Medical Technician at Western Cape Blood Service

Job description

• Perform Blood Bank technical procedures which include patient sample testing, preparation and issuing of blood products according to Work Instructions;
• Check and reconcile patient information provided against the request form, prepared product, computer data and issue documents to ensure that the correct product is issued to the correct patient;
• Co-ordinate processes with reference to communication, checks, queries, document control and record keeping;

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Matric;
• Medical Technician Qualification in Blood Transfusion;
• Registered with HPCSA;
• Computer literate;
• The working hours are variable, shift work is required with weekend work and call-outs.

A combination of the following skills, knowledge, and attributes is required:

• Good interpersonal skills
• Have a friendly disposition and willingness to “go the extra mile”
• Accuracy in data collection
• Must be able to work as part of a team