The National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) invites interested and suitably qualified candidates to apply for the following positions.
BUSINESS UNIT: EKURHULENI TSHWANE
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT SERVICES
LOCATION: THELLE MOGOERANE LABORATORY
POSITION: CLERK (LABORATORY)
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.
Closing Date: 25 June 2024
How to apply
Enquiries may be directed to Sinovuyo Nduna @ (011) 489 9203, e-mail application to EKTS.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: EKURHULENI TSHWANE
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT SERVICES
LOCATION: JUBILEE LABORATORY
POSITION: CLERK (LABORATORY)
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.
Closing Date: 25 June 2024
How to apply
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)
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.
Closing Date: 25 June 2024
How to apply
Enquiries may be directed to Rendani Banda @ (011) 489 9009, e-mail application to Gaucov4.recruitment@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: TYGERBERG ACADEMIC
DISCIPLINE: LABORATORY SUPPORT SERVICES
LOCATION: TYGERBERG HOSPITAL
POSITION: CLERK (LABORATORY) (X 5 POSTS)
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.
Closing Date: 25 June 2024
How to apply
Enquiries may be directed to Fulufhelo Ramolumisi @ (021) 938 4169, or e-mail application to fulufhelo.ramolumisi@nhls.ac.za
BUSINESS UNIT: WESTERN CAPE
DISCIPLINE: CLINICAL PATHOLOGY
LOCATION: PAARL HOSPITAL
POSITION: CLERK LABORATORY
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.
Closing Date: 25 June 2024
How to apply
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
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.
Closing Date: 25 June 2024
How to apply
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
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.
Closing Date: 25 June 2024
How to apply
Enquiries may be directed to Chris Mxhosana @ (021) 417 9314, or e-mail application to chris.mxhosana@nhls.ac.za
GUIDELINES TO APPLICANTS
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).
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.
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.
Candidates’ credentials will be subjected to criminal record checks, citizen verification, financial record checks, qualification/Study verification, previous employment verification, and social media accounts behavior/comments verifications.
Candidates may be required to undergo competency/psychometric assessments, presentations, typing tests, or any other related assessments.
All health professional roles may be subjected to further assessment in line with the applicable proficiency matrix to determine the correct level.
At its discretion, The NHLS reserves the right to remove the advertisement and or not to appoint.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
These positions are open to all employees of the NHLS Including the employees who are on contract in similar or different positions.
Internal employees are required to complete a period of twelve months in their current role before they can be eligible to apply for transfer.
The NHLS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The filing of posts will be guided by the NHLS employment Equity Targets.
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.
This is an open advert. External applicants are welcome to apply for this bulletin.