National Health Laboratory Service is a consumer services company based out of 1 Modderfontein Road, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.
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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 lists of samples for distributions to laboratories Administers the distribution of samples to ensure smooth channeling 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 turnaround times
Responsible for appropriate packaging, recording, and monitoring of all out-going referral specimens Keeps specimens request 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 1 (One) year laboratory experience (Desirable)