• Reference Number : REFS/020532
• Directorate : Forensic Pathology Service
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : Grade 1 R 255,078.00 per annum (plus benefits) Grade 2 R 297,441.00 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Ms. N. Nomaqhiza (082) 781 9400

Requirements :

• A Certificate in Medical Technician that allows the registration with the HPCSA as Medical Technician in the category Histopathology Technique. Grade 1 no experience post qualification experience in a Forensic or Anatomical Histopathology laboratory environment. Grade 2 five (5) experience post qualification experience in a Forensic or Anatomical Histopathology laboratory environment. Current registration with the HPCSA. Computer literacy (MS word, Excel, Power point, and Outlook). Valid driver’s licence. Ability and willingness to work within groups and be involved in team activities. Good Communication skills (Written and Verbal) Interpersonal Skills. Self-motivated. Ability to work under pressure.

Duties :

• Receive samples as per Standard operating procedures; log relevant data whilst maintaining chain of custody. Perform sample Analysis e.g Put through, Processing; Embedding; Microtomy and Staining including Special Stains. Maintain laboratory equipment. Ensure all quality assurance procedures are maintained to ensure production of valid results. Make up all relevant reagents perform stock maintenance. Be involved in document control and student training. Perform filing. Archival and retrieval of sample material and documents. Observe Health and Safety Regulations.

Notes :

• This is a re-advertisement, and all applicants who had previously applied for this position are encouraged to re-apply Gauteng Forensic Medical Services is committed to the pursuit of diversity, redress and will promote representation in terms of race, disability and gender. Applications must consist of a fully completed and signed new Z83 form with a comprehensive CV containing contactable references. In compliance to DPSA Circular 19 of 2022 certifying documents / qualifications will only be requested from the shortlisted candidates before the interview process (Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents when applying). The relevant reference number must be quoted in the application form. In terms of the National Qualification Framework Amendment Act 2019 it is an offence for any person to falsely or fraudulently claim to hold a qualification. Any person found to be misrepresenting their qualifications, work experience or facts in their CV will be disqualified and reported to the appropriate authority. Please note that the interviews will also include a technical evaluation of computer and driving skills. The recommended candidates will be subjected Personnel suitability check (Medical Surveillance and Criminal Record). Applications must be delivered to: Forensic Medical Services 11 Diagonal Street 13 floor, reception, can be posted to: Forensic Medical Services P.O Box 7128 Johannesburg 2000. Due to technical problems with GPG vacancy website that the institution is consistently facing, applicants are encouraged to apply using hand delivery, or the postal address.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : FPS Johannesburg Laboratory

Closing Date : 22-05-2024

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.