MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

Recruiter:

HR Genie

Job Ref:

DTHF-C060

Date posted:

Friday, June 17, 2022

Location:

Masiphumelele, South Africa

Salary:

Market related

SUMMARY:
The main purpose of this position is to be responsible for all laboratory activities at Masiphumelel

JOB DESCRIPTION:

MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

TWO (2) YEARS FIXED – TERM CONTRACT

MASIPHUMELELE RESEARCH OFFICE

The Desmond Tutu Health Foundation (DTHF) is a registered non-profit organisation focused on the pursuit of excellence in research, treatment, training and prevention of HIV and related infections in Southern Africa.

We have fantastic job opportunities across our businesses for talented people wanting to realize their full potential. Could that be you? If so, we invite you to explore the possibility of joining us to play your part in Desmond Tutu Health Foundations’ exciting future.

The main purpose of this position is to be responsible for all laboratory activities at Masiphumelele Research Site, as well as to ensure that the final outputs and outcomes of all projects and programs are quality assured and completed within the required timelines.

Minimum Requirements:

HPCSA Registration as Medical Technician (Microbiology, Clinical pathology)
Good Clinical Laboratory Practice Training certificate (GCLP)
Minimum of 1-year experience post HPCSA registration as medical technician
Technical knowledge and skills
Knowledge of the use of chemical substances, biohazardous substances, and safe laboratory practices and knowledge of health and safety regulations
To be mindful of confidentiality
Interact with clinic staff daily
Excellent time management skills and ability to take initiative
Good communication and training skills
Ability to organize own workload
Attention to detail
Ability to work as part of a team
Computer literacy
Be tactful and respectful
Good administrative skills
Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
Willing to work overtime and weekends (If required)

Advantageous:

Clinical trials/research experience
Tertiary qualification in a related life science field
Transportation of dangerous Goods/ International Air Transport Association Training Certificate (IATA)
Good Clinical practice (GCP) and Human Subjects Protection (HSP)

Responsibilities:

Testing of samples and reporting according to SOP
Maintain Turnaround times as per SOP
Short term storage of samples
Organizing and preparing samples for shipments to referral laboratories
Maintenance and calibration of lab equipment
Good housekeeping of the lab
Ability to respond to monitor related queries in the absence of Lab Manager
Stock inventory and ordering of lab stock and kits
Maintain QC processes and documentation
Maintain health and safety requirements according to SOP
Maintain a good work ethic and professional conduct
Follow up and resolving queries timeously
Attend trainings as required

Values fit: Passion Innovation Progress Integrity Respect Excellence

Submit CV, motivation letter with certified copy of highest qualification and details of three (3) current contactable referees by 01 July 2022. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Visit the DTHF Career page to view the advert DTHF-C060 and apply:

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