Medical Technologist - Laboratory Science

Job Title: Medical Technologist - Laboratory Science Main Purpose: Conduct and monitor a variety of diagnostic analyses on patient specimens to provide accurate laboratory test results, aiding in and confirming clinical diagnosis and treatment. Key Job Responsibilities: Operational Efficiency of Laboratory: Ensure compliance with health and safety measures consistently. Perform preventive equipment maintenance as per the set schedule. Record temperature readings and equipment maintenance daily in accordance with relevant SOPs. Maintain compliance with in-lab Turnaround Time (TAT) and uphold standards daily. Efficient stock control on bench. Receive samples and determine their suitability for further analysis. Perform tests according to SOPs. Verify test results. Quality Management System (QMS): Understand the physical and chemical principles of various analyses performed. Complete corrective action and troubleshooting logs for QC and equipment failures. Run Instrument Quality Controls (IQC) and External Quality Assurance (EQA). Record Non-Compliance (NC) incidents and customer complaints. Print and address Overdue and Pending Lists. Assessments of Results/Special Stains/Interpretation of Results: Identify results outside expected findings or clinically established reference ranges. Report any abnormal results in accordance with SOP. Perform Data Checks as per SOP. Ensure uncertainty of measurement is considered. Conduct inter-lab comparisons and validations. Teaching, Training & Development of Laboratory Staff: Actively attend Continuous Professional Development (CPD) activities. Deliver at least one CPD presentation per annum in the 2nd and 3rd year. Minimum Requirements & Key Competencies: National Diploma: Biomedical Technology/Bachelor of Health Science: Laboratory Science. HPCSA registration as a Medical Technologist in Microbiology/Clinical Pathology. Candidates with Microbiology will be given preference. 0-3 years of experience, including internship. Proficient in sampling and analysis of blood, tissue, and body fluid. Knowledge of specialized instrumentation usage. Familiarity with infection control and sterilization protocols. Accurate interpretation of results. Establish and monitor programs ensuring data accuracy. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to identify problems and troubleshoot. Work independently and collaboratively. Effective communication skills (verbal, written & presentation). Computer literacy. Time management and evaluation skills.