Laboratory Technician

7 months ago


Johannesburg, South Africa AJ Personnel Full time

**Main purpose of the job**:

- To prepare samples, conduct testing, and document results of environmental/wastewater samples for SARS-coV-2 and other communicable diseases under the supervision of laboratory scientists

**Location**:

- **NICD Sandringham - Johannesburg**

**Key performance areas**:

- Collect sewage samples using correct protocols from field sites as directed by senior staff
- Receive and prepare human and environmental sewage samples prior to analysis to ensure suitability for specific tests to be carried out
- Carry out routine testing procedures under the general supervision of senior qualified staff on human and sewage samples in order to obtain accurate results and troubleshoot where necessary
- Assist with maintenance of Excel and Access databases of test results and patient information
- Input data and results into databases and the LIMS system for subsequent review and authorization
- Maintain quality assurance processes as per accreditation requirements
- Observe health and safety regulations whilst working to always ensure the safety of others and oneself

**Required minimum education and training**:

- **Grade 12**

**Required minimum work experience**:

- **Minimum of 1-year working experience**

**Desirable additional education, work experience, and personal abilities**:

- HPCSA registration would be advantageous
- 1-year post-registration as a Medical Technician in a medical laboratory
- Computer literacy with experience in using MS Excel and Outlook
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations, quality control, and assurance procedures
- Troubleshooting skills in laboratory processes
- Interpersonal skills and teamwork
- Methodical and meticulous record-keeping and filing

**TO APPLY**:

- Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.
- Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
- Note AJ Personnel is fully POPI compliant.
- Note WHC, in accordance with their Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.

**Please note**:

- **AJ PERSONNEL is only responsible for the advertising of the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.**:

- **AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.


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