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
- Qualified Blood Bank Technician To perform routine testing functions (manual and automated) in blood banks including but not limited to, compatibility, post-natal and preliminary transfusion reaction investigations according to Standard Operating Procedures and the Standards of Practice for Blood Transfusion in South Africa.
- Qualified Blood Bank Technologist To perform routine testing functions in Blood Banks including but not limited to, compatibility, postnatal 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
Qualified Blood Bank Technician
KPA 1 Operational Objectives
- Perform all operational functions (manual and automated) according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and within the required timeframes:
- Check blood and blood product stock levels. Report expired units.
- Receive reagents and proficiency tests and store them in designated areas at the correct temperature.
Dispose of waste according to SOP:
Prepare documentation for waste traceability:
- 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 2 Instrument and Laboratory Maintenance
- Perform daily cleaning of work area, cold rooms, fridges, freezers and all blood banking equipment according to SOP and record the information.
- Check that all equipment and instrumentation is in working order. Report any defects to the Supervisor.
- Monitor the temperature of all equipment used to store blood and blood products and record the information. Report any problems to the Supervisor.
KPA 3 Quality and Risk Objectives
- Ensure that all policies, documentation and SOPs are read, understood and maintain competency.
- Comply with Standard of practice, SHEQ and accreditation requirements.
- Contribute to and participate in continuous safety and quality improvement.
- Perform processes to ensure that the number of minor and major deficiencies amount to less than the agreed amount per site.
KPA 4 Customer Relations
- Document customer complaints / Compliments / queries and forward documentation to the Supervisor.
- Interact professionally and courteously with internal and external customers.
Blood Bank Technologist
KPA 1 Operational Objectives
- Perform all operational functions (manual and automated) according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and within the required timeframes:
- Report situations where the critical and non-critical consumables are not available after hours to the Blood Bank (BB) Supervisor.
- Deputise for Shift Supervisor/BB Supervisor when absent or unavailable.
- Receive reagents and proficiency tests and store them in designated areas at the correct temperature.
Dispose of waste according to SOP:
- Prepare documentation for waste traceability:
- 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 2 Specialist Technical functions
- Check and verify test results performed by registered technicians, registered trainee technicians and registered student technologists.
- Assist BB Supervisor with training and competency assessments.
- Perform secondary testing, including but not limited to, problem cross matches, postnatal, antibody investigations and preliminary transfusion reaction investigations within required timeframes and according to SOP specifications.
KPA 3 Quality and Risk Objectives
- Check equipment to ensure that all instrumentation and equipment is in working order according to SOP criteria.
- Check blood and blood product stock levels, including identifying and reporting of expired units.
- Ensure that all policies, documents and relevant SOP’s are read and understood and maintain competency for the stipulated standard operating procedures.
- Comply with standards of practice, accreditation, QC testing, proficiency testing and safety requirements and contribute to and participate in continuous quality improvement.
- Strive to remain well informed of current developments to promote knowledge sharing as well as to ensure acquisition of required CPD points according to IPA specifications.
- Assist the BB Supervisor with Risk tasks allocated within the agreed timeframes.
KPA 4 Instrument and Laboratory Maintenance
- Perform daily cleaning of work area, cold rooms, fridges, freezers and all blood banking equipment according to SOP and record the information.
- Check that all equipment and instrumentation is in working order. Report any defects to the Supervisor.
- Monitor the temperature of all equipment used to store blood and blood products and record the information. Report any problems to the Supervisor.
KPA 5 Customer relations
- Document customer complaints / compliments / queries and forward documentation to the BB Supervisor.
- Interact professionally with medical staff and ensure an adequate and efficient response to routine queries.
KPA 6 General Functions
- Perform Shift Supervisor functions and other related duties when required so as to facilitate the efficient running of the laboratory.
- Perform miscellaneous routine laboratory tasks and other job-related duties when required by the supervisors and other senior staff so as to facilitate efficient running of the laboratory.
- Attend meetings to ensure that relevant information is acquired.
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES (E.G. TRAVEL, WORKING AFTER HOURS ETC.)
- Overtime as and when required.
- Shift work and weekend duties as scheduled.
- Occasional local and national travel.
- Call out system.
- General physical health and reasonable endurance and mobility.
- Proficient eye-sight.
Minimum requirements
Education
- HPCSA Registered Biomedical Technician / Technologist (Blood Transfusion).
Experience and knowledge requirements
- As per HPCSA registration requirement as Medical Technician / Technologist (Blood Transfusion).
- Other (knowledge and skills), e.g. understanding of relevant legislation; knowledge of relevant company procedures.
- Computer Literacy in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES (E.G. TRAVEL, WORKING AFTER HOURS ETC.)
- Overtime as and when required.
- Shift work and weekend duties as scheduled.
- Occasional local and national travel.
- General physical health and reasonable endurance and mobility.
- Detail conscious.
- Proficient eye-sight.
- Person cannot be colour blind
Apply by: 14 September 2025
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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: 14 September 2025
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Introduction
- Qualified Blood Bank Technician To perform routine testing functions (manual and automated) in blood banks including but not limited to, compatibility, post-natal and preliminary transfusion reaction investigations according to Standard Operating Procedures and the Standards of Practice for Blood Transfusion in South Africa.
- Qualified Blood Bank Technologist To perform routine testing functions in Blood Banks including but not limited to, compatibility, postnatal 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
Qualified Blood Bank Technician
KPA 1 Operational Objectives
- Perform all operational functions (manual and automated) according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and within the required timeframes:
- Check blood and blood product stock levels. Report expired units.
- Receive reagents and proficiency tests and store them in designated areas at the correct temperature.
Dispose of waste according to SOP:
Prepare documentation for waste traceability:
- 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 2 Instrument and Laboratory Maintenance
- Perform daily cleaning of work area, cold rooms, fridges, freezers and all blood banking equipment according to SOP and record the information.
- Check that all equipment and instrumentation is in working order. Report any defects to the Supervisor.
- Monitor the temperature of all equipment used to store blood and blood products and record the information. Report any problems to the Supervisor.
KPA 3 Quality and Risk Objectives
- Ensure that all policies, documentation and SOPs are read, understood and maintain competency.
- Comply with Standard of practice, SHEQ and accreditation requirements.
- Contribute to and participate in continuous safety and quality improvement.
- Perform processes to ensure that the number of minor and major deficiencies amount to less than the agreed amount per site.
KPA 4 Customer Relations
- Document customer complaints / Compliments / queries and forward documentation to the Supervisor.
- Interact professionally and courteously with internal and external customers.
Blood Bank Technologist
KPA 1 Operational Objectives
- Perform all operational functions (manual and automated) according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and within the required timeframes:
- Report situations where the critical and non-critical consumables are not available after hours to the Blood Bank (BB) Supervisor.
- Deputise for Shift Supervisor/BB Supervisor when absent or unavailable.
- Receive reagents and proficiency tests and store them in designated areas at the correct temperature.
Dispose of waste according to SOP:
- Prepare documentation for waste traceability:
- 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 2 Specialist Technical functions
- Check and verify test results performed by registered technicians, registered trainee technicians and registered student technologists.
- Assist BB Supervisor with training and competency assessments.
- Perform secondary testing, including but not limited to, problem cross matches, postnatal, antibody investigations and preliminary transfusion reaction investigations within required timeframes and according to SOP specifications.
KPA 3 Quality and Risk Objectives
- Check equipment to ensure that all instrumentation and equipment is in working order according to SOP criteria.
- Check blood and blood product stock levels, including identifying and reporting of expired units.
- Ensure that all policies, documents and relevant SOP’s are read and understood and maintain competency for the stipulated standard operating procedures.
- Comply with standards of practice, accreditation, QC testing, proficiency testing and safety requirements and contribute to and participate in continuous quality improvement.
- Strive to remain well informed of current developments to promote knowledge sharing as well as to ensure acquisition of required CPD points according to IPA specifications.
- Assist the BB Supervisor with Risk tasks allocated within the agreed timeframes.
KPA 4 Instrument and Laboratory Maintenance
- Perform daily cleaning of work area, cold rooms, fridges, freezers and all blood banking equipment according to SOP and record the information.
- Check that all equipment and instrumentation is in working order. Report any defects to the Supervisor.
- Monitor the temperature of all equipment used to store blood and blood products and record the information. Report any problems to the Supervisor.
KPA 5 Customer relations
- Document customer complaints / compliments / queries and forward documentation to the BB Supervisor.
- Interact professionally with medical staff and ensure an adequate and efficient response to routine queries.
KPA 6 General Functions
- Perform Shift Supervisor functions and other related duties when required so as to facilitate the efficient running of the laboratory.
- Perform miscellaneous routine laboratory tasks and other job-related duties when required by the supervisors and other senior staff so as to facilitate efficient running of the laboratory.
- Attend meetings to ensure that relevant information is acquired.
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES (E.G. TRAVEL, WORKING AFTER HOURS ETC.)
- Overtime as and when required.
- Shift work and weekend duties as scheduled.
- Occasional local and national travel.
- Call out system.
- General physical health and reasonable endurance and mobility.
- Proficient eye-sight.
Minimum requirements
Education
- HPCSA Registered Biomedical Technician / Technologist (Blood Transfusion).
Experience and knowledge requirements
- As per HPCSA registration requirement as Medical Technician / Technologist (Blood Transfusion).
- Other (knowledge and skills), e.g. understanding of relevant legislation; knowledge of relevant company procedures.
- Computer Literacy in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES (E.G. TRAVEL, WORKING AFTER HOURS ETC.)
- Overtime as and when required.
- Shift work and weekend duties as scheduled.
- Occasional local and national travel.
- General physical health and reasonable endurance and mobility.
- Detail conscious.
- Proficient eye-sight.
- Person cannot be colour blind
Apply by: 14 September 2025
go to method of application »
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: 14 September 2025
go to method of application »
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: 14 September 2025
go to method of application »
Introduction
- Qualified Blood Bank Technician To perform routine testing functions (manual and automated) in blood banks including but not limited to, compatibility, post-natal and preliminary transfusion reaction investigations according to Standard Operating Procedures and the Standards of Practice for Blood Transfusion in South Africa.
- Qualified Blood Bank Technologist To perform routine testing functions in Blood Banks including but not limited to, compatibility, postnatal 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
Qualified Blood Bank Technician
KPA 1 Operational Objectives
- Perform all operational functions (manual and automated) according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and within the required timeframes:
- Check blood and blood product stock levels. Report expired units.
- Receive reagents and proficiency tests and store them in designated areas at the correct temperature.
Dispose of waste according to SOP:
Prepare documentation for waste traceability:
- 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 2 Instrument and Laboratory Maintenance
- Perform daily cleaning of work area, cold rooms, fridges, freezers and all blood banking equipment according to SOP and record the information.
- Check that all equipment and instrumentation is in working order. Report any defects to the Supervisor.
- Monitor the temperature of all equipment used to store blood and blood products and record the information. Report any problems to the Supervisor.
KPA 3 Quality and Risk Objectives
- Ensure that all policies, documentation and SOPs are read, understood and maintain competency.
- Comply with Standard of practice, SHEQ and accreditation requirements.
- Contribute to and participate in continuous safety and quality improvement.
- Perform processes to ensure that the number of minor and major deficiencies amount to less than the agreed amount per site.
KPA 4 Customer Relations
- Document customer complaints / Compliments / queries and forward documentation to the Supervisor.
- Interact professionally and courteously with internal and external customers.
Blood Bank Technologist
KPA 1 Operational Objectives
- Perform all operational functions (manual and automated) according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and within the required timeframes:
- Report situations where the critical and non-critical consumables are not available after hours to the Blood Bank (BB) Supervisor.
- Deputise for Shift Supervisor/BB Supervisor when absent or unavailable.
- Receive reagents and proficiency tests and store them in designated areas at the correct temperature.
Dispose of waste according to SOP:
- Prepare documentation for waste traceability:
- 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 2 Specialist Technical functions
- Check and verify test results performed by registered technicians, registered trainee technicians and registered student technologists.
- Assist BB Supervisor with training and competency assessments.
- Perform secondary testing, including but not limited to, problem cross matches, postnatal, antibody investigations and preliminary transfusion reaction investigations within required timeframes and according to SOP specifications.
KPA 3 Quality and Risk Objectives
- Check equipment to ensure that all instrumentation and equipment is in working order according to SOP criteria.
- Check blood and blood product stock levels, including identifying and reporting of expired units.
- Ensure that all policies, documents and relevant SOP’s are read and understood and maintain competency for the stipulated standard operating procedures.
- Comply with standards of practice, accreditation, QC testing, proficiency testing and safety requirements and contribute to and participate in continuous quality improvement.
- Strive to remain well informed of current developments to promote knowledge sharing as well as to ensure acquisition of required CPD points according to IPA specifications.
- Assist the BB Supervisor with Risk tasks allocated within the agreed timeframes.
KPA 4 Instrument and Laboratory Maintenance
- Perform daily cleaning of work area, cold rooms, fridges, freezers and all blood banking equipment according to SOP and record the information.
- Check that all equipment and instrumentation is in working order. Report any defects to the Supervisor.
- Monitor the temperature of all equipment used to store blood and blood products and record the information. Report any problems to the Supervisor.
KPA 5 Customer relations
- Document customer complaints / compliments / queries and forward documentation to the BB Supervisor.
- Interact professionally with medical staff and ensure an adequate and efficient response to routine queries.
KPA 6 General Functions
- Perform Shift Supervisor functions and other related duties when required so as to facilitate the efficient running of the laboratory.
- Perform miscellaneous routine laboratory tasks and other job-related duties when required by the supervisors and other senior staff so as to facilitate efficient running of the laboratory.
- Attend meetings to ensure that relevant information is acquired.
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES (E.G. TRAVEL, WORKING AFTER HOURS ETC.)
- Overtime as and when required.
- Shift work and weekend duties as scheduled.
- Occasional local and national travel.
- Call out system.
- General physical health and reasonable endurance and mobility.
- Proficient eye-sight.
Minimum requirements
Education
- HPCSA Registered Biomedical Technician / Technologist (Blood Transfusion).
Experience and knowledge requirements
- As per HPCSA registration requirement as Medical Technician / Technologist (Blood Transfusion).
- Other (knowledge and skills), e.g. understanding of relevant legislation; knowledge of relevant company procedures.
- Computer Literacy in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES (E.G. TRAVEL, WORKING AFTER HOURS ETC.)
- Overtime as and when required.
- Shift work and weekend duties as scheduled.
- Occasional local and national travel.
- General physical health and reasonable endurance and mobility.
- Detail conscious.
- Proficient eye-sight.
- Person cannot be colour blind
Apply by: 14 September 2025
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Introduction
- To be multi-skilled in the Donation Testing Department to perform routine testing and where required second line / confirmatory testing for Blood Grouping (including but not limited to ABO, Rh, Irregular antibody screen, antibody identification, allo-agglutinin titre and syphilis testing), Virology (including but not limited to serological testing for HIV, HCV, HBV), biochemical testing for Serum Ferritin and Nucleic Acid Amplification Testing (including but not limited to HBV DNA, HIV and HCV RNA).
- The role requires skills and knowledge of different technical principals such as molecular, chemistry, immunohematology etc. across all testing sections requiring competency across multiple testing systems/automated platforms.
Job description
Ensure operational objectives in the Blood Grouping Section are realised.
- Receive, check and prepare samples for testing according to SOP and IPA criteria as well as the specifications of the individual sections. This includes sample receipt procedures and decapping of samples. Perform manual tracking and scanning of barcodes when automated decapper is not in operation.
- Prepare Blood Grouping instrumentation and reagents for testing in accordance with manufacturer specifications. Ensure that sufficient reagents are available for daily testing.
- Perform automated testing according to SOP and ISC criteria for all donors, including second ABO on first time donors:
- ABO Grouping.
- Rh typing.
- Testing for atypical antibodies.
- Testing for alloagglutinin titre.
- Screening for Syphilis.
- Identification of atypical antibodies in donors
- Run reports, select samples and perform automated repeat blood group testing of samples with anomalous first line results according to SOP and IPA criteria.
- Perform second line / repeat testing of samples with anomalous results within the agreed number of working days from the initial testing date and prioritise accordingly so as to ensure a timeous response in the case of ‘specials’.
- Enter results (ABO and Rh) and control information into eProgesa to ensure that all relevant information is available and accurate. Inform Technical Specialist or Head of Lab as soon as possible so that they can ensure that results are checked and confirmed within agree time frames.
- Send samples with anomalous blood grouping results to Red Cell Serology laboratory for confirmatory / supplementary testing as required.
- Check results for control failures so as to ensure result validity. Report any anomalies or failures to the relevant technical specialist or Head of Lab as soon as possible.
- Report all errors and breakdowns to relevant Head of Lab and work in such a way so as to minimise user errors.
- Perform testing for validations, projects and pre-batch testing as requested by the Head of Lab.
- Perform automated Rh and Kell Phenotyping and other required testing on the current automation e.g. PK7400 instrument.
- Perform automated antibody screening and antibody identification on the current automation e.g. the IH1000 instrument.
Ensure operational objectives in the Virology Section are realised.
- Prepare Virology instrumentation and reagents in accordance with manufacturer specifications and SOP. Ensure that sufficient reagents are available for daily testing.
- Perform automated virology screening on all blood donations for HBsAg, anti-HIV 1 & 2 and anti-HCV according to SOP and ISC criteria on the current automation e.g. Abbott Alinity S.
- Select samples from instrument printouts and perform automated repeat viral testing of samples found to be reactive in first line screening according to SOP and ISC criteria.
- Perform automated Serum Ferritin screening on blood donations according to SOP and ISC criteria on the current automation e.g. the Beckman Coulter DXI800.
- Check results for control failures so as to ensure result validity and report any failures / anomalies to the relevant technical specialist or Head of Lab.
- Perform all procedures in such a way so as to maximise kit performance and usage and minimise downtime and wastage.
- Report all errors and breakdowns to the technical specialist / Head of Lab and work in such a way so as to ensure that these amount to less than the agreed upon percentage of total processes per month
- Perform testing for validations, projects and pre-batch testing as requested by the Head of Lab.
Ensure operational objectives in the NAT Section are realised.
- Prepare NAT instrumentation and reagents in accordance with manufacturer specifications and SOPs. Ensure that there are sufficient reagents on each instrument for the required testing.
- Perform routine automated Molecular assays for HIV RNA, HCV RNA and HBV DNA according to SOP and ISC criteria on the current automation e.g. the Grifols Panther.
- Select samples from instrument printouts and perform automated repeat molecular testing of samples found to be initial reactive according to SOP and ISC.
- Work NAT night shift or an early morning shift without direct supervision as required ensuring timeous release of results.
- Liaise with Service engineer after hours and give accurate information on instrument breakdown to assist with troubleshooting.
- Check results for control failures so as to ensure result validity and report any failures / anomalies to the relevant technical specialist, NAT Manager or Head of NAT as soon as possible.
- Perform all procedures in such a way so as to maximise kit performance and usage and minimise downtime and wastage.
- Report all errors and breakdowns to relevant Head of Lab or technical specialist and work in such a way so as to minimise user errors.
- Perform testing for validations, projects and pre-batch testing as requested by the Head of Lab.
- Attend User meetings and give users views and opinions.
- Apply molecular techniques in order to minimise contamination.
4. Ensure instrument and Laboratory Maintenance has been accomplished.
- Be multi-skilled to perform scheduled daily, weekly, monthly or as required instrument and laboratory maintenance in all 3 sections (NAT, Virology and Blood Grouping) on a number of different instruments:, according to SOP criteria and manufacturer specifications.
- Perform troubleshooting and maintenance on the following instruments (including but not limited to):
- Virology e.g. Abbott Alinity, Beckman Coulter DxI.
- NAT e.g. Grifols Panther
- Blood grouping e.g. Beckman Coulter PK7400, BioRad IH1000, Grifols WA Diana/Eflexis. Elga water system
- Pre-analytical instruments e.g. Beckman Coulter Automate and Roche p512.
- Keep accurate records of maintenance performed (complete documentation as per SOP).
- Dispose of samples, used reagents and waste material according to health and safety regulations and SOP. Perform Waste Controller duties and ensure that the waste management system (e.g. CS Tracker) is followed.
Quality compliance has been achieved in accordance with SOP specifications.
- Be multi-skilled to test internal and external quality controls and proficiency panels in all 3 sections (NAT, Virology and Blood Grouping) according to SOP and to agreed timelines and record results.
- Contribute to SOP compilation by reading new and revised versions within the required timeframe,assisting with the validation processes and maintaining competency for the stipulated standard operating procedures,
- Complete GLP and statistics worksheets daily so as to ensure timeous completion.
- Comply with standards of practice and health and safety requirements (such as wearing required PPE) and contribute to and participate in continuous quality improvement.
- Complete all relevant health and safety documentation at the workplace within the agreed timeframes.
- Strive to remain well informed of current developments to promote knowledge sharing as well as to ensure acquisition of required CEU points for CPD according to HPCSA regulations and IPA specifications.
General administrative functions have been carried out within specified timeframes.
- Assist with stock checks and packing of stock so as to maintain adequate stock levels according to ISC specifications. Inform Head of Lab of low stock levels.
- Perform other job related duties as and when required by the section Head of Lab or manager so as to facilitate efficient running of the laboratory.
- Assist in Quality and Projects section (including Bio-repository in KZN) during staff leave or busy times
- Attend and contribute to department meetings
- Assist with evaluations, trials and installations of instrumentation.
- Assist with second line / confirmatory testing in all 3 sections as and when required.
Competencies.
Cognitive
- Analytical Thinking and Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving.
Personal
- Ethical behaviour
- Personal Development
- Integrity and trust
- Excellence Orientation
- Perseverance
Interpersonal
- Customer Service Orientation.
- Teamwork
- Knowledge Sharing
Prof. technical
- Systems Competence
- Laboratory skills.
- Blood grouping knowledge.
- Virology knowledge.
- Molecular Skills.
Minimum requirements
Education
- HPCSA Registered Blood Transfusion Laboratory Technician.
Experience and knowledge requirements.
- 1 Year of Blood Transfusion Experience
Special Circumstances.
- Overtime as and when required
- Weekend duties
- May be required to work shifts and night shift as rostered
- Own Transport
- Detail conscious.
- Proficient eye-sight
Apply by: 14 September 2025
go to method of application »
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: 14 September 2025
Method of Application
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