Medical Technologist/Laboratory Scientist/Medical Scientist – Bemlab, Strand, Cape Town

Medical Technologist/Laboratory Scientist/Medical Scientist – Bemlab, Strand, Cape Town

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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.

An opportunity exists for a Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist/Scientist to join the team at our Bemlab agricultural and water testing laboratory in Strand, Cape Town. Bemlab is implementing a new a new project which includes analysing heavy metals in occupational health and clinical specimens.

We are seeking an individual with a proven track record of displaying technical competence in Chemistry and who has a high level of ethics and integrity while consistently aligning with the PathCare values.

Key Competency Requirements

  • Medical Technology Diploma/Bachelor of Health Sciences/BSc Biochemistry Degree or any other related field
  • Current registration with the HPCSA
  • Intermediate computer literacy (Microsoft Office; MS Word, Excel)
  • Must have at least 1-2 years of laboratory experience post qualification
  • Must have experience with basic trouble shooting on instruments
  • Clear understanding of the principles of Chemistry
  • Experience in ICP-MS would be beneficial, however, full training will be provided
  • Client-focused with excellent attention to detail
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Display initiative
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Result-orientated
  • Adaptability
  • Ability to work under pressure and display resilience and tenacity in challenging situations
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) precisely
  • Must be fluent in English with an understanding of Afrikaans
  • Overtime and weekend work may also be required as per work schedule and requirements and therefore the individual will require his/her own reliable transport.
  • Must have an acceptable track record/performance record with regard to the technical and behavioural competencies required to perform in this position

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate, maintain and calibrate the equipment used in the laboratory to ensure that it is operating efficiently and provide accurate results.
  • Recording of instrument maintenance and quality control results.
  • Recognise and resolve problems by troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment and taking corrective action.
  • Train staff where necessary, perform method validations and data evaluations.

Your contribution to the company will be rewarded with a market-related remuneration package which includes a retirement fund contribution and risk benefits (Group Life and Disability cover), annual bonus, competitive maternity benefits, health care allowance, discounted pathology tests, payment of HPCSA/SANC annual registration fees and developmental opportunities at the PathCare Training Academy.

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 michael.waldner@pathcare.net

Closing date: Wednesday, 4th March 2026

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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