CHARGE
GROENKLOOF LABORATORY
WE MAKE PATIENT CARE A PRIORITY. IF YOU DO, JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY!
PathCare is a partnership of pathologists in private practice across South Africa that has been assisting doctors and healthcare
professionals determine and confirm diagnoses since 1923. We are registered with the HPCSA (Health Professions Council of
South Africa) and all our laboratories are SANAS accredited.
An opportunity exists for a Senior Medical Technologist or Technician In-Charge to join the team at our Groenkloof Laboratory.
We are seeking an individual with a proven track record of displaying Clinical competence and leadership ability with a high
level of ethics and integrity while consistently aligning with the PathCare values.
- National diploma qualification/Medical Technician or
Medical Technologist Certificate in Clinical Pathology
- Current registration with the HPCSA in Clinical
Pathology
- Relevant business/laboratory management qualification
is advantageous.
- Intermediate computer literacy (LIMS, Microsoft Office)
- 8 years’ experience in a Clinical Pathology environment
- General management/supervisory experience in a
Clinical Pathology setting
- Experience in QC review processes and experience in
maintaining QA systems including SANAS audits.
- Experience in technical procedure development and
implementation.
- Experience in training staff.
- Must have an acceptable track record/performance
record regarding the technical and behavioural
competencies required to perform in this position.
advanced interpersonal & collaborative skills
- Ability to evidence emotional intelligence i.e., the ability to
regulate and manage one’s emotions in a healthy and productive
manner.
- Ability to optimise processes to achieve maximum efficiencies
through innovative thinking and proactive problem-solving
(including advanced troubleshooting)
- Ability to optimally plan and organise to manage and address
work objectives within the prescribed timeframes/deadlines.
- Ability to work under pressure and display resilience and
tenacity in challenging situations.
- Ability to influence and motivate staff proactively and positively.
- Ability to make decisions timeously and take accountability for
these decisions.
- Must have a proven track record of developing and maintaining
positive relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
- Must have a proven track record of leadership ability i.e., have
gained experience of managing or leading a group of individuals
successfully.
- Analytical rigor and meticulous attention to detail
Please note that all shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a technical proficiency test to assess their level of
competency.
Join the PathCare team and enjoy partnering with thought-leaders and experts in the pathology and diagnostics field while
impacting on the lives of patients. Your contribution to the company will be rewarded with a market-related remuneration
package which includes a retirement fund contribution and risk benefits (Group Life & Disability Cover), a health care
allowance, discounted pathology tests and payment of HPCSA annual registration. Through our partnership with The
PathCare Academy, we emphasise our commitment to lifelong learning and development of our talent.
Applicants who meet the criteria and are interested in joining our dynamic team are required to complete the attached
application form and submit this together with a CV to [email protected]
Please indicate the position you are applying for – POST NUMBER 2862 and include a comprehensive CV and cover letter
detailing the level and extent of your knowledge, skills and competencies required for this position.
Please note: by applying for this position, your application will be subject to verification checks of your driver’s license, Identity
Document, qualifications/proof of registration, credit and criminal checks if required. Candidates must be willing to participate
in a rigorous evaluation process.
- Be responsible for pathology operations under their supervision in the laboratory, including HR, finance, quality matters
and auditing of the systems.
- Work collaboratively with the Pathologists, Zone Manager and Area Manager, in their pursuit to provide patient excellence
and to further establish PathCare as the laboratory of choice.
- Manage, motivate, and engage direct reports while maintaining day-to-day HR management administration.
- Mentor, develop and train team members.
- Participate in the consistent implementation of operational processes to the standards of “best practice”, while optimizing
the use of laboratory resources.
- Actively work to harness the value of people.
- Investigate, recommend, and implement initiatives to improve operational efficiencies.
- Manage reagents and equipment.
- Perform advanced maintenance, housekeeping and troubleshooting of technical problems.
PathCare is committed to the pursuit of excellence and diversity in achieving our equity targets and the organisation’s approved Emplo yment Equity plan will
be considered as part of the talent acquisition process. All qualified candidates including people with dis abilities are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
Key Competency Requirements and Experience
CLOSING DATE: Thursday, 15th August 2024
