Contract Position: Phlebotomy Technician/Staff Nurse – Umhlanga

Contract Position: Phlebotomy Technician/Staff Nurse – Umhlanga

WE MAKE PATIENT CARE A PRIORITY. IF YOU DO, JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY!

PathCare is a partnership of pathologists in private practice across South Africa that has been assisting doctors and healthcare professionals determine and confirm diagnoses since 1923. We are registered with the HPCSA (Health Professions Council of South Africa) and all our laboratories are SANAS accredited.

A 5-month contract opportunity exists for a Phlebotomy Technician/Staff Nurse to join the team at our Umhlanga branch. We are seeking an individual who displays a proven track record of competence in Phlebotomy and who has a high level of ethics and integrity while consistently aligning with the PathCare values.

Key Competency Requirements

  • Enrolled Nurse Certificate or Phlebotomy Technician qualification and registered with SANC/HPCSA
  • Computer literate with Meditech knowledge is advantageous
  • Must have a valid Code B driver’s license (manual transmission)
  • Phlebotomy experience essential
  • Pathology experience is highly advantageous which includes order of draw and running of Point of Care instruments i.e. Hemocue, Stratus & running of arterial blood gas on the machine.
  • Client-focused with excellent attention to detail
  • Adaptability with the ability to co-operate within a team environment
  • Displays initiative
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Compassion/empathy
  • Stress resistance and tenacity
  • Result-orientated
  • A positive attitude & flexible work-style
  • Must be fluent in English with an understanding of Afrikaans
  • Must be willing to work shifts, standby/on call, weekends and public holidays
  • Must have an acceptable track record/performance record with regard to the technical and behavioural competencies required to perform in this position

Your contribution to the company will be rewarded with a market-related remuneration.

Applicants who meet the criteria and are interested in joining our dynamic team are required to complete the attached application form and submit this together with a CV to nomfundo.dlamini@pathcare.net

Closing date: Friday, 7th November 2025

Please note: by applying for this position, your application will be subject to verification checks of your driver’s licence, ID document, qualifications/proof of registration, credit and criminal checks if required. Candidates must be willing to participate in a rigorous evaluation process.

PathCare is committed to the pursuit of excellence and diversity in achieving our equity targets and the organisation’s approved Employment Equity plan will be considered as part of the talent acquisition process. All qualified candidates including people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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