• Reference Number : refs/056246
• Directorate : CLINICAL
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 413 121 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Ms N Serobatse (011) 411-3563 / Ms M Nkuna (011) 411-3677/3516

Requirements :

• Baccalaureus Technologiae (BTech) in Biomedical Technology Biotechnology. Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist and proof of current registration. No experience after registration with HPCSA in respect of RSA qualified employees who performed community service as required in South Africa. One year relevant experience after registration with HPCSA in respect of Foreign qualified employees of whom it is not required to perform community service as required in South Africa. Knowledge of relevant laboratory processes and procedures and Electronic Gate Keeping rules. Assertiveness; Good interpersonal skills. Basic understanding of finance. General supervision and management, Communication, Analytical and Computer skills.

Duties :

• Support, monitor and evaluate the laboratory and Blood services. Improve screen of National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) and South African National Blood Service (SANBS) request forms to avoid discrepancies. Monitor and intercept NHLS tests where insufficient data has been supplied on the request forms. Compile monthly expenditure and utilization reports against allocated NHLS and SANBS budgets. Monitor compliance with Electronic Gate Keeping (EGK) rules and train clinicians on the guideline. Advice management on rationale use of NHLS rejections. Advice the management accordingly on Point of Care Testing (POCT) instruments, as per approved National Point of Care Testing guideline. Support health programs and participate in internal and external assessments during the audits by Office of Health Standards Compliance (OHSC) and perform other Laboratory and Blood duties as delegated by Hospital Management. Collaborate with NHLS and SANBS to train clinicians on matters related to the gasps identified during the analysis of data from both service providers. Continuously provide an updated list of all healthcare professionals to the NHLS for updating the Laboratory Information System (LIS) Establish the committee/s to discuss and address laboratory and blood services improvement matters with all relevant stakeholders as per Service Level Agreement. Compile and submit reports as when requested by the Provincial Office

Notes :

• Kindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts. Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not in possession of such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal overtime is not mandatory, however it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : LERATONG HOSPITAL

Closing Date : 28-08-2026

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.