Laboratory Assistant – Constantiaberg, Cape Town at PathCare

Key Competency Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Registered with the HPCSA as a qualified Laboratory Assistant
• Computer literate
• Relevant experience in a busy specimen reception department
• Experience with handling challenging queries is advantageous
• Experience with sending and receiving samples using Meditech shipping batches is advantageous
• Experience with managing on hold list and incomplete reports is advantageous
• Experience with providing telephonic results is advantageous
• Client-focused with excellent attention to detail
• Display initiative and the ability to problem-solve
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work under pressure, independently as well as in a team
• A positive attitude & flexible work-style
• A strong sense of devotion to quality
• Ability to work alone in the laboratory
• Must be fluent in English with an understanding of Afrikaans
• Must be prepared to work shifts, weekends & public holidays
• Must have an acceptable track record/performance record with regard to the technical and behavioural competencies
• required to perform in this position

Key Responsibilities

• Receipt and processing of specimens
• Distribution of specimens and maintain acceptable TAT
• Specimen preparation
• Handling of queries
• Shipping specimens to reference laboratories

Closing date: Monday, 16th February 2026