholders in the continuity of existing and introduction of new services to maintain good customer relations ■ To assess the phlebotomy services needs in order to make input into the annual budget ■ To provide a healthcare function through a relevant phlebotomy service to ensure that patients have access to the service ■ To provide a specialised testing function as needed per the laboratory requirement ■ To generate management reports as required to monitor work and performance status of the services and take corrective action when required ■To train, develop and manage staff to ensure they have the skills required by the organisation and are able to achieve their performance objectives ■To, where required, assist with the training of phlebotomy technician students on annual learnership.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ 3 year degree/diploma in Nursing Registration with SANC ■ Valid driver’s license, code EB [own vehicle is preferred] ■ 5 (five) years as professional nurse or nursing manager ■Nursing principles Health policies and health & safety rules ■ Professional ethics ■ Specialist function as required per the speci Crisis and conflict management fic laboratory ■ Management of staff Planning and organising skills ■ People management skills ■ Leadership skills ■ Crisis and conflict management ■ Assertiveness ■ Training of staff ■Understanding of budget and general management ■ Specialised knowledge as required by specific laboratory.
Enquiries may be directed Mpumzi Mpambani @ (043) 700 8706, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
EASTERN CAPE REGION
BUSINESS UNIT: NELSON MANDELA ACADEMIC LABORATORY
DISCIPLINE: MICROBIOLOGY
LOCATION: NELSON MANDELA ACADEMIC HOSPITAL
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-NMAL0622/001-03 (23006-011-8014)
Main Purpose of the Job
Conducts and monitors a variety of diagnostic analyses of patient specimens to provide accurate laboratory test results to aid in and confirm clinical diagnosis and treatment therapies.
Key Job Responsibility
Operational efficiency of laboratory: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times – each day/month/year ■ Perform preventive equipment maintenance performed as per set schedule ■ Daily compliance - Record temperature readings and equipment maintenance in accordance with relevant SOPs ensuring documents are accessible and retrievable ■ Compliance with in-lab TAT and upholding the standard each day ■ Efficient stock control on bench ■ Receive samples and determine if sample is acceptable to proceed with further analysis ■ Perform tests in accordance with SOPs ■ Verify test results.
QMS: ■ Understand the physical and chemical principles of the various analyses performed ■ Complete corrective action and troubleshooting logs for QC and equipment failures ■ Run Instrument Quality Controls (“IQC”) and EQA ■Record Non-Compliance (“NC”). Record Customer Complaints ■ Print and action Overdue and Pending List.
Assessments of results/Special stains/Interpretation of results: ■ Identify results that are outside expected finding or clinically established reference ranges and ensure as per SOP and report any abnormal results ■ Perform Data Checks as per SOP ■ Uncertainty of measurement ■ Inter-lab comparisons and validations.
Teaching, Training & Dev of Laboratory staff: ■ Attend actively CPD activities ■ 1x CPD presentation per annum in the 2nd and 3rd year.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ National Diploma: Biomedical Technology/ Bachelor of Health Science: Laboratory Science / NQF level 6 or 7 ■ Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist in Microbiology / Clinical Pathology ■ Perform sampling and analysis of blood, tissue and body fluids ■ Preparation of samples for examination ■ Knowledge for the usage of specialized instrumentation ■ Knowledge of infection control and sterilization protocols ■ Accurate interpretation of results ■ Establish and monitor programmes that ensure data accuracy ■ Accuracy and organisational skills ■ Attention to details striving for an error free standard ■ Ability to identity problems and troubleshoot ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Communication skills (verbal, written & presentation ■ Computer Literacy ■ Time management and evaluation skills.
Enquiries may be directed Phumzile Mbilini @ (047) 502 4192, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: NELSON MANDELA ACADEMIC LABORATORY
DISCIPLINE: HISTOLOGY
LOCATION: NELSON MANDELA ACADEMIC HOSPITAL
POSITION: TYPIST (DICTAPHONE) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B3
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-NMAL0819/001-03 (23002-001-3011)
Main Purpose of the Job
Responsible for the receiving, capturing and distribution of all specimens to ensure correct information is obtained and recorded and to facilitate the speedy processing of specimens in terms of service objectives.
Key Job Responsibility: ■ Type all Pathologist’s reports from a Dictaphone to ensure timeous and accurate completion of reports ■ Draw up a report by collating details from audio and visual sources in a logical way so as to facilitate well-presented reports. ■ Type post-mortem results and ensure a good filing system-making retrieval of documentation easier, should it be needed for medico-legal disputes or general enquiries. ■ Responding to queries by referring the doctors to the relevant pathologists. ■ Printing and dispatching of all pathology reports to all respective doctors, to ensure optimal patient care.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 with typing as a subject ■ 1 (one) year Dictaphone typing ■ Post-qualification experience in a diagnostic laboratory ■ Knowledge of Medical Terminology ■ Interpersonal skills ■Good listening skills ■ Computer literacy – Laboratory system ■ Speed and accuracy in typing ■ Ability to work under pressure, within a team and with minimal supervision ■ Willingness to work unsociable hours, shifts, weekends, public holidays ■ Candidates will be required to do a typing competency test.
Enquiries may be directed Phumzile Mbilini @ (047) 502 4192, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: OR TAMBO AND CHRIS HANI
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT
LOCATION: QUEENSTOWN HOSPITAL
POSITION: CLERK LABORATORY (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B2
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-ORT&CH/001-05 (24600-007-7009)
Main Purpose of the Job
Responsible for the receiving, capturing and distribution of all specimens to ensure correct information is obtained and recorded and to facilitate the speedy processing of specimens in terms of service objectives.
Key Job Responsibility: ■ Verifies the suitability of specimens for processing ■ Receives, labels and sorts specimens for testing according to the SOP’s ■ Captures patient’s information into the system ■ Creates shipping lists of samples for distributions to laboratories ■ Administers the distribution of samples to ensure smooth channelling of specimens to various disciplines ■ Receipt and downloading of electronic referrals to correlate specimen received with information provided and follow up accordingly, in order to improve turnaround times ■ Responsible for appropriate packaging, recording, and monitoring of all out-going referral specimens ■ Keeps specimens request forms for audit purposes ■ Handle administrative queries, phone out results, initiate printing and faxing of reports ■ Advise clinicians/nurses on type of samples and/or sample containers required to perform specific tests in order to prevent incorrect sample.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 ■ Secretarial Certificate (Desirable) ■ 1 (One) year clerical experience ■ 1 (One) year laboratory experience (Desirable) ■ Knowledge of Laboratory Information System ■ General administration knowledge ■ Computer skills ■ Communication skills (Verbal, written, presentation) ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Attention to detail ■ Candidates will be required to do a typing competency test.
Enquiries may be directed Phumzile Mbilini @ (047) 502 4192, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: OR TAMBO AND CHRIS HANI
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: COFIMVABA HOSPITAL
POSITION: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
(FIXED TERM CONTRACT – 03 MONTHS) (MATERNITY REPLACEMENT)
PAY GRADE: LT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-ORT&CH0722/001-01 (25000-007-7014)
Main Purpose of the Job
To perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease under the supervision of a medical technologist
Key Job Responsibility
Laboratory Safety Compliance: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times-each day / month / year ■ Adherence to decontamination procedures upheld 100% of the time (e.g. daily bench decontamination, bio-hazardous spills, and instrument decontamination spills post service ■ 100% compliance on recording of temperature readings in accordance with relevant SOP’s
Laboratory Process (Produced laboratory work and/or Laboratory Reports: ■ Daily receive, sort and prioritize patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■ Daily analyse patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■Ensures that reliable and accurate results are generated 100% of the time ■ Daily adherence to set turnaround times for each tests onsite(NB) timed up to the preliminary reports ■ Daily filing and storage of specimen ■ Checks abnormal results according to laboratory SOP and reports results according to SOP ■ Prepares stains and slides for specialized testing ■ Daily documents data in own area of work.
Maintained and Operated Equipment: ■ Perform equipment maintenance as per schedule ■ Compliance and application of SOP’s ■ Ensure sufficient stock is available as per guidelines ■ Performance of quality checks ■Competency certificate for operation of equipment ■ 100% compliance to maintenance of reagent log sheets (logging of reagents, date of receipt, use and expiry and loading on instruments) ■Time error logs are flagged on equipment.
Quality Assurance: ■ Prepare quality control material(IQC) as per lab SOP and run routine IQC sample as per SOP and EQA ■ Identify IQC and report deviations to supervisor ■ Daily document log sheets (room temperature, fridges, etc.)
Teaching, Training, Research and Development of Laboratory staff: ■ CPD presentation (at least 1 lecture per annum ■Train and be competent using SOP’s for all instruments in the laboratory including maintenance in own area of work.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF 4 ■ SMLTSA Certificate ■ Registered with HPCSA in Clinical Pathology as a Medical Technician ■ Knowledge of health and safety regulations ■ Knowledge of technical appliances ■ Knowledge of quality control procedures ■Trouble shooting skills ■ Attention to detail ■ Use of laboratory equipment ■ Analytical skills ■ Communication skills ■ Interpersonal skills. ■ Computer literacy ■ Record keeping and filing skills ■ Ability to demonstrate the use of laboratory equipment’s.
Enquiries may be directed Phumzile Mbilini @ (047) 502 4192, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: ALFRED NZO AND JOE GQABI
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT
LOCATION: MADZIKANE KAZULU MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
POSITION: CLERK LABORATORY (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B2
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-AN&JG0622/001-03 (26080-001-7009)
Main Purpose of the Job
Responsible for the receiving, capturing and distribution of all specimens to ensure correct information is obtained and recorded and to facilitate the speedy processing of specimens in terms of service objectives.
Key Job Responsibility: ■ Verifies the suitability of specimens for processing ■ Receives, labels and sorts specimens for testing according to the SOP’s ■ Captures patient’s information into the system ■ Creates shipping lists of samples for distributions to laboratories ■ Administers the distribution of samples to ensure smooth channelling of specimens to various disciplines ■ Receipt and downloading of electronic referrals to correlate specimen received with information provided and follow up accordingly, in order to improve turnaround times ■ Responsible for appropriate packaging, recording, and monitoring of all out-going referral specimens ■ Keeps specimens request forms for audit purposes ■ Handle administrative queries, phone out results, initiate printing and faxing of reports ■ Advise clinicians/nurses on type of samples and/or sample containers required to perform specific tests in order to prevent incorrect sample.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 ■ Secretarial Certificate (Desirable) ■ 1 (One) year clerical experience ■ 1 (One) year laboratory experience (Desirable) ■ Knowledge of Laboratory Information System ■ General administration knowledge ■ Computer skills ■ Communication skills (Verbal, written, presentation) ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Attention to detail ■ Candidates will be required to do a typing competency test.
Enquiries may be directed Phumzile Mbilini @ (047) 502 4192, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: BUFFALO CITY AND AMATOLE
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: BISHO HOSPITAL
POSITION: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: LT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-BCM0622/001-02 (24680-000-7014)
Main Purpose of the Job
To perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease under the supervision of a medical technologist
Key Job Responsibility
Laboratory Safety Compliance: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times-each day / month / year ■ Adherence to decontamination procedures upheld 100% of the time (e.g. daily bench decontamination, bio-hazardous spills, and instrument decontamination spills post service ■ 100% compliance on recording of temperature readings in accordance with relevant SOP’s
Laboratory Process (Produced laboratory work and/or Laboratory Reports:
■ Daily receive, sort and prioritize patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■ Daily analyse patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■ Ensures that reliable and accurate results are generated 100% of the time ■ Daily adherence to set turnaround times for each tests onsite(NB) timed up to the preliminary reports ■ Daily filing and storage of specimen ■ Checks abnormal results according to laboratory SOP and reports results according to SOP ■Prepares stains and slides for specialized testing ■ Daily documents data in own area of work.
Maintained and Operated Equipment: ■ Perform equipment maintenance as per schedule ■ Compliance and application of SOP’s ■ Ensure sufficient stock is available as per guidelines ■ Performance of quality checks ■Competency certificate for operation of equipment ■ 100% compliance to maintenance of reagent log sheets (logging of reagents, date of receipt, use and expiry and loading on instruments) ■Time error logs are flagged on equipment.
Quality Assurance: ■ Prepare quality control material(IQC) as per lab SOP and run routine IQC sample as per SOP and EQA ■ Identify IQC and report deviations to supervisor ■ Daily document log sheets (room temperature, fridges, etc.)
Teaching, Training, Research and Development of Laboratory staff: ■ CPD presentation (at least 1 lecture per annum ■Train and be competent using SOP’s for all instruments in the laboratory including maintenance in own area of work.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF 4 ■ SMLTSA Certificate ■ Registered with HPCSA in Clinical Pathology as a Medical Technician ■ Knowledge of health and safety regulations ■ Knowledge of technical appliances ■ Knowledge of quality control procedures ■Trouble shooting skills ■ Attention to detail ■ Use of laboratory equipment ■ Analytical skills ■ Communication skills ■ Interpersonal skills. ■ Computer literacy ■ Record keeping and filing skills ■ Ability to demonstrate the use of laboratory equipment’s.
Enquiries may be directed Mpumzi Mpambani @ (043) 700 8706, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: BUFALLO CITY AND AMATOLE
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT
LOCATION: EAST LONDON LABORATORY
POSITION: CLERK LABORATORY (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B2
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-BCM/001-06(22022-023-7009)
Main Purpose of the Job
Responsible for the receiving, capturing and distribution of all specimens to ensure correct information is obtained and recorded and to facilitate the speedy processing of specimens in terms of service objectives.
Key Job Responsibility: ■ Verifies the suitability of specimens for processing ■ Receives, labels and sorts specimens for testing according to the SOP’s ■ Captures patient’s information into the system ■ Creates shipping lists of samples for distributions to laboratories ■ Administers the distribution of samples to ensure smooth channelling of specimens to various disciplines ■ Receipt and downloading of electronic referrals to correlate specimen received with information provided and follow up accordingly, in order to improve turnaround times ■ Responsible for appropriate packaging, recording, and monitoring of all out-going referral specimens ■ Keeps specimens request forms for audit purposes ■ Handle administrative queries, phone out results, initiate printing and faxing of reports ■ Advise clinicians/nurses on type of samples and/or sample containers required to perform specific tests in order to prevent incorrect sample.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 ■ Secretarial Certificate (Desirable) ■ 1 (One) year clerical experience ■ 1 (One) year laboratory experience (Desirable) ■ Knowledge of Laboratory Information System ■ General administration knowledge ■ Computer skills ■ Communication skills (Verbal, written, presentation) ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Attention to detail ■ Candidates will be required to do a typing competency test.
Enquiries may be directed Mpumzi Mpambani @ (043) 700 8706, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: BUFALLO CITY & AMATOLE
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT SERVICE
LOCATION: EAST LONDON LABORATORY
POSITION: SUPERVISOR – NURSING SERVICE (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C3
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-BCB0622/001-01 (22022-001-1123)
Main Purpose of the Job
To provide an effective, efficient and quality phlebotomy service in line with business needs.
Key Job Responsibility: ■ To oversee the performance of venesection on patients in order to ensure that correct procedures are followed ■ To supervise the phlebotomy service to ensure equal distribution of workload amongst staff that meets customer expectations ■ To, where required, supervise specialist nurses, e.g. FNA, PI, etc. in off-site / remote clinics in order to ensure that correct procedures are followed that meets customer expectations ■ To assist customers with queries, information required, etc. within the required turn-around time to maintain good customer relations ■ To oversee that sufficient stock levels are maintained and necessary resources are acquired when needed for the department's smooth functioning ■ To oversee that sufficient staffing levels are maintained for the department's smooth functioning ■ To oversee the implementation of and compliance to NHLS policies to ensure a standardised workplace ■ To liaise with stakeholders in the continuity of existing and introduction of new services to maintain good customer relations ■ To assess the phlebotomy services needs in order to make input into the annual budget ■ To provide a healthcare function through a relevant phlebotomy service to ensure that patients have access to the service ■ To provide a specialised testing function as needed per the laboratory requirement ■ To generate management reports as required to monitor work and performance status of the services and take corrective action when required ■To train, develop and manage staff to ensure they have the skills required by the organisation and are able to achieve their performance objectives ■To, where required, assist with the training of phlebotomy technician students on annual learnership.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ 3 year degree/diploma in Nursing Registration with SANC ■ Valid driver’s license, code EB [own vehicle is preferred] ■ 5 (five) years as professional nurse or nursing manager ■Nursing principles Health policies and health & safety rules ■ Professional ethics ■ Specialist function as required per the speci Crisis and conflict management fic laboratory ■ Management of staff Planning and organising skills ■ People management skills ■ Leadership skills ■ Crisis and conflict management ■ Assertiveness ■ Training of staff ■Understanding of budget and general management ■ Specialised knowledge as required by specific laboratory.
Enquiries may be directed Mpumzi Mpambani @ (043) 700 8706, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
FREE STATE AND NORTH WEST REGION
BUSINESS UNIT: UNIVERSITAS ACADEMIC
DISCIPLINE: ANATOMICAL PATHOLOGY (HISTOLOGY)
LOCATION: ANATOMICAL PATHOLOGY (HISTOLOGY) LABORATORY
POSITION: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: LT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: UNIFS0822/001-02 (31002-008-7014)
Main Purpose of the Job
To perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease under the supervision of a medical technologist
Key Job Responsibility
Laboratory Safety Compliance: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times-each day / month / year ■ Adherence to decontamination procedures upheld 100% of the time (e.g. daily bench decontamination, bio-hazardous spills, and instrument decontamination spills post service ■ 100% compliance on recording of temperature readings in accordance with relevant SOP’s
Laboratory Process (Produced laboratory work and/or Laboratory Reports: ■ Daily receive, sort and prioritize patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■ Daily analyse patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■Ensures that reliable and accurate results are generated 100% of the time ■ Daily adherence to set turnaround times for each tests onsite(NB) timed up to the preliminary reports ■ Daily filing and storage of specimen ■ Checks abnormal results according to laboratory SOP and reports results according to SOP ■ Prepares stains and slides for specialized testing ■ Daily documents data in own area of work.
Maintained and Operated Equipment: ■ Perform equipment maintenance as per schedule ■ Compliance and application of SOP’s ■ Ensure sufficient stock is available as per guidelines ■ Performance of quality checks ■Competency certificate for operation of equipment ■ 100% compliance to maintenance of reagent log sheets (logging of reagents, date of receipt, use and expiry and loading on instruments) ■Time error logs are flagged on equipment.
Quality Assurance: ■ Prepare quality control material(IQC) as per lab SOP and run routine IQC sample as per SOP and EQA ■ Identify IQC and report deviations to supervisor ■ Daily document log sheets (room temperature, fridges, etc.)
Teaching, Training, Research and Development of Laboratory staff: ■ CPD presentation (at least 1 lecture per annum ■Train and be competent using SOP’s for all instruments in the laboratory including maintenance in own area of work.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF 4 ■ SMLTSA Certificate ■ Registered with HPCSA in Anatomical Pathology (Histology)as a Medical Technician ■ Knowledge of health and safety regulations ■Knowledge of technical appliances ■ Knowledge of quality control procedures ■Trouble shooting skills ■ Attention to detail ■ Use of laboratory equipment ■ Analytical skills ■ Communication skills ■ Interpersonal skills. ■ Computer literacy ■ Record keeping and filing skills ■ Ability to demonstrate the use of laboratory equipment’s.
Enquiries may be directed to Nomusa Sithole @ 051 411 9946, e-mail application to FSNW.recruitment1@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: FREE STATE NORTH WEST
DISCIPLINE: LOGISTICS
LOCATION: BRAAMFONTEIN (NCR BUILDING)
POSITION: REGIONAL LOGISTICS MANAGER (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: D1
REFERENCE NUMBER: FSNW0822/001-06 (30091-001-1333)
Main Purpose of the Job
To ensure all logistics and in-lab inventory operations within the region are performed optimally through driving productivity, efficiency and quality to enable cost effective management and development of logistics and in-lab inventory operations.
Key Job Responsibility: ■ Continuously improve productivity through implementing appropriate measurement mechanism, targets and management structures, as applicable to the logistics and in-lab inventory operations within the NHLS ■ Continuously drive improved efficiencies through application of the best practice principles to create an environment in which efficiencies are monitored, reported and targeted within reporting lines. ■ Be conscious of the cost effectiveness of the logistics and in-lab inventory operation while balancing the interest of quality in all operations and decisions ■ Create and execute operational plans for the optimal execution of specimen transportation and in-lab inventory, aligned to national policies and procedures. ■ Perform and present annual strategic forecast on resources, infrastructure, systems and advancements, required to achieve the optimal execution of logistics and in-lab inventory ■ Oversight and management of regional logistics service providers, drivers and stores staff. ■ Ensure regular gap analysis are performed, communicated and implemented within appointed region ■ Ensure that all operational plans are supported by policies and procedures. The development, implementation and monitoring of policies is a key role of the regional logistics managers in support and joint action of the national logistics manager and the office of the COO ■ Produce tactical plans to support the implementation of the best practice operating models and layouts. The tactical plans must clearly reference the strategic objectives of the productivity, efficiency, cost effectiveness and quality, while considering the effective allocation and management of resource in transportation and inventory management. ■Ensure service level agreements are met effectively and that internal operational targets are achieved at all times ■Ensure that all Tactical plans lead to operational implementation plans within agreed timelines and cost parameters for implementation and monitoring ■ Responsible for internal communication and presentations related to key performance matrix, program updates and on-going program updates with the appointed region ■ Manage in-lab inventory to improve inbound processes, ensure order accuracy and verification and improve storage and replenishment processes ■ Together with operations ensure that the results of stock counts at lab level are appropriated and corrective actions taken where necessary ■ Report monthly on financial outcome and prevailing trends of stock counts for appointed region and by laboratory ■ Identify laboratories that are leaders in inventory management within the NHLS so that this knowledge can be shared and key competencies replicated within the region ■ The Management role of the regional logistical managers includes responsibility for adherence to health and safety regulations as well as the management of human resources according to all legal and NHLS regulations, policies and procedures to ensure compliance ■ The Management function includes successful management of all specified financial processes to ensure continuous budget control and adherence to all financial policies and procedures ■ Ensure all financial and operations reporting is done and processed correctly and timeously and according to specifications.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ 3 Year Degree/Diploma in Logistics with Supply Chain management or transport included in studies (Essential) ■ Logistics Manager with experience in an operational supervisory position/Supervised a team in distribution area – 5 (five) years ■ Transport/Courier experience- 2 (two) years ■ Warehousing or Inventory Management – 2 (two) years ■ Vendor and 3rd party management- 2 (years) years ■ PFMA, PPPFA, BBBEE or similar requirements – 2 (two) years ■ Personnel and Human Resources – 4 (four) years ■Health and Safety Principles and Legislation – 1 (one) year ■ Logistics and Supply Chain Management operational knowledge – 2 (two) years ■ Accounting/Budgeting – 2 (two) years ■ Managerial/Supervising Skills - 4 (four) years ■decision Making - 4 (four) years ■ Numerical skills – 2 (two) years ■ Effective Business Communication Skills – 4 (four) years ■ Problem solving skills – 4 (four) years ■ Conflict management – 4 (four) years ■ Interpersonal Skills – 4 (four) years ■ Computer Literacy: Advanced MS Office Level – 4 (four) years.
Enquiries may be directed to Palesa Nong @ 011 489 9155, e-mail application to FSNW.recruitment2@nhls.ac.za
GAUTENG REGION
BUSINESS UNIT: CHARLOTTE MAXEKE ACADEMIC
DISCIPLINE: MICROBIOLOGY
LOCATION: CHARLOTTE MAXEKE
POSITION: PROJECT COORDINATOR (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C4
REFERENCE NUMBER: GAUCM0322/001-10 (43106-001-9044)
Key Job Responsibility: ■ To respond as first call and support NHLS in outbreak response in all hospitals in the Gauteng region ■ To participate in hospital outbreak surveillance and early warning detection based on information from laboratory units. ■ To promote appropriate laboratory tests in order to optimize and enhance the provision of public health services. ■ To apply specialized knowledge in order to identify disorders, diseases and pathogens and when necessary provide consultation so that appropriate treatment or control methods can be provided/implemented. ■ Provide training to internal and external stakeholders to better deal with diseases outbreaks. ■ To initiate enhanced antimicrobial stewardship programs in Gauteng hospitals ■ To educate and promote new laboratory diagnostic technologies for rapid detection of healthcare associated infection outbreaks. ■ To assist with biosafety and biosecurity programs in the NHLS Gauteng in laboratory safety ■ To provide technical advice and support to the (i) National Department of Health and (ii) National Department of correctional services.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Registered nurse qualification with experience in infection control nursing mandatory and/or community work ■ Registration with SANC as registered nurse ■ At least 5 (Five) years’ experience with exposure to IPC ■ Prior management position ■ Experience in dealing with national departments especially Department of Correctional Services and/or Department of Health ■ Qualification and/or experience in occupational health and safety ■ Writing of grant proposals ■ Writing of a publication ■ Preparation and presentation of lectures ■ Exam compilation ■ Good Clinical Practice ■ Research methodology ■ Statistics ■ Computer literacy ■Specific laboratory techniques ■ Communication skills (verbal and written) ■ Scientific writing skills ■ Troubleshooting skills ■ Interpersonal skills ■ Budgeting skills ■ Data analysis and interpretation skills.
Enquiries may be directed to Jeanette Dhlamini @ (011) 489 9008, e-mail application to CMAH.Recruitment@nhls.ac.za
KZN REGION
BUSINESS UNIT: ACADEMIC COMPLEX
DISCIPLINE: IMMUNOLOGY
LOCATION: INKOSI ALBERT LUTHULI CENTRAL HOSPITAL
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: KZNHAEMIALCH1121/001-13 (81108-013-8014)
Main Purpose of the Job
Conducts and monitors a variety of diagnostic analyses of patient specimens to provide accurate laboratory test results to aid in and confirm clinical diagnosis and treatment therapies.
Key Job Responsibility
Operational efficiency of laboratory: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times – each day/month/year ■ Perform preventive equipment maintenance performed as per set schedule ■ Daily compliance - Record temperature readings and equipment maintenance in accordance with relevant SOPs ensuring documents are accessible and retrievable ■ Compliance with in-lab TAT and upholding the standard each day ■ Efficient stock control on bench ■ Receive samples and determine if sample is acceptable to proceed with further analysis ■ Perform tests in accordance with SOPs ■ Verify test results.
QMS: ■ Understand the physical and chemical principles of the various analyses performed ■ Complete corrective action and troubleshooting logs for QC and equipment failures ■ Run Instrument Quality Controls (“IQC”) and EQA ■Record Non-Compliance (“NC”). Record Customer Complaints ■ Print and action Overdue and Pending List.
Assessments of results/Special stains/Interpretation of results: ■ Identify results that are outside expected finding or clinically established reference ranges and ensure as per SOP and report any abnormal results ■ Perform Data Checks as per SOP ■ Uncertainty of measurement ■ Inter-lab comparisons and validations.
Teaching, Training & Dev of Laboratory staff : ■ Attend actively CPD activities ■ 1x CPD presentation per annum in the 2nd and 3rd year.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ National Diploma: Biomedical Technology/ Bachelor of Health Science: Laboratory Science / NQF level 6 or 7 ■ Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist in Immunology ■ Perform sampling and analysis of blood, tissue and body fluids ■ Preparation of samples for examination ■ Knowledge for the usage of specialized instrumentation ■ Knowledge of infection control and sterilization protocols ■ Accurate interpretation of results ■ Establish and monitor programmes that ensure data accuracy ■ Accuracy and organisational skills ■ Attention to details striving for an error free standard ■ Ability to identity problems and troubleshoot ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Communication skills (verbal, written & presentation ■ Computer Literacy ■ Time management and evaluation skills.
Enquiries may be directed to Promise Mncube @ (031) 327 6768, e-mail application to promise.mncube@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: MKHANYA-ZULU
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: BENEDICTINE LABORATORY
POSITION: MANAGER (LABORATORY) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C3
REFERENCE NUMBER: KZNBEN0622/002-20 (83002-002-1113)
Main Purpose of the Job
To manage a laboratory to ensure achievement of a cost effective and high quality service in line with customer and business needs.
Key Job Responsibility: ■ Manages the correct application of quality assurance processes and standard operating procedures to ensure corrective actions are taken as required ■ Reviews and recommends change to standard operating procedures in order to ensure the laboratory is constantly able to provide a high quality, cost effective and safe service ■ Overseeing and monitoring equipment calibration and maintenance to ensure accurate and reliable results, oversees and monitors the validation of new equipment for implementation in the laboratory ■ Oversees asset management and procurement of goods to ensure the most effective utilization of resources, optimize stock levels, reduce costs and ensure availability of required stock at all times ■ Generate management reports as required to monitor work and performance status of the laboratory and take corrective action when required ■ Liaises with customers in order to resolve service related issues, maintain a positive image of the organization and promote the services of the laboratory ■ Accountable for the implementation and maintenance of the quality system that governs the laboratory and service components of the department to ensure compliance with the principles of Good Laboratory Practice and the fulfilment of SANAS accreditation requirements ■ Participates in the involvement and promotion of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities within the department/laboratory to contribute to staff development and in compliance with HPCSA requirements ■ Contributes to the development of an annual operational budget, and monitors and controls expenses against budget in order to control costs and maximise the profitability of the lab ■ Oversee the implementation and correct application of all NHLS policies and procedures to ensure compliance. ■ Plans and manages the activities of staff to ensure they achieve their performance objectives and ensure the most optimal utilisation of available resources ■ Ensures Training and development of staff to ensure they have the skills required by the organisation and are able to achieve their performance objectives ■ Oversees the training of students to ensure comprehensive prepare ■ Performs the role of a medical technologist as required as per operational needs.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ 3 (three) year degree/diploma in Medical Technology / Biomedical Technology / Bachelor in Health Science NQF level 6 or 7 ■ Registration with the HPCSA in the Clinical Pathology ■ 5 (five) years post qualification and experience in the diagnostic laboratory ■ Knowledge of usage of Laboratory Equipment ■ Knowledge of Health and Safety issues in a Laboratory Environment ■ Knowledge of Laboratory Procedures and Processes ■ Knowledge of TQMS ■ Knowledge of stock control ■ Assertiveness ■ Interpersonal skills ■ Staff management ■ Basic understanding of finance and general management & computer skills ■ Ability to work under pressure ■ Communication skills ■ Planning, organizing and process management ■ Analytical skills.
Enquiries may be directed to Shaun Govender @ (031) 327 6727, e-mail application to shaun.govender@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: MKHANYA-ZULU
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: DUMBE LABORATORY
POSITION: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: LT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: KZNDUM0622/002-21 (83400-003-7014)
Main Purpose of the Job
To perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease under the supervision of a medical technologist
Key Job Responsibility
Laboratory Safety Compliance: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times-each day / month / year ■ Adherence to decontamination procedures upheld 100% of the time (e.g. daily bench decontamination, bio-hazardous spills, and instrument decontamination spills post service ■ 100% compliance on recording of temperature readings in accordance with relevant SOP’s
Laboratory Process (Produced laboratory work and/or Laboratory Reports: ■ Daily receive, sort and prioritize patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■ Daily analyse patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■Ensures that reliable and accurate results are generated 100% of the time ■ Daily adherence to set turnaround times for each tests onsite(NB) timed up to the preliminary reports ■ Daily filing and storage of specimen ■ Checks abnormal results according to laboratory SOP and reports results according to SOP ■ Prepares stains and slides for specialized testing ■ Daily documents data in own area of work.
Maintained and Operated Equipment: ■ Perform equipment maintenance as per schedule ■ Compliance and application of SOP’s ■ Ensure sufficient stock is available as per guidelines ■ Performance of quality checks ■Competency certificate for operation of equipment ■ 100% compliance to maintenance of reagent log sheets (logging of reagents, date of receipt, use and expiry and loading on instruments) ■Time error logs are flagged on equipment.
Quality Assurance: ■ Prepare quality control material(IQC) as per lab SOP and run routine IQC sample as per SOP and EQA ■ Identify IQC and report deviations to supervisor ■ Daily document log sheets (room temperature, fridges, etc.)
Teaching, Training, Research and Development of Laboratory staff: ■ CPD presentation (at least 1 lecture per annum ■Train and be competent using SOP’s for all instruments in the laboratory including maintenance in own area of work.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF 4 ■ SMLTSA Certificate ■ Registered with HPCSA in Clinical Pathology as a Medical Technician ■ Knowledge of health and safety regulations ■ Knowledge of technical appliances ■ Knowledge of quality control procedures ■Trouble shooting skills ■ Attention to detail ■ Use of laboratory equipment ■ Analytical skills ■ Communication skills ■ Interpersonal skills. ■ Computer literacy ■ Record keeping and filing skills ■ Ability to demonstrate the use of laboratory equipment’s.
Enquiries may be directed to Shaun Govender @ (031) 327 6727, e-mail application to shaun.govender@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: MKHANYA-ZULU
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: MOSVOLD LABORATORY
POSITION: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: LT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: KZNMOS0622/002-23 (87880-001-7014)
Main Purpose of the Job
To perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease under the supervision of a medical technologist
Key Job Responsibility
Laboratory Safety Compliance: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times-each day / month / year ■ Adherence to decontamination procedures upheld 100% of the time (e.g. daily bench decontamination, bio-hazardous spills, and instrument decontamination spills post service ■ 100% compliance on recording of temperature readings in accordance with relevant SOP’s
Laboratory Process (Produced laboratory work and/or Laboratory Reports: ■ Daily receive, sort and prioritize patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■ Daily analyse patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■Ensures that reliable and accurate results are generated 100% of the time ■ Daily adherence to set turnaround times for each tests onsite(NB) timed up to the preliminary reports ■ Daily filing and storage of specimen ■ Checks abnormal results according to laboratory SOP and reports results according to SOP ■ Prepares stains and slides for specialized testing ■ Daily documents data in own area of work.
Maintained and Operated Equipment: ■ Perform equipment maintenance as per schedule ■ Compliance and application of SOP’s ■ Ensure sufficient stock is available as per guidelines ■ Performance of quality checks ■Competency certificate for operation of equipment ■ 100% compliance to maintenance of reagent log sheets (logging of reagents, date of receipt, use and expiry and loading on instruments) ■Time error logs are flagged on equipment.
Quality Assurance: ■ Prepare quality control material(IQC) as per lab SOP and run routine IQC sample as per SOP and EQA ■ Identify IQC and report deviations to supervisor ■ Daily document log sheets (room temperature, fridges, etc.)
Teaching, Training, Research and Development of Laboratory staff: ■ CPD presentation (at least 1 lecture per annum ■Train and be competent using SOP’s for all instruments in the laboratory including maintenance in own area of work.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF 4 ■ SMLTSA Certificate ■ Registered with HPCSA in Clinical Pathology as a Medical Technician ■ Knowledge of health and safety regulations ■ Knowledge of technical appliances ■ Knowledge of quality control procedures ■Trouble shooting skills ■ Attention to detail ■ Use of laboratory equipment ■ Analytical skills ■ Communication skills ■ Interpersonal skills. ■ Computer literacy ■ Record keeping and filing skills ■ Ability to demonstrate the use of laboratory equipment’s.
Enquiries may be directed to Shaun Govender @ (031) 327 6727, e-mail application to shaun.govender@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: HARRY GWALA-UGU
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: CHRIST THE KING LABORATORY
POSITION: MANAGER (LABORATORY) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C3
REFERENCE NUMBER: KZNCTK0622/002-30 (85200-002-1113)
Main Purpose of the Job
To manage a laboratory to ensure achievement of a cost effective and high quality service in line with customer and business needs.
Key Job Responsibility: ■ Manages the correct application of quality assurance processes and standard operating procedures to ensure corrective actions are taken as required ■ Reviews and recommends change to standard operating procedures in order to ensure the laboratory is constantly able to provide a high quality, cost effective and safe service ■ Overseeing and monitoring equipment calibration and maintenance to ensure accurate and reliable results, oversees and monitors the validation of new equipment for implementation in the laboratory ■ Oversees asset management and procurement of goods to ensure the most effective utilization of resources, optimize stock levels, reduce costs and ensure availability of required stock at all times ■ Generate management reports as required to monitor work and performance status of the laboratory and take corrective action when required ■ Liaises with customers in order to resolve service related issues, maintain a positive image of the organization and promote the services of the laboratory ■ Accountable for the implementation and maintenance of the quality system that governs the laboratory and service components of the department to ensure compliance with the principles of Good Laboratory Practice and the fulfilment of SANAS accreditation requirements ■ Participates in the involvement and promotion of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities within the department/laboratory to contribute to staff development and in compliance with HPCSA requirements ■ Contributes to the development of an annual operational budget, and monitors and controls expenses against budget in order to control costs and maximise the profitability of the lab ■ Oversee the implementation and correct application of all NHLS policies and procedures to ensure compliance. ■ Plans and manages the activities of staff to ensure they achieve their performance objectives and ensure the most optimal utilisation of available resources ■ Ensures Training and development of staff to ensure they have the skills required by the organisation and are able to achieve their performance objectives ■ Oversees the training of students to ensure comprehensive prepare ■ Performs the role of a medical technologist as required as per operational needs.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ 3 (three) year degree/diploma in Medical Technology / Biomedical Technology / Bachelor in Health Science NQF level 6 or 7 ■ Registration with the HPCSA in the Clinical Pathology ■ 5 (five) years post qualification and experience in the diagnostic laboratory ■ Knowledge of usage of Laboratory Equipment ■ Knowledge of Health and Safety issues in a Laboratory Environment ■ Knowledge of Laboratory Procedures and Processes ■ Knowledge of TQMS ■ Knowledge of stock control ■ Assertiveness ■ Interpersonal skills ■ Staff management ■ Basic understanding of finance and general management & computer skills ■ Ability to work under pressure ■ Communication skills ■ Planning, organizing and process management ■ Analytical skills.
Enquiries may be directed to Calvin Naidoo @ (031) 327 678, e-mail application to calvin.naidoo@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: ETHEKWINI
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: PUBLIC HEALTH
POSITION: BIOTECNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C1
REFERENCE NUMBER: KZNPUBL0622/001-45 (81406-004-8006)
Main Purpose of the Job
To conduct analysis on food, environmental samples, monitor and strive to continuously improve the effectiveness of the quality management system of the laboratory in accordance with the principles of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and ISO requirements for testing laboratories.
Key Job Responsibility: ■ To prepare samples and analyse manually and on instruments using the SOP to ensure successful execution of laboratory functions ■ To manage samples and date as per operating procedures ■ To ensure quality in analysis and results in accordance with the principles of GLP thereby improving the quality and safety regarding the consumption of products ■ To maintain and calibrate instruments, machines and equipment, monitor temperatures ■ To assist I new method developments and validate test procedures in on-going research to ensure personal growth and development ■To write and review SOP’’s in order to ensure methods used are documented and kept up to date ■ To train personnel to ensure skills development and competency ■ To comply with policies and procedures of the NHLS as well as the Occupational Health and Safety Act ■ To monitor laboratory stock and follow the prescribed procurement process to ensure availability of stock at all times ■ To assists with general accreditation requirements in order to meet accreditation criteria and maintain on-going accreditation ■To perform all general duties as required in the laboratories.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ 3 Year Diploma in Biotechnology or related field (essential). ■ 1 (one) year experience in a testing or production laboratory (Essential) Experience in handling instruments (Essential) ■ Experience in a laboratory environment (Essential) ■ Knowledge of a laboratory information system (Desirable) Knowledge of laboratory processes and procedures (essential) ■ Knowledge of good laboratory principles(Essential) ■Computer literacy (Essential) Attention to details ■ Communication, analytical and interpersonal skills ■ Team orientated ■ Working under pressure ■ Working under minimum supervision ■ Working under minimum supervision ■Technically orientated ■ Highly developed sense of integrity ■ Professional demeanour and focus on quality ■ Ability to work I a consultative manner within and across teams in a highly. demanding technical environment.
Enquiries may be directed to Promise Mncube @ (031) 327 6768, e-mail application to promise.mncube@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: ETHEKWINI
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: KING DINUZULU
POSITION: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: LT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: KZNKDLO0622/001-47 (81600-009-7014)
Main Purpose of the Job
To perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease under the supervision of a medical technologist
Key Job Responsibility
Laboratory Safety Compliance: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times-each day / month / year ■ Adherence to decontamination procedures upheld 100% of the time (e.g. daily bench decontamination, bio-hazardous spills, and instrument decontamination spills post service ■ 100% compliance on recording of temperature readings in accordance with relevant SOP’s
Laboratory Process (Produced laboratory work and/or Laboratory Reports: ■ Daily receive, sort and prioritize patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■ Daily analyse patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■Ensures that reliable and accurate results are generated 100% of the time ■ Daily adherence to set turnaround times for each tests onsite(NB) timed up to the preliminary reports ■ Daily filing and storage of specimen ■ Checks abnormal results according to laboratory SOP and reports results according to SOP ■ Prepares stains and slides for specialized testing ■ Daily documents data in own area of work.
Maintained and Operated Equipment: ■ Perform equipment maintenance as per schedule ■ Compliance and application of SOP’s ■ Ensure sufficient stock is available as per guidelines ■ Performance of quality checks ■Competency certificate for operation of equipment ■ 100% compliance to maintenance of reagent log sheets (logging of reagents, date of receipt, use and expiry and loading on instruments) ■Time error logs are flagged on equipment.
Quality Assurance: ■ Prepare quality control material(IQC) as per lab SOP and run routine IQC sample as per SOP and EQA ■ Identify IQC and report deviations to supervisor ■ Daily document log sheets (room temperature, fridges, etc.)
Teaching, Training, Research and Development of Laboratory staff: ■ CPD presentation (at least 1 lecture per annum ■Train and be competent using SOP’s for all instruments in the laboratory including maintenance in own area of work.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF 4 ■ SMLTSA Certificate ■ Registered with HPCSA in Clinical Pathology as a Medical Technician ■ Knowledge of health and safety regulations ■ Knowledge of technical appliances ■ Knowledge of quality control procedures ■Trouble shooting skills ■ Attention to detail ■ Use of laboratory equipment ■ Analytical skills ■ Communication skills ■ Interpersonal skills. ■ Computer literacy ■ Record keeping and filing skills ■ Ability to demonstrate the use of laboratory equipment’s.
Enquiries may be directed to Promise Mncube @ (031) 327 6768, e-mail application to promise.mncube@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: ETHEKWINI
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: DR. PRIXLEY KA ISAKA SEME
POSITION: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (X2 POSTS) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: LT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: KZNKDLO0622/001-49 (81406-014-7014) (81406-013-7014)
Main Purpose of the Job
To perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease under the supervision of a medical technologist
Key Job Responsibility
Laboratory Safety Compliance: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times-each day / month / year ■ Adherence to decontamination procedures upheld 100% of the time (e.g. daily bench decontamination, bio-hazardous spills, and instrument decontamination spills post service ■ 100% compliance on recording of temperature readings in accordance with relevant SOP’s
Laboratory Process (Produced laboratory work and/or Laboratory Reports: ■ Daily receive, sort and prioritize patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■ Daily analyse patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■Ensures that reliable and accurate results are generated 100% of the time ■ Daily adherence to set turnaround times for each tests onsite(NB) timed up to the preliminary reports ■ Daily filing and storage of specimen ■ Checks abnormal results according to laboratory SOP and reports results according to SOP ■ Prepares stains and slides for specialized testing ■ Daily documents data in own area of work.
Maintained and Operated Equipment: ■ Perform equipment maintenance as per schedule ■ Compliance and application of SOP’s ■ Ensure sufficient stock is available as per guidelines ■ Performance of quality checks ■Competency certificate for operation of equipment ■ 100% compliance to maintenance of reagent log sheets (logging of reagents, date of receipt, use and expiry and loading on instruments) ■Time error logs are flagged on equipment.
Quality Assurance: ■ Prepare quality control material(IQC) as per lab SOP and run routine IQC sample as per SOP and EQA ■ Identify IQC and report deviations to supervisor ■ Daily document log sheets (room temperature, fridges, etc.)
Teaching, Training, Research and Development of Laboratory staff: ■ CPD presentation (at least 1 lecture per annum ■Train and be competent using SOP’s for all instruments in the laboratory including maintenance in own area of work.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF 4 ■ SMLTSA Certificate ■ Registered with HPCSA in Clinical Pathology as a Medical Technician ■ Knowledge of health and safety regulations ■ Knowledge of technical appliances ■ Knowledge of quality control procedures ■Trouble shooting skills ■ Attention to detail ■ Use of laboratory equipment ■ Analytical skills ■ Communication skills ■ Interpersonal skills. ■ Computer literacy ■ Record keeping and filing skills ■ Ability to demonstrate the use of laboratory equipment’s.
Enquiries may be directed to Promise Mncube @ (031) 327 6768, e-mail application to promise.mncube@nhls.ac.za
LIMPOPO AND MPUMALANGA REGION
BUSINESS UNIT: CAPRICORN
DISCIPLINE: MICROBIOLOGY
LOCATION: POLOKWANE LABORATORY
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: LIMP02-CAP0922/001-01 (61006-005-8014)
Main Purpose of the Job
Conducts and monitors a variety of diagnostic analyses of patient specimens to provide accurate laboratory test results to aid in and confirm clinical diagnosis and treatment therapies.
Key Job Responsibility
Operational efficiency of laboratory: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times – each day/month/year ■ Perform preventive equipment maintenance performed as per set schedule ■ Daily compliance - Record temperature readings and equipment maintenance in accordance with relevant SOPs ensuring documents are accessible and retrievable ■ Compliance with in-lab TAT and upholding the standard each day ■ Efficient stock control on bench ■ Receive samples and determine if sample is acceptable to proceed with further analysis ■ Perform tests in accordance with SOPs ■ Verify test results.
QMS: ■ Understand the physical and chemical principles of the various analyses performed ■ Complete corrective action and troubleshooting logs for QC and equipment failures ■ Run Instrument Quality Controls (“IQC”) and EQA ■Record Non-Compliance (“NC”). Record Customer Complaints ■ Print and action Overdue and Pending List.
Assessments of results/Special stains/Interpretation of results: ■ Identify results that are outside expected finding or clinically established reference ranges and ensure as per SOP and report any abnormal results ■ Perform Data Checks as per SOP ■ Uncertainty of measurement ■ Inter-lab comparisons and validations.
Teaching, Training & Dev of Laboratory staff: ■ Attend actively CPD activities ■ 1x CPD presentation per annum in the 2nd and 3rd year.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ National Diploma: Biomedical Technology/ Bachelor of Health Science: Laboratory Science / NQF level 6 or 7 ■ Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist in Microbiology ■ Perform sampling and analysis of blood, tissue and body fluids ■ Preparation of samples for examination ■ Knowledge for the usage of specialized instrumentation ■ Knowledge of infection control and sterilization protocols ■ Accurate interpretation of results ■ Establish and monitor programmes that ensure data accuracy ■ Accuracy and organisational skills ■ Attention to details striving for an error free standard ■ Ability to identity problems and troubleshoot ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Communication skills (verbal, written & presentation ■ Computer Literacy ■ Time management and evaluation skills.
Enquiries may be directed to Selby Silinda @ 060 978 3103/ Helen Matetoane @ 072 346 8157 and Jeaneth Masibigiri @ 015 296 3910, or e-mail application to LIMPRegion@nhls.ac.za or visit the NHLS career page at http://careers.nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: CAPRICORN
DISCIPLINE: CHEMICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: POLOKWANE LABORATORY
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: LIMP02-CAP0922-001- 01 (61001.006.8014
Main Purpose of the Job
Conducts and monitors a variety of diagnostic analyses of patient specimens to provide accurate laboratory test results to aid in and confirm clinical diagnosis and treatment therapies.
Key Job Responsibility
Operational efficiency of laboratory: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times – each day/month/year ■ Perform preventive equipment maintenance performed as per set schedule ■ Daily compliance - Record temperature readings and equipment maintenance in accordance with relevant SOPs ensuring documents are accessible and retrievable ■ Compliance with in-lab TAT and upholding the standard each day ■ Efficient stock control on bench ■ Receive samples and determine if sample is acceptable to proceed with further analysis ■ Perform tests in accordance with SOPs ■ Verify test results.
QMS: ■ Understand the physical and chemical principles of the various analyses performed ■ Complete corrective action and troubleshooting logs for QC and equipment failures ■ Run Instrument Quality Controls (“IQC”) and EQA ■Record Non-Compliance (“NC”). Record Customer Complaints ■ Print and action Overdue and Pending List.
Assessments of results/Special stains/Interpretation of results: ■ Identify results that are outside expected finding or clinically established reference ranges and ensure as per SOP and report any abnormal results ■ Perform Data Checks as per SOP ■ Uncertainty of measurement ■ Inter-lab comparisons and validations.
Teaching, Training & Dev of Laboratory staff: ■ Attend actively CPD activities ■ 1x CPD presentation per annum in the 2nd and 3rd year.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ National Diploma: Biomedical Technology/ Bachelor of Health Science: Laboratory Science / NQF level 6 or 7 ■ Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist in Chemical Pathology ■ Perform sampling and analysis of blood, tissue and body fluids ■ Preparation of samples for examination ■ Knowledge for the usage of specialized instrumentation ■ Knowledge of infection control and sterilization protocols ■ Accurate interpretation of results ■ Establish and monitor programmes that ensure data accuracy ■ Accuracy and organisational skills ■ Attention to details striving for an error free standard ■ Ability to identity problems and troubleshoot ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Communication skills (verbal, written & presentation ■ Computer Literacy ■ Time management and evaluation skills.
Enquiries may be directed to Selby Silinda @ 060 978 3103/ Helen Matetoane @ 072 346 8157 and Jeaneth Masibigiri @ 015 296 3910, or e-mail application to LIMPRegion@nhls.ac.za or visit the NHLS career page at http://careers.nhls.ac.za
WESTERN AND NORTHERN CAPE REGION
BUSINESS UNIT: WESTERN CAPE
DISCIPLINE: BEAUFORT WEST LABORATORY
LOCATION: BEAUFORT WEST HOSPITAL
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0622/001-01 (16200-002-8014)
Main Purpose of the Job
Conducts and monitors a variety of diagnostic analyses of patient specimens to provide accurate laboratory test results to aid in and confirm clinical diagnosis and treatment therapies.
Key Job Responsibility
Operational efficiency of laboratory: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times – each day/month/year ■ Perform preventive equipment maintenance performed as per set schedule ■ Daily compliance - Record temperature readings and equipment maintenance in accordance with relevant SOPs ensuring documents are accessible and retrievable ■ Compliance with in-lab TAT and upholding the standard each day ■ Efficient stock control on bench ■ Receive samples and determine if sample is acceptable to proceed with further analysis ■ Perform tests in accordance with SOPs ■ Verify test results.
QMS: ■ Understand the physical and chemical principles of the various analyses performed ■ Complete corrective action and troubleshooting logs for QC and equipment failures ■ Run Instrument Quality Controls (“IQC”) and EQA ■Record Non-Compliance (“NC”). Record Customer Complaints ■ Print and action Overdue and Pending List.
Assessments of results/Special stains/Interpretation of results: ■ Identify results that are outside expected finding or clinically established reference ranges and ensure as per SOP and report any abnormal results ■ Perform Data Checks as per SOP ■ Uncertainty of measurement ■ Inter-lab comparisons and validations.
Teaching, Training & Dev of Laboratory staff: ■ Attend actively CPD activities ■ 1x CPD presentation per annum in the 2nd and 3rd year.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ National Diploma: Biomedical Technology/ Bachelor of Health Science: Laboratory Science / NQF level 6 or 7 ■ Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist in Clinical Pathology ■ Perform sampling and analysis of blood, tissue and body fluids ■ Preparation of samples for examination ■ Knowledge for the usage of specialized instrumentation ■ Knowledge of infection control and sterilization protocols ■ Accurate interpretation of results ■ Establish and monitor programmes that ensure data accuracy ■ Accuracy and organisational skills ■ Attention to details striving for an error free standard ■ Ability to identity problems and troubleshoot ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Communication skills (verbal, written & presentation ■ Computer Literacy ■ Time management and evaluation skills.
Enquiries may be directed to Chris Mxhosana @ (021) 417 9314, or e-mail application to chris.mxhosana@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: WESTERN CAPE
DISCIPLINE: WORCESTER LABORATORY
LOCATION: WORCESTER HOSPITAL
POSITION: LABORATORY MANAGER (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: D1
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0622/001-01 (15600-001-1312)
Main Purpose of the Job
To manage a laboratory to ensure achievement of a cost effective and high quality service in line with customer and business needs.
Key Job Responsibility: ■ Manages the correct application of quality assurance processes and standard operating procedures to ensure corrective actions are taken as required ■ Reviews and recommends change to standard operating procedures in order to ensure the laboratory is constantly able to provide a high quality, cost effective and safe service ■ Overseeing and monitoring equipment calibration and maintenance to ensure accurate and reliable results, oversees and monitors the validation of new equipment for implementation in the laboratory ■ Oversees asset management and procurement of goods to ensure the most effective utilization of resources, optimize stock levels, reduce costs and ensure availability of required stock at all times ■ Generate management reports as required to monitor work and performance status of the laboratory and take corrective action when required ■ Liaises with customers in order to resolve service related issues, maintain a positive image of the organization and promote the services of the laboratory ■ Accountable for the implementation and maintenance of the quality system that governs the laboratory and service components of the department to ensure compliance with the principles of Good Laboratory Practice and the fulfilment of SANAS accreditation requirements ■ Participates in the involvement and promotion of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities within the department/laboratory to contribute to staff development and in compliance with HPCSA requirements ■ Contributes to the development of an annual operational budget, and monitors and controls expenses against budget in order to control costs and maximise the profitability of the lab ■ Oversee the implementation and correct application of all NHLS policies and procedures to ensure compliance. ■ Plans and manages the activities of staff to ensure they achieve their performance objectives and ensure the most optimal utilisation of available resources ■ Ensures Training and development of staff to ensure they have the skills required by the organisation and are able to achieve their performance objectives ■ Oversees the training of students to ensure comprehensive prepare ■ Performs the role of a medical technologist as required as per operational needs.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ 3 (three) year degree/diploma in Medical Technology / Biomedical Technology / Bachelor in Health Science NQF level 6 or 7 ■ Registration with the HPCSA in the Clinical Pathology ■ 7 (seven) years post qualification and experience in the diagnostic laboratory ■ Knowledge of usage of Laboratory Equipment ■ Knowledge of Health and Safety issues in a Laboratory Environment ■ Knowledge of Laboratory Procedures and Processes ■ Knowledge of TQMS ■ Knowledge of stock control ■ Assertiveness ■ Interpersonal skills ■ Staff management ■ Basic understanding of finance and general management & computer skills ■ Ability to work under pressure ■ Communication skills ■ Planning, organizing and process management ■ Analytical skills.
Enquiries may be directed to Chris Mxhosana @ (021) 417 9314, or e-mail application to chris.mxhosana@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: NORTHERN CAPE
DISCIPLINE: MICROBIOLOGY LABORATORY
LOCATION: KIMBERLEY LABORATORY COMPLEX
POSITION: SUPERVISOR LABORATORY (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C3
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0122/001-01 (35204-001-1231)
Main Purpose of the Job
Supervises and co-ordinates the activities of personnel engaged in performing tests as well as oversee the technical operations of the laboratory to ensure an effective and efficient laboratory service.
Key Job Responsibility: ■ Provides expert technical assistance in specialized area of work to other laboratories for the purpose of troubleshooting and the set-up of new methods. ■ Oversees all aspects of quality assurance within the unit including daily Quality Control, External Quality Assurance, calibration and equipment maintenance to ensure the delivery of quality results and the implementation of timeous corrective action as and when required. ■ Generate regular TrakCare (LIS) work-file enquiries to monitor outstanding work within the unit and to take corrective action as required. ■ Responsible for the training and development of medical technologists and medical technicians in the technical aspects of the laboratory tests performed within the unit to ensure that they are adequately skilled in line with the laboratory’s needs. ■ Responsible for the training of medical technology students to ensure that they are technically competent in the work performed by the unit in order to pass the relevant qualifying examinations. ■Responsible for the upkeep of the quality system of the unit, including the regular review of Standard Operational Procedures, in order to ensure compliance with SANAS accreditation requirements. ■ Responsible for the optimization of each batch of reagents (antibodies) for immunohistochemistry, guided by manufacturer’s instruction and personal experience, to ensure the cost effective use of reagents and quality results. ■ Responsible for the optimization of stock levels and assessment of CAPEX needs within the unit to ensure the cost effective use of NHLS resources and the availability of reagents and suitable equipment at all times. ■ Implements safe working conditions and procedures to ensure a safe working environment and compliance with all safety legislation. ■ Participate in the delivery of Continuing Professional Development (CDP) activities within the department to contribute to staff development and in compliance with HPCSA requirements. ■ Liaises with customers in order to resolve service related issues and to promote a positive image of the laboratory. ■ Performs the duties of a medical technologist as required to ensure that all the work is processed in a timely and efficient manner. ■ Manages and develops staff to ensure that they are able to meet their performance objectives. ■ Assists lab manager in drawing up job descriptions for sub-ordinates to ensure that staff is aware of their performance expectations.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ 3 (three) year degree/diploma in Biomedical Technology / Bachelor in Health Science NQF level 6 or 7. ■ Registration with the HPCSA in the Microbiology / Clinical Pathology ■ 4 (four) years’ experience in a diagnostic laboratory. ■ Knowledge of laboratory instruments. ■ Interpret numerical laboratory results. ■ Quality assurance. ■ In-depth knowledge in Microbiology ■ Communication skills ■Customer care. ■ Interpersonal skills. ■ Coaching. ■ Analytical skills. ■ Problem solving skills. ■ Attention to detail. ■Supervisory skills. ■ Computer Literacy skills.
Enquiries may be directed to Paballo Thokoana @ (053) 831 3969 / 4188, or e-mail application to paballo.thokoana@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: NORTHERN CAPE
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: KIMBERLEY
POSITION: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: LT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0922/001-01 (35204-003-7014)
Main Purpose of the Job
To perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease under the supervision of a medical technologist
Key Job Responsibility
Laboratory Safety Compliance: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times-each day / month / year ■ Adherence to decontamination procedures upheld 100% of the time (e.g. daily bench decontamination, bio-hazardous spills, and instrument decontamination spills post service ■ 100% compliance on recording of temperature readings in accordance with relevant SOP’s
Laboratory Process (Produced laboratory work and/or Laboratory Reports: ■ Daily receive, sort and prioritize patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■ Daily analyse patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■Ensures that reliable and accurate results are generated 100% of the time ■ Daily adherence to set turnaround times for each tests onsite(NB) timed up to the preliminary reports ■ Daily filing and storage of specimen ■ Checks abnormal results according to laboratory SOP and reports results according to SOP ■ Prepares stains and slides for specialized testing ■ Daily documents data in own area of work.
Maintained and Operated Equipment: ■ Perform equipment maintenance as per schedule ■ Compliance and application of SOP’s ■ Ensure sufficient stock is available as per guidelines ■ Performance of quality checks ■Competency certificate for operation of equipment ■ 100% compliance to maintenance of reagent log sheets (logging of reagents, date of receipt, use and expiry and loading on instruments) ■Time error logs are flagged on equipment.
Quality Assurance: ■ Prepare quality control material(IQC) as per lab SOP and run routine IQC sample as per SOP and EQA ■ Identify IQC and report deviations to supervisor ■ Daily document log sheets (room temperature, fridges, etc.)
Teaching, Training, Research and Development of Laboratory staff: ■ CPD presentation (at least 1 lecture per annum ■Train and be competent using SOP’s for all instruments in the laboratory including maintenance in own area of work.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF 4 ■ SMLTSA Certificate ■ Registered with HPCSA in Clinical Pathology as a Medical Technician ■ Knowledge of health and safety regulations ■ Knowledge of technical appliances ■ Knowledge of quality control procedures ■Trouble shooting skills ■ Attention to detail ■ Use of laboratory equipment ■ Analytical skills ■ Communication skills ■ Interpersonal skills. ■ Computer literacy ■ Record keeping and filing skills ■ Ability to demonstrate the use of laboratory equipment’s.
Enquiries may be directed to Paballo Thokoana @ (053) 831 3969 / 4188, or e-mail application to paballo.thokoana@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: NORTHERN CAPE
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: UPINGTON
POSITION: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: LT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0922/001-02 (35400-004-7014)
Main Purpose of the Job
To perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease under the supervision of a medical technologist
Key Job Responsibility
Laboratory Safety Compliance: ■ Ensure compliance with health and safety measures at all times-each day / month / year ■ Adherence to decontamination procedures upheld 100% of the time (e.g. daily bench decontamination, bio-hazardous spills, and instrument decontamination spills post service ■ 100% compliance on recording of temperature readings in accordance with relevant SOP’s
Laboratory Process (Produced laboratory work and/or Laboratory Reports: ■ Daily receive, sort and prioritize patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■ Daily analyse patient samples according to laboratory SOP ■Ensures that reliable and accurate results are generated 100% of the time ■ Daily adherence to set turnaround times for each tests onsite(NB) timed up to the preliminary reports ■ Daily filing and storage of specimen ■ Checks abnormal results according to laboratory SOP and reports results according to SOP ■ Prepares stains and slides for specialized testing ■ Daily documents data in own area of work.
Maintained and Operated Equipment: ■ Perform equipment maintenance as per schedule ■ Compliance and application of SOP’s ■ Ensure sufficient stock is available as per guidelines ■ Performance of quality checks ■Competency certificate for operation of equipment ■ 100% compliance to maintenance of reagent log sheets (logging of reagents, date of receipt, use and expiry and loading on instruments) ■Time error logs are flagged on equipment.
Quality Assurance: ■ Prepare quality control material(IQC) as per lab SOP and run routine IQC sample as per SOP and EQA ■ Identify IQC and report deviations to supervisor ■ Daily document log sheets (room temperature, fridges, etc.)
Teaching, Training, Research and Development of Laboratory staff: ■ CPD presentation (at least 1 lecture per annum ■Train and be competent using SOP’s for all instruments in the laboratory including maintenance in own area of work.
Minimum requirements & key competency: ■ Grade 12 / NQF 4 ■ SMLTSA Certificate ■ Registered with HPCSA in Clinical Pathology as a Medical Technician ■ Knowledge of health and safety regulations ■ Knowledge of technical appliances ■ Knowledge of quality control procedures ■Trouble shooting skills ■ Attention to detail ■ Use of laboratory equipment ■ Analytical skills ■ Communication skills ■ Interpersonal skills. ■ Computer literacy ■ Record keeping and filing skills ■ Ability to demonstrate the use of laboratory equipment’s.
Enquiries may be directed to Paballo Thokoana @ (053) 831 3969 / 4188, or e-mail application to paballo.thokoana@nhls.ac.za