Quality Coordinator at National Health Laboratory Services

Main Purpose of the Job

• To monitor and strive to continuously improve the effectiveness of the quality system of the diagnostic laboratories Within a business Unit, in accordance with the good principles of Good Laboratory Practise and ISO15189

Key Job Responsibility

• Develop, maintain and review the Laboratory Manual and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) database to ensure that contents are aligned with current laboratory practice and that documentation is appropriate and reflects current practice within the Business Unit.  Develop and maintain a system to control and distribute current SOPs in accordance with laboratory policy and to ensure compliance with ISO 15189 criteria.  Undertake regular intra and inter-departmental technical audits to assess effectiveness and ensure continued improvement of the quality system in line with ISO 15189 and other regulatory body requirements.  Track and monitor the clearance of non-conformances within the Business Unit. Monitor and assist other laboratories within the Business Unit in preparing for accreditation. Assist the area Quality Assurance Manager on quality system implementation to ensure uniformity throughout the Northern and Western Cape.  Facilitate Quality Assurance meetings and co-ordinate annual management review meeting to ensure continued self-assessment. Train staff ISO15189, QMS and QC  Provide input to Management on policy and planning in respect of quality systems to facilitate continuous improvement and uniformity within the Business Unit.

Minimum requirements & key competency

• 3-year relevant Medical Technology Diploma/Degree and registration with HPCSA in an appropriate category - Clinical Pathology advantageous  5-10 years’ experience post qualification within an appropriate laboratory setting.  Assertiveness.  Communication skills (written and verbal)  Knowledge of principles of good laboratory practice.  Knowledge of quality management systems. Computer literacy  Internal Auditing  Ability to work under pressure  Conflict management  Coaching & Mentoring  Problem solving  Attention to detail  Driver’s License

E-mail application to [email protected]