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NATIONAL HEALTH LABORATORY SERVICES (NHLS) VACANCIES
NATIONAL HEALTH LABORATORY SERVICES (NHLS)
GUIDELINES TO APPLICANTS
1. If you meet the requirements, kindly email a detailed CV to the relevant Practitioner/Administrator (Human Resources), quoting the reference number and the job title. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
2. Proof of current registration with a Professional body (e.g., HPCSA, SANC, etc.) and other supporting documents should accompany all applications e.g., qualification’s identity document, driver’s license etc.
3. Response Email addresses of the relevant HR representative and is supplied at the end of each regional advert. 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.
4. Candidates’ credentials will be subjected to criminal record checks, citizen verification, financial record checks, qualification/Study verification, previous employment verification, and social media accounts behaviour/comments verifications.
5. Candidates may be required to undergo competency/psychometric assessments, presentations, typing tests, or any other related assessments.
6. All health professional roles may be subjected to further assessment in line with the applicable proficiency matrix to determine the correct level.
7. At its discretion, The NHLS reserves the right to remove the advertisement and or not to appoint.
8. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
9. These positions are open to all employees of the NHLS Including the employees who are on contract in similar or different positions.
10. Internal employees are required to complete a period of twelve months in their current role before they can be eligible to apply for transfer.
11. The NHLS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The filing of posts will be guided by the NHLS employment Equity Targets.
12. Successful applicants will be remunerated on the entry level of the published pay scale associated with the advertised position grade and in line with the recruitment and selection policy, salary offer clause. 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.
13. This is an open advert. External applicants are welcome to apply for this bulletin
CLOSING DATE: 25 JUNE 2024
FORENSIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY ADVERTS
BUSINESS UNIT: FORENSIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY
DISCIPLINE: TOXICOLOGY SECTION
LOCATION: FCL- PRETORIA
POSITION: SENIOR FORENSIC ANALYST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C3
REFERENCE NUMBER: FCLPTA0224/001-01 (92002-003-1547)
Key Job Responsibility
■ Assist with quality related duties in the Section-general:
■ Attend to notifications and queries. ■ Ensure analytical instruments are kept operational in the Section, including trouble shooting, check instrument performance, assisting the mentor group with equipment problems. ■ Report instrument breakdown to the Lab Manager and/ or TQM ■ Oversee the operations of the standards laboratory (including training of analysts working in the standards lab.) on rotational basis per quarter OR responsible for method validation projects in the Section.
Analyze samples:
■ Produce analyses results. ■ Follow quality control procedures (QC charts completed, results checked as required, take part in proficiency schemes etc.). ■ Work according to SOPs of section (complete logbooks, registers etc.). ■ Preserve Chain of evidence of samples and accompanying documentation. ■ Present accurate court testimony.
Mentor Junior analysts:
■ Provide additional or refresher training/ train new analysts in assigned group of analysts in the section ■ Check/review cases of analysts in the section ■ Release and/or authorize results in LIMS after checking/reviewing cases ■ Ensure correctness of reports.
Assist with administrative duties in the Section:
Handle internal queries. ■ Initiate procurement for the equipment and consumables and chemicals in the Section. ■Assist with management of the inventory (assets and consumables) of the section. ■ Assist with provision of monthly statistics and information by the 6th of each month
Assist with quality related duties in the section:
■ Mentor group/analysts in Blood Alcohol section. ■ Train new analysts on various analytical activities of the section. ■Ensure that allocated analysts follow quality control procedures (QC charts completed, results checked as required, take part in proficiency schemes etc.). ■ Ensure urgent analysis are prioritized in Blood Alcohol section.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ BSc degree (NQF 7) with Chemistry as a major subject or Diploma in Analytical Chemistry (NQF 6) ■ Driver’s Licence ■ Honours / Higher Diploma in Chemistry (Desirable). ■ 3 (three) years’ appropriate experience in Toxicology Section ■ 1 (year) experience in supervisory / management (Desirable). ■ Knowledge of the types and uses of analytical equipment such as a gas chromatograph, high performance liquid chromatograph, mass spectrometer, ion chromatograph, spectrophotometer, atomic absorption spectrometer. ■ Rudimentary computer literacy (Spreadsheet, Database, Word processors). ■ Sound and in-depth knowledge of analyses of toxicology section ■ Sound and in-depth knowledge of analyses of biological material for the presence of drugs and poisons. ■ Knowledge of the Criminal Procedures Act, Health, and Safety Act. ■ Basic knowledge of judicial systems and court procedures. ■ Knowledge of ISO17025 and its use in the laboratory. ■ Skills and knowledge in chemistry ■ Good Communication and Interpersonal skills. ■ Facilitation and Presentation skills. ■ Research and Report writing skills. ■ Liaison skills. ■ Analytical skills. ■ Able to remain unbiased in the examination of court evidence. ■ Meticulous and capable of clear and logical thinking.
Enquiries may be directed Paballo Thokoana @ (071) 680 6522, e-mail application to Fclapplications@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: FORENSIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT SERVICE
LOCATION: FCL- CAPE TOWN
POSITION: ADMINISTRATION CLERK (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B3
REFERENCE NUMBER: FCLCPT (92004-001-6004)
Main Purpose of the Job
Provide a forensic analytical chemistry service to the judicial system and health authorities on behalf of the NHLS.
Key Job Responsibility
■ General administrative duties
■ To operate the telephone switchboard and to direct client to relevant personnel member or to assist with the query ■ To attend to enquiries and queries (telephonically, personally or per fax or e-mail) in respect of reports status, copies, prioritization, request for corrections etc. according to query procedure ■ To receipt and register subpoenas ■ Type submission and obtain the necessary documentation for staff to attend meetings, court cases, training etc. ■ Request for renewal of photocopier contracts and oversee efficient operation of and troubleshoot problems with the photocopiers ■To type submissions and make travel and accommodation arrangements for personnel members attending meetings, court cases, training etc. ■ To keep record of the authorized usage, and maintenance of vehicle and submission of monthly kilometres travelled by the vehicle/ keep record of vehicles and petrol cards used. ■ To log calls and liaise with IT department (user change forms) ■ To prepare reports from operational areas for distribution to clients. ■ Receipt, capturing and issuing of goods and capital items on information management system ■ Preparation and capturing of request memos ■ Obtain ICN numbers ■ Handling request memos queries ■ Prepare and capture RQ Memo’s and PA’s ■ Handle invoices and procurement or store related queries for warehouse items.
Good Laboratory Practice
■ To follow the SOP’s and quality controls of the Laboratory (e.g., obtain files according to procedure etc.) ■ To ensure adherence to the requirements of the safety manual and housekeeping policy of this Laboratory ■ To ensure the safety and keep the integrity of the work done at the Laboratory by following the security procedures ■ Management of Risk and Audit queries: ■ (i) to ensure that outstanding reports in filing room is brought to attention of section head ■ (ii) to ensure the document and sample chain of evidence and no documents or samples lost.
Pre-analytical
■ To receive and register Food/Toxicology/Blood Alcohol samples for analysis ■ To detect and issued anomaly reports ■To store and distribute Food/Toxicology/Blood Alcohol samples for analysis and take the necessary care for safe sample handling ■ To monitor the temperature of cold rooms at reception ■ To log samples at irregular times when required.
Dealing with customers
■ Being polite to customers ■ Inquiring about customer’s needs ■ Being attentive when serving customers ■ Coping with threats or rudeness from customers.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ Grade 12 (NQF 4) ■ A certificate in office administration (NQF5) ■ 1-2 years’ experience in a laboratory environment ■A basic Understanding of Windows, Microsoft office and LIMS ■ Office Administration ■ Good Communication Skills ■Good Customer Relations
Skills ■ Time Management ■ Ability to plan, organize and control work effort ■ Understand and follow oral and written instruction ■ Working knowledge of transport circulars, treasury instructions and procurement
Enquiries may be directed Paballo Thokoana @ (071) 680 6522, e-mail application to Fclapplications@nhls.ac.za
FORENSIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY ADVERTS
BUSINESS UNIT: FORENSIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY
DISCIPLINE: TOXICOLOGY SECTION
LOCATION: FCL- PRETORIA
POSITION: SENIOR FORENSIC ANALYST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C3
REFERENCE NUMBER: FCLPTA0224/001-01 (92002-003-1547)
Key Job Responsibility
■ Assist with quality related duties in the Section-general:
■ Attend to notifications and queries. ■ Ensure analytical instruments are kept operational in the Section, including trouble shooting, check instrument performance, assisting the mentor group with equipment problems. ■ Report instrument breakdown to the Lab Manager and/ or TQM ■ Oversee the operations of the standards laboratory (including training of analysts working in the standards lab.) on rotational basis per quarter OR responsible for method validation projects in the Section.
Analyze samples:
■ Produce analyses results. ■ Follow quality control procedures (QC charts completed, results checked as required, take part in proficiency schemes etc.). ■ Work according to SOPs of section (complete logbooks, registers etc.). ■ Preserve Chain of evidence of samples and accompanying documentation. ■ Present accurate court testimony.
Mentor Junior analysts:
■ Provide additional or refresher training/ train new analysts in assigned group of analysts in the section ■ Check/review cases of analysts in the section ■ Release and/or authorize results in LIMS after checking/reviewing cases ■ Ensure correctness of reports.
Assist with administrative duties in the Section:
Handle internal queries. ■ Initiate procurement for the equipment and consumables and chemicals in the Section. ■Assist with management of the inventory (assets and consumables) of the section. ■ Assist with provision of monthly statistics and information by the 6th of each month
Assist with quality related duties in the section:
■ Mentor group/analysts in Blood Alcohol section. ■ Train new analysts on various analytical activities of the section. ■Ensure that allocated analysts follow quality control procedures (QC charts completed, results checked as required, take part in proficiency schemes etc.). ■ Ensure urgent analysis are prioritized in Blood Alcohol section.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ BSc degree (NQF 7) with Chemistry as a major subject or Diploma in Analytical Chemistry (NQF 6) ■ Driver’s Licence ■ Honours / Higher Diploma in Chemistry (Desirable). ■ 3 (three) years’ appropriate experience in Toxicology Section ■ 1 (year) experience in supervisory / management (Desirable). ■ Knowledge of the types and uses of analytical equipment such as a gas chromatograph, high performance liquid chromatograph, mass spectrometer, ion chromatograph, spectrophotometer, atomic absorption spectrometer. ■ Rudimentary computer literacy (Spreadsheet, Database, Word processors). ■ Sound and in-depth knowledge of analyses of toxicology section ■ Sound and in-depth knowledge of analyses of biological material for the presence of drugs and poisons. ■ Knowledge of the Criminal Procedures Act, Health, and Safety Act. ■ Basic knowledge of judicial systems and court procedures. ■ Knowledge of ISO17025 and its use in the laboratory. ■ Skills and knowledge in chemistry ■ Good Communication and Interpersonal skills. ■ Facilitation and Presentation skills. ■ Research and Report writing skills. ■ Liaison skills. ■ Analytical skills. ■ Able to remain unbiased in the examination of court evidence. ■ Meticulous and capable of clear and logical thinking.
Enquiries may be directed Paballo Thokoana @ (071) 680 6522, e-mail application to Fclapplications@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: FORENSIC CHEMISTRY LABORATORY
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT SERVICE
LOCATION: FCL- CAPE TOWN
POSITION: ADMINISTRATION CLERK (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B3
REFERENCE NUMBER: FCLCPT (92004-001-6004)
Main Purpose of the Job
Provide a forensic analytical chemistry service to the judicial system and health authorities on behalf of the NHLS.
Key Job Responsibility
■ General administrative duties
■ To operate the telephone switchboard and to direct client to relevant personnel member or to assist with the query ■ To attend to enquiries and queries (telephonically, personally or per fax or e-mail) in respect of reports status, copies, prioritization, request for corrections etc. according to query procedure ■ To receipt and register subpoenas ■ Type submission and obtain the necessary documentation for staff to attend meetings, court cases, training etc. ■ Request for renewal of photocopier contracts and oversee efficient operation of and troubleshoot problems with the photocopiers ■To type submissions and make travel and accommodation arrangements for personnel members attending meetings, court cases, training etc. ■ To keep record of the authorized usage, and maintenance of vehicle and submission of monthly kilometres travelled by the vehicle/ keep record of vehicles and petrol cards used. ■ To log calls and liaise with IT department (user change forms) ■ To prepare reports from operational areas for distribution to clients. ■ Receipt, capturing and issuing of goods and capital items on information management system ■ Preparation and capturing of request memos ■ Obtain ICN numbers ■ Handling request memos queries ■ Prepare and capture RQ Memo’s and PA’s ■ Handle invoices and procurement or store related queries for warehouse items.
Good Laboratory Practice
■ To follow the SOP’s and quality controls of the Laboratory (e.g., obtain files according to procedure etc.) ■ To ensure adherence to the requirements of the safety manual and housekeeping policy of this Laboratory ■ To ensure the safety and keep the integrity of the work done at the Laboratory by following the security procedures ■ Management of Risk and Audit queries: ■ (i) to ensure that outstanding reports in filing room is brought to attention of section head ■ (ii) to ensure the document and sample chain of evidence and no documents or samples lost.
Pre-analytical
■ To receive and register Food/Toxicology/Blood Alcohol samples for analysis ■ To detect and issued anomaly reports ■To store and distribute Food/Toxicology/Blood Alcohol samples for analysis and take the necessary care for safe sample handling ■ To monitor the temperature of cold rooms at reception ■ To log samples at irregular times when required.
Dealing with customers
■ Being polite to customers ■ Inquiring about customer’s needs ■ Being attentive when serving customers ■ Coping with threats or rudeness from customers.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ Grade 12 (NQF 4) ■ A certificate in office administration (NQF5) ■ 1-2 years’ experience in a laboratory environment ■A basic Understanding of Windows, Microsoft office and LIMS ■ Office Administration ■ Good Communication Skills ■Good Customer Relations
Skills ■ Time Management ■ Ability to plan, organize and control work effort ■ Understand and follow oral and written instruction ■ Working knowledge of transport circulars, treasury instructions and procurement
Enquiries may be directed Paballo Thokoana @ (071) 680 6522, e-mail application to Fclapplications@nhls.ac.za
CORPORATE REGION
BUSINESS UNIT: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
DISCIPLINE: IT INFORMATION AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
LOCATION: SANDRINGHAM
POSITION: CONTENT MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C4
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPIT0224/001-03 (07926-001-1371)
Key Job Responsibility
■ To deliver, implement and manage Enterprise Content Management solutions ■ To implement the NHLS Content Management Strategy and the implementation of roadmaps for evaluating and rolling out of content management solutions and systems ■ To design and develop content models, security models, meta-data schemas and content types on the NHLS content management system ■ To manage the structure, design, security, functionality and administration of the internet and intranet pages and plan and manage content audits and content analysis ■ To implement document management, document imaging and workflows solutions ■ To develop and manage business requirements and technical documentation through liaison with business and technical stakeholders to create and deliver NHLS Content Management solutions ■ To contribute to the development of NHLS/IT governance models, procedures and policies ■ To offer training and handle enquiries on functionalities of the content management systems Open text Content Server and other NHLS’s solutions.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ National Diploma in Information Technology/Computer Science or Equivalent qualification (NQF 6) ■ Open Text Business Consultant Certification (Desirable) ■ Open Text System Administrator Certification (Desirable) ■ Five (5) years’ experience in IT of which Three (3) focusing on designing, developing and implementing Enterprise Content Management solutions utilizing the latest Open Text Content Server/Technology ■ Enterprise Content Management ■Knowledge Management ■ Records Management ■ Information Management ■ Document Management ■ Software Development Life Cycle methodology and application of web development technologies ■ Knowledge of the latest Open Text ECM technologies ■ Experience in requirements gathering and data analysis ■ Knowledge of Web development technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JSP and ASP.NET ■ Skills in Enterprise Content Management, requirements gathering, data analysis, web development technologies, project management ■ Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment ■ Excellent communication (Written and Oral) and interpersonal skills ■ Demonstrated leadership in professional setting, demonstrated teamwork and collaboration in a professional setting ■ Ability to work under pressure and prioritise ■ Desire to work in an information systems environment.
Enquiries may be directed Ntsane Seleso @ (011) 386 6145, e-mail application to Corporate2@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS RESEARCH AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
DISCIPLINE: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS AND RESEARCH
LOCATION: SANDRINGHAM
POSITION: EPIDEMIOLOGIST/BIOSTATISTICIAN (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: D2
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPAARQA6424/001-01 (09924-001-1360)
Key Job Responsibility
■ To provide epidemiological support and interventions to AAR and NHLS researchers. ■ To keep track record of all research activities within the NHLS and maintain a useful research and researcher’s database. ■ To facilitate and be involved in the training, mentoring, supervision as well as any other capacity building activities. ■ Advise and facilitate preparation of scientific reports and articles. ■ Review and advice on statistical analysis for grant applications. ■ To review applications and protocols to ensure consistency, sound research approach and advice on adequacy on projected sample sizes and data collection processes to meet objectives and statistical analysis that will lead to sound inferences. ■ Implement of statistical and epidemiological research tools or resources relevant to supporting NHLS researchers. ■ To provide advice on statistical and /or epidemiological methods and applications for planned research studies, design of research protocols and data analysis. ■ To advice and/or review statistical analysis plans ensuring that appropriate regulatory requirements and study objectives defined in the study protocols are met. ■ To give advice on best public health intervention strategies and practices and ensure best adherence to scientific methodology. ■ To provide advice on designs and implementation of epidemiological studies and surveillance systems. ■ To facilitate active participation in public health policymaking and research translation. ■ To provide additional support and contribute to the development of standard operating procedures for research activities within AARQA as well as other needs. ■ To assist with publication reviews and enhance process for translation of research to policy and /or service. ■ To comply with the AARQA data integrity, research and business ethics requirements. ■ To represent AARQA at regulatory meetings, sponsor meetings, and any other multifunctional meetings as needed. ■ Be actively involved in the writing and submission of scientific papers. Participate in relevant internal, Provincial, National and International meetings if required. ■ Collaborate and strengthen the relationship between NHLS, the National Department of Health (NDoH), partner universities and other key stakeholders by being the liaison for all partnerships. ■ Strengthen systems for accessing NHLS and private laboratory data for epidemiological applications with specific reference to surveillance and outbreak responses. ■ Manage and supervise other projects which will support the administrative work of the project funders.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ MSc Degree in Epidemiology or Biostatistics (in Public Health or any other medically related field) (NQF Level 9) ■ PhD in Epidemiology/Public Health or equivalent (Desirable) ■ Registration with HPCSA (Desirable) ■ Minimum Seven (7) years post qualification experience in epidemiology within a public setting ■ Minimum of 4 publications as a first author ■Knowledge of statistical packages preferably SAS or STATA:SQL or advanced Excel ■.Knowledge of record database management and data analysis ■ Good scientific writing skills ■.Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to process scientific and medical data. ■ Able to work independently ■. Expertise in manipulating and analysing data. ■ Ability to identify data issues, present problems, and implement solutions. ■ Capability of communicating technical concepts clearly, concisely and understandably. ■ Good Leadership, organisational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask. ■ Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills. ■ Ability to effectively collaborative across functional teams.
Enquiries may be directed Ndabenhle Ngongoma @ (011) 386 6145, e-mail application to Corporate2@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: COMMUNICATION, MARKETING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS
DISCIPLINE: COMMUNICATIONS
LOCATION: SANDRINGHAM
POSITION: WEB CONTENT MANAGER (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C4
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPCOM0324/001-02 (01192-001-4009)
Key Job Responsibility
■ To manage content for the organisation’s web presence using content management software to keep stakeholders informed on a regular basis and deliver communications messaging at a high standard ■ To coordinate web projects across departments to provide consistency and support to projects across the organization ■ To maintain a consistent look and feel throughout all web properties to brand the identity of the organization ■ To work with cross-departmental teams, maintain and develop the master content calendar for all web properties, coordinating activities and housing them in a central point of location ■ To copy edit and proofread all web content in order to maintain a high quality of content on electronic channels ■ To assure web-based information is achieved for future needs and reference ■ To track and report on all site metrics ■ To keep currently with emerging web technologies through relevant blogs, list servers and events ■To work cooperatively with key team members, clients and vendors ■ To update information on the NHLS intranet and websites as required ■ To perform other ad hoc duties as assigned from time to time.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ National Diploma in Web Design/ Information Technology/ Information Science/ Media/Multimedia Studies/ Communication Science (NQF 6) ■ Five (5) years’ experience in content management, web development and project management ■ Knowledge of Web Publishing, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, In Design, SharePoint and WordPress or any Content Management System (CMS) ■ Knowledge of Content Management Systems ■ Advanced knowledge of HTML ■Knowledge of Project Management ■ Knowledge of Web Design principles ■ Knowledge of Communications Delivery (Desirable) ■ Computer Literacy (Microsoft Office) ■ Time Management ■ Exceptional communication and organisational skills ■ Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced deadline driven environment ■ Ability to work under tight deadlines ■ Strong attention to detail ■ Basic Adobe Photoshop skills ■ Excellent English and grammar ■ Ability to learn quickly.
Enquiries may be directed Ntsane Seleso @ (011) 386 6145, e-mail application to Corporate2@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: COMMUNICATION, MARKETING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS
DISCIPLINE: COMMUNICATIONS
LOCATION: SANDRINGHAM
POSITION: GRAPHIC DESIGNER (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C2
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPCOM0324/001-03 (01192-001-1112)
Key Job Responsibility
■ To create designs, concepts and sample layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and aesthetic design concepts ■ To determine the size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and to select style and size of type ■To use computer software to generate new images/ graphics ■ To draw and print charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork using a computer ■ To confer with clients to discuss and determine artwork and layout design ■ To develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, intranet and internet websites ■ To prepare illustrations or drafts of the materials, products, or services ■ To meet with clients to determine the scope of a project, advise on strategies to reach a particular audience, and present designs to clients ■ Create and manage digital and print designs for our marketing needs ■ Responsible for implementing marketing campaigns.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ National Diploma in Graphic Design/ Multimedia Studies or Related (NQF 6) ■ Three (3) years’ experience in Graphic Design and Studio ■ Knowledge of graphic design, styles and techniques ■ Knowledge of Graphic Design Software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign Premier Pro and Figma ■ Ability to design from conceptualisation to final product ■ Adherence to Corporate Identity Guidelines ■ Preparing artwork of both online and print media (CMYK&RGB) ■ Understanding of online and print mediums ■ Strong understanding of colour theory, typography, and layout design principles ■ Ability to interpret a brief- and prepare artwork for various platforms, including, but not limited to digital and print, while ensuring optimal quality and resolution ■ Multi-Media Skills ■ Creative Thinking ■Self-Motivation ■ Deadline driven ■ Customer focused ■ Graphic, layouts and procurement skills ■ Attention to detail ■Team player/ work in a team ■ Ability to work independently ■ Ability to deal with difficult customers and senior employees ■ Communication Skills (internal and external parties) ■ Presentation Skills ■ Negotiation Skills ■ Analytical Skills ■ Artistic Skills.
Enquiries may be directed Ntsane Seleso @ (011) 386 6145, e-mail application to Corporate2@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: ACADEMIC AFFAIRS RESEARCH AND QUALITY ASSURANCE
DISCIPLINE: QUALITY ASSURANCE
LOCATION: SANDRINGHAM
POSITION: MANAGER: NATIONAL (QA OPERATIONS & SUPPORT)
PAY GRADE: D2
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPAARQA06240/001-02 (09927-001-1431)
Key Job Responsibility
■ To manage the administration and implementation of the quality management system using Q-pulse to ensure compliance within the NHLS quality policy. ■To implement the Q-pulse quality management system software throughout the organisation in order to standardise the quality system within each site. ■To manage, co-ordinate and implement national equipment standardisation and methodologies in order to obtain financial benefits, improve efficiency and address the skills shortage. ■To chair Cross Functional Evaluatrion teams in order to ensure that the process is objective in terms of awarding contracts/tenders according to PFMA and NHLS procurement policy. ■To ensure that correct evaluation/verification process have been carried out in compliance with NHLS policy on all new laboratory products in order to maintain technical quality of results in line with acceptance international standards. ■To manage the internal and external customer satisfaction surveys in order to inform the business of customer perceptions and to drive continuous improvement. ■To provide QMS training nationally and other countries in order to comply with the NHLS mandate. ■To conduct ISO audits internally and externally in order to create a sense of NHLS performance and maintain parity between NHLS and other organisations. ■To manage the units support staff in order to enable them to achieve their job objectives.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ Degree/National Diploma in Medical Technology (NQF Level 6) ■ Registration with HPCSA as medical technologist/medical scientist. ■ Registered SANAS assessor (desirable). ■ BTech/Honours/National Higher Diploma/Postgraduate qualification (desirable). ■ Eight (8) years’ experience in a laboratory environment of which 5 years should be as a QA Supervisor/Manager ■ Knowledge of statistics (6 months). ■ Knowledge of quality systems/concepts (2 years). ■ Broad knowledge of all disciplines (e.g. microbiology, chemistry, molecular techniques, haematology). ■ Knowledge of general management techniques. ■ Training and presentation skills. Computer literacy (MS Office Package). ■ Communication (verbal and written) skills. ■ Interpersonal skills. ■ Diplomatic. Persuasiveness. ■Analytical skills. ■ Attention to detail. ■ General management skills.
Enquiries may be directed Ndabenhle Ngongoma @ (011) 386 6145, e-mail application to Corporate2@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: FINANCE
DISCIPLINE: BUSINESS ANALYSIS
LOCATION: SANDRINGHAM
POSITION: FINANCIAL DATA ANALYST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C3
REFERENCE NUMBER: CORPFIN0124/001-04 (02905-001-1137)
Key Job Responsibility
■ To extract and translate relevant statistical and financial data from the national database in order to provide meaningful reports to senior management to inform business management and planning ■ To monitor daily revenue generation of the NHLS from laboratories to the general ledger to ensure consistency of data flow and completeness of billing ■ To assist with the development of new financial information systems and their administration in order to re-engineer business processes that provide management with business tools that allow easy access to information ■ To validate accounts receivable sub-ledger accounts with general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy of information and resolve any discrepancies prior to month end ■ To analyse and report on monthly financial and non-financial accounts and publish it to business to assist them in their financial/budget control function ■ To assist with the implementation of the annual budget process, including processing of the corporate budget, to facilitate timeous capturing of the budget ■ To manage corporate capital expenditure [Capex] spend against the pre-determined budget to ensure accuracy of information and highlighting of over or underspend ■ To extract relevant statistical and financial data from the national databases and translate into meaningful daily, monthly and annual reports for senior management in order to facilitate ongoing business management and forward planning. ■ To generate monthly financial accounts for selected major public sector customers and provide electronic information in a customized format in order to facilitate interpretation and thereby prompt payment by the customer to the NHLS.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ National Diploma in Financial/Management Accounting (NQF Level 6) ■ Three (3) years’ experience in analytical and financial accounting environment with exposure to top level reporting ■ Thorough knowledge of mathematical/statistical formulae (Excel)■ Advanced computer literacy (MS office, especially Excel with emphasis spread sheets and databases) ■Advanced system knowledge (ERP) ■ Analytical Skills■ Innovative thinking ■ Communication Skills■ Interpersonal Skills■ Numerical Ability.) ■ Business skills to deal with budgets, forecasts and real estate management.
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 BAY AND SARAH BAARTMAN
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT SERVICE
LOCATION: PE MAIN BRANCH
POSITION: CLEANER: HOUSEKEEPING / MESSENGER (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: A1
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-NMB&SB 0623/001-01 (21022-004-2113)
Main Purpose of the Job
To clean the different venues/offices/rooms/kitchens/hallways and stairs on a daily basis to ensure a clean and hygienic condition.
Key Job Responsibility
To clean the different venues/ offices/ rooms/ kitchens/ hallways/laboratory areas and stairs daily to ensure a clean and hygienic condition. ■ Responsible for vacuuming carpeted areas and spot cleaning carpets. ■ To dust, damp wipe, wash or polish furniture, ledges, window sills, external surfaces of cupboards, and shelves. ■ Sweeping and mopping of floors ■ To wash dishes in the kitchens, replenish kitchen supplies and wash/ clean fridges. ■ To empty waste bins and take waste to designated areas. ■ To clean toilets, urinals, hand basins, sinks, showers etc. to ensure hygienic toilet facilities. ■ To replenish consumable items (Soap/ toilet rolls/ paper towels) and ensure that stock is always available. ■ To set up tables/ chairs and equipment for events as needed. ■ Follow health and safety regulations and use chemicals as directed. ■ Report deficiencies or needs to the supervisor ■ Do ad-hoc as and when required.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ Grade 10 /NQF 2 ■ 1 (one) month on-the-job training. ■ Knowledge of health and safety. ■ Basic understanding of health and safety. ■ Knowledge of cleaning machinery/ cleaning materials and chemicals. ■ Cleaning of high windows Application of various cleaning procedures (e.g., wax). ■ Strong interpersonal skills. ■ Attention to detail. Communication skills. ■ Time Management. Enquiries may be directed Asamkele Gonose @ (041) 395 6162, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: BUFFALO CITY AND AMATOLE
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT SERVICE
LOCATION: EAST LONDON LABORATORY
POSITION: SUPERVISOR – NURSING SERVICE (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C3
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-BCA0124/001-02 (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 standardized 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 specific Crisis and conflict management laboratory ■Management of staff Planning and organizing 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 Lindokuhle Mbele @ (043) 700 8708, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: BUFFALO CITY AND AMATOLE
DISCIPLINE: MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION
LOCATION: EL FRERE HOSPITAL
POSITION: SECRETARY (BUSINESS UNIT) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B5
REFERENCE NUMBER: ECBC&A1023/001-06 (24780-002-7018)
Main Purpose of the Job
Performs secretarial and general office duties for a Business Manager to facilitate the smooth operation of the designated area.
Key Job Responsibility
■ Maintains a diary for the manager and ensures that all meetings and commitments are properly recorded while also optimising available time in consultation with the manager. ■ Receive, screen and action general communication and correspondence addressed to the Manager to ensure that only relevant communication reaches the relevant manager and that general communication is directed appropriately within the department. ■ Types and/or collates documents/reports and prepares presentations timeously as per requirements. ■ Faxes documents and maintains an accurate record of all documents transmitted. ■ Photocopies documents according to specific requirements and instructions. ■ Maintains a filing system and ensures that all documents are filed timeously according to procedures. ■Distributes documentation according to standard distribution instructions and ensures that, where necessary, documentation and reports are returned on time, by liaising with the respective managers/ departments. ■ Takes minutes of meetings, ensuring that an accurate and concise summary of proceedings is recorded, typed and distributed on time. ■ Handles all requirements relevant to the arrangement and logistics of meetings in line with specific requirements ■Handles bookings and monitors use and maintenance of pool vehicle where applicable ■ Liaises with travel agents and service providers regarding travel bookings as per requirements. ■ Assists with clients/students queries to ensure that they are speedily resolved. ■ Perform any a-hoc responsibilities as when required.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ Grade 12 ■ Relevant 3 Year Degree / Diploma or equivalent (Desirable) ■ minimum 1 year Administrative/ Secretarial experience ■ General office administrative knowledge ■ Ability to work unsupervised ■ General Office administrative skills ■ interpersonal skills ■ Attention to detail ■ Team orientated ■ communication skills ■ good typing skills.
Enquiries may be directed Lindokuhle Mbele @ (043) 700 8708, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: BUFFALO CITY & AMATOLE
DISCIPLINE: HISTOLOGY
LOCATION: EAST LONDON LABORATORY
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: ECBCM0323/001-10 (22002-006-8014)
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 Histology ■ 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 Lindokuhle Mbele @ (043) 700 8708, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: BUFFALO CITY AND AMATOLE
DISCIPLINE: NURSING SERVICES
LOCATION: EAST LONDON LABORATORY
POSITION: PHLEBOTOMY OFFICER (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B5
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-BCM0223/001-09 (22022-009-7015)
Main Purpose of the Job
To draw quality blood (and other fluids) samples from patients and prepare these specimens for further testing.
Key Job Responsibility
■ Draws blood as required using safety procedures ■ Observes the physical condition of patients during blood taking and applies sound phlebotomy practices in order to ensure the safety and comfort of patients ■ Pre- and post-test counselling of parents/guardians and children of various ages according to current South African legislation guidelines ■ Performs and interprets point of care tests as required ■ Keeps records of specimen collected, ensures that all patients detail and clinical information is accurately recorded and interprets test results in the context of the child’s clinical condition ■Handles or refers queries related to the service ■ Theoretical and practical training of other health care workers to render this service ■ Report writing to document the service and identity successes and failures ■ Revises standard operating procedures as new information becomes available and proactively strives to improve integration of child care service within the health care facility ■ Participates in operational research to inform best practice ■ Provides general nursing and phlebotomy technician services as required, from time to time ■ Checks stock levels of all collection materials and orders additional stock to ensure the availability of required materials at all times ■ Implements sound housekeeping procedures to ensure a safe working environment in accordance with legislation and all safety protocols.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ Matric (NQF 4)- Essential ■ Certificate in Nursing (3 years)/ SMLTSA Certificate (Essential) ■ Counselling and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) courses (Essential) ■ Registration with SANC as a nurse/ Registered with the HPCSA as a Phlebotomy Technician (Essential) ■ Valid Driver’s License (Desirable). ■ 0 years’ experience ■ Knowledge of HIV and TB management ■ Demonstrate full knowledge of the pre-collection limitations applicable to the required specimen and testing process ■ Demonstrate knowledge of the purpose and safe use of all equipment used in the collection of al specimen type and specialized testing procedures within the scope of practice ■ Demonstrate knowledge of factors which may affect the quality of the specimen arising either pre-Post or during specimen collection and apply appropriate actions to avoid their occurrence ■ Knowledge of research project and laboratory tests-Essential ■ Knowledge of various test regimes-Essential ■ Knowledge of specimen safety precautions-Essential ■ Understanding and applying correct procedures, Working in hazardous environment and being safety conscious-Essential ■ Sound knowledge of all required phlebotomy related nursing procedures and relevant disease process/laboratory tests –Essential ■ Computer literate ■Project Management skills-Essential ■ Data capturing and analysis skills-Essential ■ Interpersonal and Counselling skills ■ Written and Verbal Communication skills ■ Time Management and Initiative ■ Good communication ■ Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Enquiries may be directed Lindokuhle Mbele @ (043) 700 8708, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: BUFFALO CITY AND AMATOLE
DISCIPLINE: NURSING SERVICES
LOCATION: BUTTERWORTH LABORATORY
POSITION: PHLEBOTOMY OFFICER (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B5
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-BCM0223/001-19 (25800-001-7015)
Main Purpose of the Job
To draw quality blood (and other fluids) samples from patients and prepare these specimens for further testing.
Key Job Responsibility
■ Draws blood as required using safety procedures ■ Observes the physical condition of patients during blood taking and applies sound phlebotomy practices in order to ensure the safety and comfort of patients ■ Pre- and post-test counselling of parents/guardians and children of various ages according to current South African legislation guidelines ■ Performs and interprets point of care tests as required ■ Keeps records of specimen collected, ensures that all patients detail and clinical information is accurately recorded and interprets test results in the context of the child’s clinical condition ■Handles or refers queries related to the service ■ Theoretical and practical training of other health care workers to render this service ■ Report writing to document the service and identity successes and failures ■ Revises standard operating procedures as new information becomes available and proactively strives to improve integration of child care service within the health care facility ■ Participates in operational research to inform best practice ■ Provides general nursing and phlebotomy technician services as required, from time to time ■ Checks stock levels of all collection materials and orders additional stock to ensure the availability of required materials at all times ■ Implements sound housekeeping procedures to ensure a safe working environment in accordance with legislation and all safety protocols.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ Matric (NQF 4)- Essential ■ Certificate in Nursing (3 years)/ SMLTSA Certificate (Essential) ■ Counselling and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) courses (Essential) ■ Registration with SANC as a nurse/ Registered with the HPCSA as a Phlebotomy Technician (Essential) ■ Valid Driver’s License (Desirable). ■ 0 years’ experience ■ Knowledge of HIV and TB management ■ Demonstrate full knowledge of the pre-collection limitations applicable to the required specimen and testing process ■ Demonstrate knowledge of the purpose and safe use of all equipment used in the collection of al specimen type and specialized testing procedures within the scope of practice ■ Demonstrate knowledge of factors which may affect the quality of the specimen arising either pre-Post or during specimen collection and apply appropriate actions to avoid their occurrence ■ Knowledge of research project and laboratory tests-Essential ■ Knowledge of various test regimes-Essential ■ Knowledge of specimen safety precautions-Essential ■ Understanding and applying correct procedures, Working in hazardous environment and being safety conscious-Essential ■ Sound knowledge of all required phlebotomy related nursing procedures and relevant disease process/laboratory tests –Essential ■ Computer literate ■Project Management skills-Essential ■ Data capturing and analysis skills-Essential ■ Interpersonal and Counselling skills ■ Written and Verbal Communication skills ■ Time Management and Initiative ■ Good communication ■ Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Enquiries may be directed Lindokuhle Mbele @ (043) 700 8708, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: BUFFALO CITY AND AMATOLE
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY / HAEMATOLOGY
LOCATION: EL HAEMATOLOGY LABORATORY
POSITION: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: LT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-BCA0524/001-10 (22004-007-7014)
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
■ Matric Certificate ■ SMLTSA Certificate ■ Registered with HPCSA in Clinical Pathology/Haematology as a Medical Technician ■ Knowledge of health and safety regulations, technical appliances and quality control procedures ■ Trouble shooting skills ■ Attention to detail ■ Use of laboratory equipment ■ Analytical skills ■ Interpersonal skills.
Enquiries may be directed Lindokuhle Mbele @ (043) 700 8708, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: OR TAMBO AND CHRIS HANI
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: HEWU/QUEENSTOWN HOSPITAL
POSITION: LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: LT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-ORTCH0224/001-09(24820-004-7014)
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
■ Matric Certificate ■ SMLTSA Certificate ■ Registered with HPCSA in Clinical Pathology as a Medical Technician ■Knowledge of health and safety regulations, technical appliances and quality control procedures ■ Trouble shooting skills ■ Attention to detail ■ Use of laboratory equipment ■ Analytical skills ■ Interpersonal 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: CYTOLOGY
LOCATION: NELSON MANDELA ACADEMIC HOSPITAL
POSITION: LABORATORY ASSISTANT (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B3
REFERENCE NUMBER: EC-NMAL0224/001-05(23003-001-5003)
Main Purpose of the Job
To perform laboratory specimen preparations and related procedures in terms of pre and post testing standard operating procedures under supervision.
Key Job Responsibility
■ Receives, sort and refer(where applicable)specimens for testing ■ Spin and label specimens appropriately for testing ■Liaises with the registration area regarding errors made during data capturing ■ Check suitability of specimen for processing according to set standard operating procedures ■ Performs tasks in support of the analytical process as per discipline requirement, which include: Specimen configuration and liquating, protection against light, stain preparation, tracking missing competence, Ziehl Neelsen staining of slides for Mycobacterium, labelling and sorting of slides and forms for parity, monitoring of relevant equipment to ensure it is maintained and in good working order ■ Stores, retrieves data, maples and media(where applicable),in accordance with procedures ■ Disposal of waste in accordance with standard operating procedures and legislation ■ Monitor and request stock on the bench to ensure it is continuous supply of relevant stock in the lab Comply with policies and procedures of the NHLS, Quality Standards and the Occupational Health and Safety Act ■ Appropriate troubleshooting on lab equipment and specialized equipment to ensure continuous testing of specimens ■ Assist with ad-hoc administrative tasks in the lab to ensure quality control
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ Grade 12/Matric/NQF level 4/N2 ■ HPCSA registration as a Laboratory Assistant in Cytology ■ One-year experience in a laboratory environment(desirable) ■ Knowledge of Laboratories ■ Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety ■Computer literate ■ Attention to detail ■ Team orientated ■ Good communication skills.
Enquiries may be directed Phumzile Mbilini @ (047) 502 4192, e-mail application to EC.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
FREE STATE AND NORTH WEST REGION
BUSINESS UNIT: UNIVERSITAS ACADEMIC
DISCIPLINE: VIROLOGY
LOCATION: VIROLOGY LABORATORY
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: UNIFS0224/001-02 (31008-015-8014)
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
■ A National Diploma in Medical Technology or Biomedical Technology or Bachelor in Health Science NQF 6 or 7■Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist in Virology ■ Perform sampling and analysis of blood, tissue and body fluids ■ Preparation of samples for examination ■ Knowledge for the usage of specialised 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 detail, striving for an error free standard ■ Ability to identify problems and troubleshoot ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■Communication Skills (Verbal, written & presentation) ■ Computer Literacy ■ Time management and evaluation Skills ■Willing to work unsociable hours, weekends, public holidays and call outs.
Enquiries may be directed to Nomusa Sithole @ (051) 411 9946, e-mail application to FSNW.recruitment1@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: NORTH WEST
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: WOLMARANSTAD LABORATORY
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: FSNW0224/001-10 (51700-001-8014)
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 of the usage of specialized instrumentation ■ Knowledge of infection control and sterilization protocols ■ Accurate interpretation of results ■Establish and monitor programmes that data accuracy ■ Accuracy and organizational skills ■ Attention to detail, striving for an error free standard ■ Ability to identify problems and troubleshoot ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Communication skills (verbal, written & presentation) ■ Computer Literacy ■ Time Management and evaluation skills. ■ Willing to work unsociable hours, weekends, public holidays and call outs
Enquiries may be directed to Nomusa Sithole @ (051) 411 9946, e-mail application to FSNW.recruitment1@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: NORTH WEST
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: GANYESA LABORATORY
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: FSNW0224/001-09 (53700-001-8014)
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 of the usage of specialized instrumentation ■ Knowledge of infection control and sterilization protocols ■ Accurate interpretation of results ■Establish and monitor programmes that data accuracy ■ Accuracy and organizational skills ■ Attention to detail, striving for an error free standard ■ Ability to identify problems and troubleshoot ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Communication skills (verbal, written & presentation) ■ Computer Literacy ■ Time Management and evaluation skills. ■ Willing to work unsociable hours, weekends, public holidays and call outs
Enquiries may be directed to Nomusa Sithole @ (051) 411 9946, e-mail application to FSNW.recruitment1@nhls.ac.za
GAUTENG REGION
BUSINESS UNIT: CHARLOTTE MAXEKE ACADEMIC
DISCIPLINE: HAEMATOLOGY (SOMATIC CELL GENETICS)
LOCATION: CHARLOTTE MAXEKE HOSPITAL
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: GAUCM1023/001-13 (43004-020-8014)
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 ■ HPCSA registration as a Medical Technologist in Genetics ■- 0-3 years’ experience ■ Perform sampling and analysis of blood, tissue and body fluid ■ 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 detail strive for an error free standard ■ Ability to identify 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 Jeanette Dhlamini @ (011) 489 9008, e-mail application to CMAH.Recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: CHARLOTTE MAXEKE ACADEMIC
DISCIPLINE: VIROLOGY LABORATORY
LOCATION: CHARLOTTE MAXEKE HOSPITAL
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: GAUCM0224/001(43008-002-8014)
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 ■ HPCSA registration as a Medical Technologist in Virology ■ 0-3 years’ experience ■ Perform sampling and analysis of blood, tissue and body fluid ■ 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 detail strive for an error free standard ■ Ability to identify 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 Jeanette Dhlamini @ (011) 489 9008, e-mail application to CMAH.Recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: JOHANNESBURG SEDIBENG & WEST RAND
DISCIPLINE: IMMUNOLOGY LABORATORY
LOCATION: BRAAMFONTEIN COMPLEX
POSITION: MANAGER LABORTAORY (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C4
REFERENCE NUMBER: GAUJSW0424/001-01 (41807-001-1209)
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 maximize 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 utilization of available resources ■Ensures Training and development of staff to ensure they have the skills required by the organization 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 Immunology■ Current proof of HPCSA registration ■ 7 (Seven) years post qualification experience as a Medical Technologist 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 Skhumbuzo Mncwabe @ (011) 489 9203, e-mail application to bara.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: JOHANNESBURG, SEDIBENG & WEST RAND
DISCIPLINE: GENETICS
LOCATION: BRAAMFONTEIN COMPLEX
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT2
REFERENCE NUMBER: GAUJSW0424/001-02 (41088-000-8014)
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
■ Perform equipment maintenance and root cause analysis, completing action reports according to SOPs ■ Troubleshoot laboratory equipment and quality control independently, identifying, suggest and implement corrective measures ■Adhere to analytical times and basic TAT for capturing/resulting ■ Adhere to analytical times and basic TAT when embedding, cutting, staining, cover, slipping, quality control checks and dispatching of H/E special stains, frozen section biopsies and IMF ■ Verify and authorize test results ■ Verify QC of test results ■ Refer for further testing if required ■Collate data and statistics and basic interpretation over a period of time and make recommendations thereafter ■Identification of clerical and/or technical errors, report results and document non- conformances ■ Monitor stock for operational needs ■ Perform lot-to lot verification.
QMS
■ Interpret all Quality Controls (“QC) ■ Implement corrective action and close non-conformance (“NC”) ■Review/participate and submit EQA ■ Print, analyse and action rejection report ■ Action, close customer complaints.
Assessments of results/Special stains/Interpretation of results
■ Reviewing the work of others and amending results where necessary
Teaching, Training & Dev of Laboratory staff
■ 1 x CPD presentation per annum / Training Presentation ■ Ensuring that continuous training takes place and ensure the implementation of training programmes
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ National Diploma: Biomedical Technology/ Bachelor of Health Science: Biomedical Technology/ NQF level 6 or 7 ■HPCSA registration as a Medical Technologist in Genetics■ Current proof of HPCSA registration ■ Minimum of 4 (four) years post qualification experience within an appropriate Laboratory setting with as a Medical Technologist ■ Perform sampling and analysis of blood, tissue and body fluid ■ 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 programs that ensure data accuracy ■ Accuracy and organizational skills ■ Attention to detail strive for an error free standard ■ Ability to identify 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 Skhumbuzo Mncwabe @ (011) 489 9203, e-mail application to bara.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: JOHANNESBURG SEDIBENG & WEST RAND
DISCIPLINE: HUMAN GENETICS
LOCATION: BRAAMFONTEIN COMPLEX
POSITION: MEDICAL SCIENTIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MSE
REFERENCE NUMBER: GAUJSW1023/001-000 (41088-008-9014)
Main Purpose of the Job
Conduct research relevant to the pathology discipline, to teach and train students, to do diagnostic test development and to assist in troubleshooting related to diagnostic testing.
Key Job Responsibility
■ Conducts research under supervision of a Senior Medical Scientist or Pathologist. ■ On the bench (training of intern scientist, technologist and technicians) ■ Co-supervision of small research project. Conducts tests and procedures independently. ■ Contributes to laboratory administration (e.g. records, procurement, stock, control, equipment maintenance) ■ Records completed in accordance with current policies / procedures and relevant SOP ■ Maintenance logs are accurate, up to date accessible and retrievable Error logs/corrective action reports completed according to requirements ■ Perform equipment maintenance ■ Participation in Quality Management.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ BSc (Hons) is essential / MSc an advantage in Medical Science or related field ■ HPCSA registration as Medical Scientist in Human Genetics ■ Experience post internship in Human Genetics laboratory advantageous ■ Experience in a SANAS accredited lab, advantageous ■ Involvement in development and validation of either one or more diagnostic methodology or significant modification to existing applications or procedures ■ Scientific research abstract at least one ■Training of students or co-supervision of small research project ■ Communication skills (verbal and written) ■ Attention to detail ■ Problem solving skills ■ Accuracy skills ■ Computer literacy ■ Interpersonal skills.
Enquiries may be directed to Skhumbuzo Mncwabe @ (011) 489 9203, e-mail application to bara.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: EKURHULENI TSHWANE
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT SERVICES
LOCATION: THELLE MOGOERANE LABORATORY
POSITION: CLERK (LABORATORY) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B2
REFERENCE NUMBER: EKTS0224/001-06 (44800-002-5012)
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 list 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 turn- around times ■ Responsible for appropriate packaging, recording, monitoring and of all out-going referral specimens ■ Keeps specimens requests 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– 2-year work experience ■ Knowledge of Laboratory Information System (Essential) ■ General administration knowledge (Essential) ■ Computer skills (Essential) ■Communication skills (Verbal, written, presentation) (Essential) ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively (Essential) ■ Attention to detail (Essential) ■ Candidates will be required to do a typing competency test.
Enquiries may be directed to Sinovuyo Nduna @ (011) 489 9203, e-mail application to EKTS.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: DR GEORGE MUKHARI ACADEMIC
DISCIPLINE: CHEMICAL PATHOLOGY DEPARTMENT
LOCATION: DR GEORGE MUKHARI HOSPITAL
POSITION: SUPERVISOR (LABORATORY) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: C3
REFERENCE NUMBER: GAUDGM0224/001-20 (46006-001-1231)
Main Purpose of the Job
Supervises and co-ordinates the activities of personnel engaged in performing tests. To 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. ■ Perform 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 Medical Technology / Biomedical Technology / Bachelor in Health Science NQF level 6 or 7 ■ Registration with the HPCSA in Chemical Pathology / Clinical Pathology ■ Minimum of 4 (four) years’ experience as Medical Technologist in a diagnostic laboratory. ■ Knowledge of laboratory instruments. ■ Interpret numerical laboratory results. ■ Quality assurance. ■ In-depth knowledge of chemistry ■ 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 Nomti Ralarala @ (011) 489 9932, e-mail application to TAD.Recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: EKURHULENI TSHWANE
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY / CHEMICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: TAMBO MEMORIAL LABORATORY
POSITION: SERVICE PATHOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: PHE
REFERENCE NUMBER: EKTS0524/001 (44990-001-1608)
Key Job Responsibility
■ Preparation and delivering of academic lectures/seminars within an existing curriculum framework. ■To perform, interpret report on and authorize a full range of laboratory tests / autopsies with the specified turnaround times ■ To guide clinicians (including internal and external customers) in the selection and interpretation of laboratory tests to optimize patient care, including the provision of an after-hours service. ■ To provide informal training to undergraduate and post-graduate students as well as medical technologists in order to impart knowledge, teach skills and assess competence. ■Conduct routine diagnostic services.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ FCPath or MMED qualification in the relevant discipline ■Takes accountability for own personal development (attending CPD etc.) ■ HPCSA registered for independent practice as pathologist in applicable discipline.
Enquiries may be directed to Xoliswa Sinkqo @ (011) 489 9020, e-mail application to xoliswa.sinkqo@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: EKURHULENI TSHWANE
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT SERVICES
LOCATION: JUBILEE LABORATORY
POSITION: CLERK (LABORATORY) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B2
REFERENCE NUMBER: EKTS0224/001-03 (53200-001-7009)
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 list 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 turn- around times ■ Responsible for appropriate packaging, recording, monitoring and of all out-going referral specimens ■ Keeps specimens requests 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) ■ 1-2 year work experience ■Knowledge of laboratory Information System ■ General administration knowledge (Essential) ■ Computer Skills (Essential) ■Communication skills (Verbal, written, presentation) (Essential) ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively (Essential) ■ Attention to detail (Essential) ■ Candidates will be required to do typing test.
Enquiries may be directed to Rendani Banda @ (011) 489 9009, e-mail application to Gaucov4.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: EKURHULENI TSHWANE
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT SERVICES
LOCATION: KALAFONG LABORATORY
POSITION: CLERK (LABORATORY) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B2
REFERENCE NUMBER: EKTS0224/001-03 (64150-001-5012)
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 list 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 turn- around times ■ Responsible for appropriate packaging, recording, monitoring and of all out-going referral specimens ■ Keeps specimens requests 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 (essential) ■ 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 typing test.
Enquiries may be directed to Rendani Banda @ (011) 489 9009, e-mail application to Gaucov4.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
LIMPOPO AND MPUMALANGA REGION
BUSINESS UNIT: CAPRICORN
DISCIPLINE: ANATOMICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: POLOKWANE LABORATORY
POSITION: PATHOLOGIST (SESSIONAL) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: PHE
REFERENCE NUMBER: LIMP-CAP0524/001-01 (61002-001-1414)
Key Job Responsibility
■ Preparation and delivering of academic lectures/seminars within an existing curriculum framework. ■To perform, interpret report on and authorise a full range of laboratory tests / autopsies with the specified turnaround times ■ To guide clinicians (including internal and external customers) in the selection and interpretation of laboratory tests to optimize patient care, including the provision of an after-hours service. ■ To provide informal training to undergraduate and post-graduate students as well as medical technologists in order to impart knowledge, teach skills and assess competence. ■Conduct routine diagnostic services.
Minimum requirements & Key competencies
■ FCPath or MMED qualification in the relevant discipline ■ Takes accountability for own personal development (attending CPD etc.) ■ HPCSA registered for independent practice as pathologist in applicable discipline.
Enquiries may be directed to Ms. Mabatho Moshidi @ 082 886 8579, or e-mail application toLIMPRegion@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: CAPRICORN
DISCIPLINE: MICROBIOLOGY
LOCATION: POLOKWANE LABORATORY
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT2
REFERENCE NUMBER: LIMP04-CAP0624/001-05 (61006-009-8014)
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
■ Perform equipment maintenance and root cause analysis, completing action reports according to SOPs ■ Troubleshoot laboratory equipment and quality control independently, identifying, suggest and implement corrective measures ■Adhere to analytical times and basic TAT for capturing/resulting ■ Adhere to analytical times and basic TAT when embedding, cutting, staining, cover, slipping, quality control checks and dispatching of H/E special stains, frozen section biopsies and IMF ■ Verify and authorize test results ■ Verify QC of test results ■ Refer for further testing if required ■Collate data and statistics and basic interpretation over a period of time and make recommendations thereafter ■Identification of clerical and/or technical errors, report results and document non- conformances ■ Monitor stock for operational needs ■ Perform lot-to lot verification.
QMS
■ Interpret all Quality Controls (“QC) ■ Implement corrective action and close non-conformance (“NC”) ■Review/participate and submit EQA ■ Print, analyse and action rejection report ■ Action, close customer complaints.
Assessments of results/Special stains/Interpretation of results
■ Reviewing the work of others and amending results where necessary
Teaching, Training & Dev of Laboratory staff
■ 1 x CPD presentation per annum / Training Presentation ■ Ensuring that continuous training takes place and ensure the implementation of training programmes.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ National Diploma: Biomedical Technology/ Bachelor of Health Science: Biomedical Technology/ NQF level 6 or 7 ■HPCSA registration as a Medical Technologist in Microbiology ■ Minimum of 4 (four) years post qualification experience in a diagnostic laboratory as a Medical Technologist ■ Perform sampling and analysis of blood, tissue and body fluid ■ 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 organizational skills ■ Attention to detail strive for an error free standard ■ Ability to identify 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 Helen Matetoane @ 072 346 8157 and Jeaneth Masibigiri @ 015 296 3910, or e-mail application to LIMPRegion@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: VHEMBE MOPANI
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: KGAPANE LABORATORY
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (WITHDRAWN)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: LIMP01-VM0923/001-10 (61100-001-8014)
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 ■ HPCSA registration as a Medical Technologist in Clinical Pathology ■ 0-3 years’ experience including internship ■ Perform sampling and analysis of blood, tissue and body fluid ■ 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 organizational skills ■ Attention to detail strive for an error free standard ■ Ability to identify 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 Helen Matetoane @ 072 346 8157 and Jeaneth Masibigiri @ 015 296 3910, or e-mail application to LIMPRegion@nhls.ac.za
WESTERN AND NORTHERN CAPE REGION
BUSINESS UNIT: TYGERBERG ACADEMIC
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT SERVICES
LOCATION: TYGERBERG HOSPITAL
POSITION: CLERK (LABORATORY) (X 5 POSTS) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B2
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0324/001-01 (11022-017-7009) (11022-026-7009) (11022-027-7009) (11022-028-7009) (11022-029-7009)
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 ■Responsible for appropriate packaging, recording and monitoring of all out-going referral specimens ■ Keeps specimens request forms for audit purposes ■ Receipt and downloading of electronic referrals to correlate specimen received with information provided and follow up accordingly, in order to improve turnaround times ■ 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 ■ 1-year clerical experience ■ Knowledge of Laboratory Information System ■ General administration knowledge ■ Computer skills ■ Communication skills (Verbal, written, presentation) ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Candidates will be required to do a typing competency test.
Enquiries may be directed to Fulufhelo Ramolumisi @ (021) 938 4169, or e-mail application to fulufhelo.ramolumisi@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: GROOTE SCHUUR ACADEMIC
DISCIPLINE: CHEMICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: GROOTE SCHUUR HOSPITAL
POSITION: ASSISTANT LABORATORY (REGISTERED) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B3
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0324/001-01 (12001-002-5003)
Key Job Responsibility
■ Receives, sort and refer (where applicable) specimens for testing ■ Spin and label specimens appropriately for testing ■Liaises with the registration area regarding errors made during data capturing ■ Check suitability of specimen for processing according to set standard operating procedures ■ Performs tasks in support of the analytical process as per discipline requirements, e.g. specimens centrifugation and liquoring, protection against light, stain preparation, tracking missing samples, focal point equipment competence, labeling and sorting of slides and forms for parity, monitoring of relevant equipment to ensure it is maintained and in good working order ■ Stores, retrieve data, samples and media in accordance with the procedure ■ Disposal of waste in accordance with standard operating procedures and legislation ■Monitor and request stock on the bench to ensure continuous supply of relevant stock in the lab ■ Comply with policies and procedures of the NHLS as well as the Occupational Health and Safety Act ■ Appropriate troubleshooting on lab equipment and specialised equipment to ensure continuous testing of specimens ■ Assist with ad hoc administrative tasks in the lab to ensure quality control.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ Laboratory Assistant Certificate ■ Registered with the HPCSA as a Laboratory Assistant ■ Ability to work unsupervised ■ Good computer skills (Excel, Word) ■ Good communication skills ■ Good interpersonal skills ■ Attention to detail ■Team orientated ■ Good organizing skills.
Enquiries may be directed to Neliswa Ngculu @ (021) 404 5308, e-mail application to Neliswa.ngculu@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: GROOTE SCHUUR ACADEMIC
DISCIPLINE: HISTOLOGY LABORATORY
LOCATION: GROOTE SCHUUR HOSPITAL
POSITION: ASSISTANT LABORATORY (REGISTERED) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B3
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0324/001-01 (12002-002-5003)
Key Job Responsibility
■ Receives, sort and refer (where applicable) specimens for testing ■ Spin and label specimens appropriately for testing ■Liaises with the registration area regarding errors made during data capturing ■ Check suitability of specimen for processing according to set standard operating procedures ■ Performs tasks in support of the analytical process as per discipline requirements, e.g. specimens centrifugation and liquoring, protection against light, stain preparation, tracking missing samples, focal point equipment competence, labelling and sorting of slides and forms for parity, monitoring of relevant equipment to ensure it is maintained and in good working order ■ Stores, retrieve data, samples and media in accordance with the procedure ■ Disposal of waste in accordance with standard operating procedures and legislation ■Monitor and request stock on the bench to ensure continuous supply of relevant stock in the lab ■ Comply with policies and procedures of the NHLS as well as the Occupational Health and Safety Act ■ Appropriate troubleshooting on lab equipment and specialised equipment to ensure continuous testing of specimens ■ Assist with ad hoc administrative tasks in the lab to ensure quality control.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ Laboratory Assistant Certificate ■ Registered with the HPCSA as a Laboratory Assistant ■ Ability to work unsupervised ■ Good computer skills (Excel, Word) ■ Good communication skills ■ Good interpersonal skills ■ Attention to detail ■Team orientated ■ Good organizing skills.
Enquiries may be directed to Neliswa Ngculu @ (021) 404 5308, e-mail application to Neliswa.ngculu@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: GROOTE SCHUUR ACADEMIC
DISCIPLINE: TISSUE IMMUNOLOGY LABORATORY
LOCATION: GROOTE SCHUUR HOSPITAL
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0324/001-01 (12017-001-8014)
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 Neliswa Ngculu @ (021) 404 5308, e-mail application to Neliswa.ngculu@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: GROOTE SCHUUR ACADEMIC
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT SERVICE
LOCATION: GROOTE SCHUUR HOSPITAL
POSITION: ASSISTANT LABORATORY (REGISTERED) (X2 POSTS) (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B3
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0124/001-01 (12022-013-5003) 1(2022-018-5003)
Key Job Responsibility
■ Receives, sort and refer (where applicable) specimens for testing ■ Spin and label specimens appropriately for testing ■Liaises with the registration area regarding errors made during data capturing ■ Check suitability of specimen for processing according to set standard operating procedures ■ Performs tasks in support of the analytical process as per discipline requirements, e.g. specimens centrifugation and liquoring, protection against light, stain preparation, tracking missing samples, focal point equipment competence, labelling and sorting of slides and forms for parity, monitoring of relevant equipment to ensure it is maintained and in good working order ■ Stores, retrieve data, samples and media in accordance with the procedure ■ Disposal of waste in accordance with standard operating procedures and legislation ■Monitor and request stock on the bench to ensure continuous supply of relevant stock in the lab ■ Comply with policies and procedures of the NHLS as well as the Occupational Health and Safety Act ■ Appropriate troubleshooting on lab equipment and specialised equipment to ensure continuous testing of specimens ■ Assist with ad hoc administrative tasks in the lab to ensure quality control.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ Laboratory Assistant Certificate ■ Registered with the HPCSA as a Laboratory Assistant ■ Ability to work unsupervised ■ Good computer skills (Excel, Word) ■ Good communication skills ■ Good interpersonal skills ■ Attention to detail ■Team orientated ■ Good organizing skills.
Enquiries may be directed to Neliswa Ngculu @ (021) 404 5308, e-mail application to Neliswa.ngculu@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: GROOTE SCHUUR ACADEMIC
DISCIPLINE: CYTOGENETICS LABORATORY
LOCATION: GROOTE SCHUUR HOSPITAL
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0324/001-01 (12088-002-8014)
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 Cytogenetics / Human Genetics ■ 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 Neliswa Ngculu @ (021) 404 5308, e-mail application to Neliswa.ngculu@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: WESTERN CAPE REGION
DISCIPLINE: HISTOLOGY
LOCATION: GREEN POINT LABORATORY
POSITION: DICTAPHONE TYPIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B3
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0324/001-01 (14002-002-6011)
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 ■ 1-2 years 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 to Chris Mxhosana @ (021) 417 9314, or e-mail application to chris.mxhosana@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: WESTERN CAPE
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: PAARL HOSPITAL
POSITION: CLERK LABORATORY (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B2
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0324/001-01 (15100-001-5012)
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 ■Responsible for appropriate packaging, recording and monitoring of all out-going referral specimens ■ Keeps specimens request forms for audit purposes ■ Receipt and downloading of electronic referrals to correlate specimen received with information provided and follow up accordingly, in order to improve turnaround times ■ 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 ■ 1 year clerical experience ■ Knowledge of Laboratory Information System ■ General administration knowledge ■ Computer skills ■ Communication skills (Verbal, written, presentation) ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Candidates will be required to do a typing competency test.
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: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: WEST COAST DISTRICT / VREDENBURG HOSPITAL
POSITION: CLERK LABORATORY (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B2
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0324/001-01 (15300-002-7009)
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 ■Responsible for appropriate packaging, recording and monitoring of all out-going referral specimens ■ Keeps specimens request forms for audit purposes ■ Receipt and downloading of electronic referrals to correlate specimen received with information provided and follow up accordingly, in order to improve turnaround times ■ 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 ■ 1 year clerical experience ■ Knowledge of Laboratory Information System ■ General administration knowledge ■ Computer skills ■ Communication skills (Verbal, written, presentation) ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Candidates will be required to do a typing competency test.
Enquiries may be directed to Chris Mxhosana @ (021) 417 9314, or e-mail application to chris.mxhosana@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: GROOTE SCHUUR ACADEMIC
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: KARL BREMER HOSPITAL
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0124/001-01 (15400-004-8014)
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 REGION
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: MOSSEL BAY LABORATORY
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC1123/001-01 (15900-001-8014)
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: LABORATORY SUPPORT SERVICE
LOCATION: OUDTSHOORN HOSPITAL
POSITION: CLERK LABORATORY (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B2
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0324/001-01 (16000-002-7009)
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 ■Responsible for appropriate packaging, recording and monitoring of all out-going referral specimens ■ Keeps specimens request forms for audit purposes ■ Receipt and downloading of electronic referrals to correlate specimen received with information provided and follow up accordingly, in order to improve turnaround times ■ 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 ■ 1 year clerical experience ■ Knowledge of Laboratory Information System ■ General administration knowledge ■ Computer skills ■ Communication skills (Verbal, written, presentation) ■ Ability to work independently and collaboratively ■ Candidates will be required to do a typing competency test.
Enquiries may be directed to Chris Mxhosana @ (021) 417 9314, or e-mail application to chris.mxhosana@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: WESTERN CAPE REGION
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: BEAUFORT WEST HOSPITAL
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0324/001-01 (16200-003-8014)
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: MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION
LOCATION: GREEN POINT COMPLEX
POSITION: STORES CLERK (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B3
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0324/001-01 (10090-003-6009)
Main Purpose of the Job
To oversee the stores function to ensure continued availability and supply of goods to the NHLS laboratories and departments
Key Job Responsibility
■ To check internal stores order information from the procurement system to ensure processing of orders and to determine items requiring placement on back orders ■ To receive and verify goods received from suppliers to ensure accuracy of delivery ■ To capture all goods and services received on the procurement system in order to allow payment ■ To ensure the delivery or despatch of goods to different departments to ensure accurate and timeous delivery ■ To monitor stock levels and initiate re-ordering as required to ensure continuity of supply ■ To conduct stock taking accordingly in compliance with the inventory policy ■ To handle all internal and external queries related to stock to ensure resolution ■ To ensure that stock rotation is done to prevent expiry of goods ■ To adjust monthly order quantity according to usage to ensure continuity of supply ■ To do analysis for increased demand in order to procure required stock levels during peak / low times ■ To print picking slips and assign for packing to ensure continuity of supply ■ To ensure compliance with health and safety regulations for the working environment ■ To assist with picking and other activities as required.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ Grade 12 \ NQF level 3 / N2/NQF level 3 / NQF level 3 equivalent. ■ Diploma or Certificate in Procurement ■ 1 – 3 years’ experience in Stores environment. ■ Working knowledge of electronic procurement system (ERP) ■ Computer literacy (MS Office). ■ Working knowledge of PFMA, PPPFA, BBBEE desirable ■ Written and verbal communication skills. ■ Interpersonal skills. ■ Attention to detail. ■ Planning and organizing skills. ■ Working under pressure. ■ Dealing with irate customers.
Enquiries may be directed to Chris Mxhosana @ (021) 417 9314, or e-mail application to chris.mxhosana@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: NORTHERN CAPE REGION
DISCIPLINE: CHEMICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: KIMBERLEY HOSPITAL (BASED IN CAPE TOWN)
POSITION: SERVICE PATHOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: PHE
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC1017/001-01 (35202-001-1414)
Key Job Responsibility
■ Responsible for the final diagnostic report sent out to the clinicians ■ Interaction and consultation with clinicians to ensure that routine requested investigations and proposed diagnosis are appropriate. ■ Provide expert advice to all customers in order to resolve clinical and diagnostic queries in a professional and timely manner. ■ Available to provide expert advice to all internal and external customers in order to resolve clinical and diagnostic queries and concerns in a professional and timely manner and responds to complaints about any aspect of the diagnostic service output in a professional and timely manner to promote sound customer relations. ■ To contribute in the design, development and maintenance of quality system. ■ To comply with the principle of good laboratory practice, full SANAS accreditation requirements and relevant legislation. ■ To contribute to the overall management of the laboratory. ■ Contributes towards teaching and training Registrars, Scientists, Technologists and Technicians. ■ Contributes towards teaching and training of undergraduate students in accordance with University requirements. ■ Contribute to the departmental CPD programmes. ■ To conduct research in order to contribute to publications and towards translation of policy and service.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ MBCHB and M Med / FC Path within Chemical Pathology ■ Registration with HPCSA as a Pathologist (Independent practice category). ■ Laboratory safety procedures. ■ Medical conditions, in particular clinical pathology correlation. ■Principles of analytical methodology. ■ Method validation including statistical calculations. ■ Laboratory quality assurance processes. ■ Principles of applied research methodology. ■ Practical laboratory techniques where relevant. ■Biopsy interpretation in order to advise clinicians. ■ Computer literacy. ■ Communication and Presentation Skills. ■Analytical and diagnosing. ■ Problem solving. ■ Conducting research.
Enquiries may be directed to Oyama Mbalo @ (053) 831 3969, or e-mail application to oyama.mbalo@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: NORTHERN CAPE
DISCIPLINE: MICROBIOLOGY / VIROLOGY LABORATORY
LOCATION: KIMBERLEY HOSPITAL
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0324/001-01 (35204-010-8014)
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 Virology ■ 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 Oyama Mbalo @ (053) 831 3969, or e-mail application to oyama.mbalo@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: NORTHERN CAPE REGION
DISCIPLINE: PROCUREMENT STORE
LOCATION: KIMBERLEY HOSPITAL
POSITION: STORES ASSISTANT (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: B1
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0324/001-01 (35206-001-3001)
Key Job Responsibility
■ Packing of goods received from suppliers, after verification by Clerk, onto designated shelves in the store room ■Picking of goods for dispatch as per order to be verified by clerk ■ Hand delivers goods to requesting laboratory or department ■ Responsible for cleaning the store room to ensure that goods are replaced in designated areas ■ Assist in stock taking under supervision as per instruction.
Minimum requirements & key competency
■ Grade 12 ■ 6 months-1 year in an appropriate Procurement / Stores environment. ■ Basic computer literacy ■Physically able to move and/or carry boxes and stock items ■ Attention to detail ■ Team orientated ■ Communication skills.
Enquiries may be directed to Oyama Mbalo @ (053) 831 3969, or e-mail application to oyama.mbalo@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: NORTHERN CAPE
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY LABORATORY
LOCATION: DE AAR HOSPITAL
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0324/001-01 (35300-004-8014)
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 Oyama Mbalo @ (053) 831 3969, or e-mail application to oyama.mbalo@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: NORTHERN CAPE
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY LABORATORY
LOCATION: UPINGTON LABORATORY
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0324/001-01 (35400-005-8014)
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 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 Oyama Mbalo @ (053) 831 3969, or e-mail application to oyama.mbalo@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: NORTHERN CAPE
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY LABORATORY
LOCATION: SPRINGBOK HOSPITAL
POSITION: MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
PAY GRADE: MT1
REFERENCE NUMBER: WCNC0324/001-01 (35500-003-8014)
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 Oyama Mbalo @ (053) 831 3969, or e-mail application to oyama.mbalo@nhls.ac.za