SANBS is a not-for-profit organisation; therefore, ownership of its assets does not vest in its members. In the event that SANBS should stop operating, its assets would have to be transferred to an organisation with similar goals and objectives. SANBS provides an essential service within South Africa and is rated amongst the best in the world in the provi...
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Introduction
- An opportunity has become available for a Blood Bank Clerk. The incumbent will perform daily document administration in the Blood Bank ensuring that all requisition information are captured onto the computer system according to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
Job description
Key Performance Areas
- Daily document administration
- Quality Compliance
- General functions have been carried out within specified timeframes
- Maintain the critical and non-critical consumables
Competencies
- Attention to Detail
- Ethical behaviour
- Customer Service Orientation
- Problem Solving
- Personal Development
- Relationship Building
- Flexibility/ Adaptability
- Communication
- Excellence Orientation
- Engaging Diversity
- Drive and Belief in the cause
- Teamwork
Minimum requirements
Education
- Grade 12 with Maths and 1 Science Subject
- Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and
- Meditech.
Apply by: 16 February 2026
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Introduction
- The incumbent is responsible for the preparation, delivery and collection of the blood bank’s hampers, routine bio-hazardous waste disposal and cleaning duties according to relevant SOPs.
Job description
KPA 1 BRB/Blood Hamper Preparation, Collection, Packing Received Stock and Stock Count
- Prepare and collect hampers according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and schedule:·
- Prepare BRB hampers.
- Collect unused BRB hampers within the specified timeframes.
- Collect empty blood hampers from the wards and designated collection/drop-off points.
- Check hampers for unused products:
- Hand over all sealed hampers to the Supervisor/Shift Supervisor.
- Check hamper for broken seals.
- Open hamper.
- Report any open hampers containing units to the Supervisor/Shift Supervisor.
- Pack blood and blood product stocks received into fridge, freezer and/or platelet agitator according to expiry date.
- Check, count and arrange (in expiry date order) blood stocks daily.
KPA 2 Waste Disposal
- Dispose of waste according to SOP:
- Order and Receive all stock required from Waste Disposal Service Providers and Stores.
- Attach traceability labels and scan containers into stock using CS Tracker system.
- Place bin liners into correct colour coded medical waste containers.
- Collect and discard outdated samples daily.
- Seal and package plastic liners in medical waste containers daily.
- Capture waste information on the computer system.
- Prepare documentation for waste traceability:
- Record full containers on Waste tracking document.
- Prepare Dangerous Goods Transportation document.
- Receive the waste manifest and file for future linking and reference.
- Receive waste disposal document and link with original manifest.
- Collect and place medical waste containers in the designated area daily for removal and disposal by the approved waste removal company.
- Check weighing of waste by the Waste Disposal Company.
KPA 3 Daily Laboratory Duties
- Prepare disinfectant solutions for laboratory use, when necessary.
- Replenish test tubes in the laboratories daily, and examine for suitability for use.
- Clean the laboratory and equipment according to SOP:
- Decontaminate, clean and dry items including BRB / blood hampers, miscellaneous racks, wash-out trays and recycle boxes.
- Assist with the clean-up of blood spills.
- Clean and decontaminate water-baths according to schedule.
- Clean and disinfect centrifuge buckets, when necessary.
- Clean and refill detergent containers, ensuring that freshly prepared disinfectant is available for decontamination purposes, at all times.
- Disinfect sinks, basins and sluice areas daily.
- Defrost and clean refrigerators and freezers, according to schedule.
KPA 4 SHEQ Compliance
- Assist with gathering information to resolve non-conformances, to resolve errors, deviations from
- SOPs and customer complaints when necessary e.g. retrieve destruction records for discarded materials.
- Comply with SOPs.
- Comply with Standards of Practice and Safety, Health & Environmental requirements and participate in continuous SHE Legislative compliance.
KPA 5 General Functions
- Perform other job-related duties within the laboratory as and when required by the section supervisors and other senior staff.
- Complete the Laboratory Assistants course with the specified time.
Minimum requirements
Education
- Grade 12 with Maths and one Science subject
Experience and knowledge requirements
Other (knowledge and skills), e.g. understanding of relevant legislation; knowledge of relevant company procedures.
- Computer Literacy in MS Word, Excel and outlook.
Apply by: 16 February 2026
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Introduction
- The position is to collect quality safe blood and blood products according to specific targets set per blood drive (fixed or mobile).
Job description
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (KPAS)
KPA 1 Financial
- Manages cost per unit for both whole blood and specialised collections within agreed blood drive/donor centre target by determining, packing and loading the consumables for blood drive/donor centre as per the target.
- Maintains and validates equipment to ensure that repairs are done timeously.
- Reports increases / decreases in consumable usage to the Clinic Supervisor as well as discrepancies in consumable stock deliveries.
KPA 2 Customer Stakeholder
- Manages stakeholder relations at the blood drive and/or donor centre.
- Welcomes donors by greeting them as they enter the blood drive, assist with and/or guide them to the registration table.
- Asks Donor to read pamphlets/posters before medical assessment.
- Helps donors to complete donor forms and clarify any query they might have.
- Addresses and/or report all complaints to the in-charge before or by the end of the shift.
- Ensures that customer needs and priorities are understood at all times.
- Coaches team on customer service through discussion of the root cause of complaints, compliments and queries.
KPA 3 Internal Processes
- Collects whole blood and/or apheresis units to meet assigned target.
- Assists team packing and off-loading the vehicle at the venue efficiently and effectively.
- Assists with setting up the blood drive in time for the arrival of donors.
- Completes donor documentation and assessment procedure courteously, effectively and efficiently according to relevant standard operating procedure.
- Assists with identification and registration of donor according to relevant guideline, and check the donor form for completeness.
- Assists with recruitment and booking of whole blood and specialised donors to ensure team meet target.
- Conducts basic physical checks on donors as per the SOP, capture all relevant information and report any deviation to the person in-charge of the clinic.
- Documents results of all basic physical checks on relevant record sheets/Donor Questionnaires.
- Inform clinic supervisor or designated deputy of all irregularities immediately. The donor will be accepted or deferred by clinic supervisor or designated deputy in case of medical reasons.
- Conducts confidential assessment (risk behaviour interview) with potential donors.
- Educates donors on high-risk behaviour.
- Prepares blood pack with the scale to ensure that correct volume of blood is collected
- Prepares for phlebotomy section and carry out phlebotomy as per the relevant SOP including donor care and education.
- Cares for donor during donation including providing refreshments and education.
- Initiates treatment in emergencies (First Aid/CPR) with the help of the in-charge / SANBS Medical Lead Consultant pending arrival of emergency personnel.
- Completes all documentation post-donation and any additional reports/information as required.
- Provides post-donation care and advice.
KPA 4 Learning and Growth
- Performs Clinic Supervisor duties, roles and responsibilities, according to that job description for that particular time or clinic as per operational requirements.
- Maintains regular two-way communication by attending and participating in monthly staff meetings on matters such as strategy; values; team building; policy changes; SOPs to ensure understanding.
- Assists the Clinic Supervisor in analysing training needs for the unit and manages staff competency through observation on relevant policies and procedures, including completion of relevant CPD’s and POE’s.
KPA 5 Governance
- Maintains and keeps updated staff and equipment files as per relevant policies and procedures.
- Oversees the application of all relevant policies and procedures in the unit as per the SHEQ and Operational policies and procedures.
- Manages medical waste by ensuring that all waste generated during the blood drive are discarded as per the SOP.
- Maintains a safe environment by ensuring that safety procedures are followed as per SOP.
Minimum requirements
Education
- Diploma / Degree in General Nursing Sciences.
- Code B or EB Manual driver’s license.
Experience and knowledge requirements
- 2 years Registered Professional Nursing experience.
Other (knowledge and skills), e.g. under-standing of relevant legislation; knowledge of relevant company procedures
- Relevant SANBS policies and Procedures.
- Standards of Practice for Blood transfusion in SA.
Apply by: 16 February 2026
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Introduction
- An opportunity has become available for a Blood Bank Technologist. The incumbent will perform routine testing functions in Blood Banks including but not limited to, compatibility, post natal and preliminary transfusion reaction investigations.
- To check and verify test results performed by Registered Blood Bank Technicians, Registered Trainee Technicians and Registered Student Technologists.
Job description
Key Performance Areas
- Operational objectives
- Specialist Technical functions
- Quality and Risk objectives
- Instrument and Laboratory Maintenance
- Customer relations
Special Requirements:
Job Specific Requirements:
- Overtime as required
- Night shift and weekend duties as rostered
- Occasional local and national travel
Person Specific Requirements:
- General physical health and reasonable endurance and mobility
- Person cannot be colour blind
- Details conscious
- Proficient eye-sight
Competencies:
Cognitive:
- Analytical Thinking and Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Judgement and Decision Making
Personal:
- Ethical Behaviour
- Personal Development
- Flexibility/Adaptability
- Excellence Orientation
- Drive and Belief in the cause
Interpersonal:
- Customer Service Orientation
- Relationship Building
- Communication
- Engaging Diversity
- Teamwork
- Knowledge Sharing
Professional/Technical:
- System Competence
- Laboratory Skills
- Blood Grouping Skills
- Administrative Skills
Principles of Excellence:
- Customer Service Orientation
- Ethical Behaviour
- Excellence Orientation
- Engaging Diversity
- Teamwork
Minimum requirements
- HPCSA Registered Medical Technologist (Blood Transfusion)
- Experience as required for HPCSA registration as Medical Technologist (Blood Transfusion
Apply by: 17 February 2026
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Introduction
- An opportunity has become available for a Relief Blood Bank Technologist. The incumbent will perform routine testing functions in Blood Banks including but not limited to, compatibility, post natal and preliminary transfusion reaction investigations.
- To check and verify test results performed by Registered Blood Bank Technicians, Registered Trainee Technicians and Registered Student Technologists
Job description
Key Performance Areas
- Operational objectives
- Specialist Technical functions
- Quality and Risk objectives
- Instrument and Laboratory Maintenance
- Customer relations
Special Requirements:
Job Specific Requirements:
- Overtime as required
- Night shift and weekend duties as rostered
- Occasional local and national travel
Person Specific Requirements:
- General physical health and reasonable endurance and mobility
- Person cannot be colour blind
- Details conscious
- Proficient eye-sight
Competencies:
Cognitive:
- Analytical Thinking and Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Judgement and Decision Making
Personal:
- Ethical Behaviour
- Personal Development
- Flexibility/Adaptability
- Excellence Orientation
- Drive and Belief in the cause
Interpersonal:
- Customer Service Orientation
- Relationship Building
- Communication
- Engaging Diversity
- Teamwork
- Knowledge Sharing
Professional/Technical:
- System Competence
- Laboratory Skills
- Blood Grouping Skills
- Administrative Skills
Principles of Excellence:
- Customer Service Orientation
- Ethical Behaviour
- Excellence Orientation
- Engaging Diversity
- Teamwork
Minimum requirements
- HPCSA Registered Medical Technologist (Blood Transfusion)
- Experience as required for HPCSA registration as Medical Technologist (Blood Transfusion
Apply by: 17 February 2026
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