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A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Chief Medical Technologist Grade 1 to 2
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: ECSS119/2024
  Forensic Pathology Services, Observatory Forensic Pathology Institute, Forensic Medicine and Toxicology,
 
Minimum Educational Qualifications:
A minimum of 3 years' appropriate experience after registration with the HPCSA in Medical Technology (Histopathology).
 
Inherent Requirements of the Job:
A Valid (Code B/EB) driver's license.
 
Duties (key results areas/outputs):
An effective and efficient management of clinical service and transformation of the forensic histopathology laboratory. An effective and efficient management of clinical governance and quality assurance of the forensic histopathology laboratory. An effective and efficient management of corporate governance within the forensic histopathology laboratory. An effective and efficient management of administrative and academic responsibilities pertaining to the forensic histopathology laboratory.
 
Minimum educational qualification
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Technologist in Histopathology.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Good interpersonal and administrative skill and Laboratory Staff Management, with above-average technical skills and problem-solving ability under pressure. Above-average ability to communicate clearly and discreetly in person and in writing. Knowledge of the applicable sections of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the National Health Act and the Inquests Act, as well as as the processes and procedures associated with laboratory accreditation. Knowledge of the applicable laboratory information system. Above-average computer and software literacy in at least MS Excel and Word. Knowledge of the medico-legal principles, including maintenance of chain of custody, that form the cornerstone of all medical laboratories but is of particular importance in a Forensic laboratory set-up. Competent in numerical assessment, planning, forecasting and checking (budget, procurement, stores, claims, etc.). Appropriate mortuary environment experience. Appropriate supervisory experience, preferably in the medico-legal laboratory environment. Appropriate experience in Immunohistochemistry. Appropriate experience with LIMS.
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates will be subjected to a practical test. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a security clearance prior to appointment.Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status). The pool of applicants will be considered for similar vacant posts within the Observatory Forensic Pathology Institute, Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, University of Cape Town for a perio
 
Enquiries:
Professor Lorna J. Martin (lornaj.martin@uct.ac.za)
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Technologist in Histopathology.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 545 262 - R 605 550 per annum, Grade 2: R 623 229 - R 689 430 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
11/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 11/29/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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