Laboratory Assistant at Anglo American

Job Description

This role is responsible for performing general laboratory assistant duties in a medical laboratory.

• Perform specimen registration procedures; receive, sort and refer (where applicable)
• Ensure specimens collected and received are documented or managed properly before analysis; verify and validate information on LIS against specimens received and tests requested
• Liaise with the Clinical Associates (CAs) and other clinical staff regarding errors made during identification and registration of patient and specimen details
• Perform tasks in support of the analytical processes (eg centrifugation and separation of serum/plasma, and loading of instruments)
• Dispose of specimens and laboratory waste in accordance with SOPs and relevant legislation
• Perform, evaluate, and document quality control data and assure that patient results are dispatched to appropriate order sites (referral laboratories, clinics, wards)
• Ensure good and safe working environment in the laboratory
• Assist with inventory management of supplies and assure that laboratory areas remain stocked with needed supplies
• Respond to customer inquiries about laboratory results
• Participate in in-service education programs
• Maintain confidentiality of patients, families and staff information
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor and /or senior staff members

Qualifications

Formal qualifications:

• Matric certificate
• The Certificate in Laboratory Assistance (NQF level 3) or equivalent
• Registered with the country Health professional institution or body as a Laboratory Assistant

Role-specific knowledge:

• Experience working in a Medical Laboratory environment
• Advanced knowledge of biology and health
• Proven experience/knowledge working with various medical equipment and tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Please Note: This is a 1 Year Fixed Term Contract position.