Medical/Laboratory Technician: Oliver Tambo

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for conducting nPOC (near point of care) testing and external quality control, and data management.

Technical Work Responsibilities

• Conduct TB nPOC testing on sputum samples and tongue swabs.
• Perform quality assurance related testing and processes for the nPOC program; recording and reporting thereof.
• Ensure equipment are cleaned and maintained according to manufacturer’s Instructions.
• Manage stock of nPOC test kits and consumables.
• Adhere to prescribed infection control measures.
• Maintain a safe, clean and orderly workspace.
• Work collaboratively with the facility TB nurse, refer all clients that are eligible for referral, and work with the laboratory to ensure seamless specimen and results pathways.
• Accurately records, captures information on the data base for reporting.
• Accurately completes and manages a variety of reports as required by regulators.

Education

• Certificate in Medical Laboratory technician.

Advantageous

• GCP Certificate.
• A diploma or degree.
• Clinical or research experience in the health system.
• Registration with HPCSA as a Medical/ Lab Technician.

Experience

• Six months experience in specimen processing.

Requirements

• Understanding of the health system.
• Driver’s License.
• Own Vehicle.
• Efficient in Microsoft office, Word, Excel and Spreadsheet.
• Fluet in the local languages.

Please note:

These appointments are subject to the preferred candidates obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment. We embrace employment equity and are committed to achievement of fair and equal representation of our workforce. Preference will be given to internal applicants and candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.

Aurum welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

Whilst all applications will be carefully considered, only short-listed applicants will be interviewed. If you do not hear from us within 21 days of the closing date, this will mean that your application has been unsuccessful. All interviewed applicants will receive feedback as part of our continued drive towards people development.

Closing date: 02 September 2026