An opportunity exists for a Senior Medical Technician/Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist In-Charge to join the team at our Stellenbosch branch. We are seeking an individual with a proven track record of displaying Clinical competence and leadership ability with a high level of ethics and integrity while consistently aligning with the PathCare values.

Key Competency Requirements

• • 3-year Biomedical Technology diploma/ 4- year Medical Laboratory Scientist degree or Medical Technician Certificate in Clinical Pathology
• Current registration with the HPCSA in Clinical Pathology
• Must have a valid Code B driver’s license (manual transmission)
• Relevant business/laboratory management qualification is highly advantageous
• Intermediate computer literacy (LIMS, Microsoft Office)
• 8 years’ experience post HPCSA registration as a Medical Technician/Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist in a Clinical Pathology environment
• General management/supervisory experience in a Clinical Pathology setting is advantageous
• Experience in QC review processes and experience in maintaining QA systems including SANAS audits
• Experience in technical procedure development and implementation
• Experience in displaying leadership abilities including delegating and team building
• Experience in training staff
• Must have an acceptable track record/performance record with regard to the technical and behavioural competencies required to perform in this position
• Client-focused with advanced interpersonal & collaborative skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical rigor and meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to evidence emotional intelligence i.e., the ability to regulate and manage one’s emotions in a healthy and productive manner
• Ability to optimize processes to achieve maximum efficiencies through innovative thinking and proactive problem-solving (including advanced trouble-shooting)
• Ability to optimally plan and organise so as to manage and address work objectives within the prescribed timeframes/deadlines
• Ability to work under pressure and display resilience and tenacity in challenging situations
• Ability to proactively and positively influence and motivate staff
• Ability to make decisions timeously and take accountability for these decisions
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information appropriately (internally and externally)
• Must have a proven track record of developing and maintaining positive relationships with internal/external stakeholders
• Must have a proven track record of leadership ability i.e., have gained experience of managing or leading a group of individuals successfully
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse group of people while encouraging transformation and inclusion
• Willing to work shifts, weekends, public holidays and standby

Key Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the Pathologists, Zone Manager and Area Manager, in their pursuit to provide patient excellence and to further establish PathCare as the laboratory of choice.
• Support, communicate, implement and manage all organisational strategies, objectives and policies in a positive and proactive manner.
• Actively work to harness the value of people.
• Manage, motivate and engage direct reports by leading from a place of influence, respect and professionalism.
• Model, align to and drive the PathCare values thereby contributing to a purpose-driven and CARE values-based laboratory.
• Mentor, develop and train team members so to empower team members and encourage individual growth and development within the scope of practice.
• Perform on-site training of staff as well as provide support for less experienced colleagues within the scope of practice.
• Participate in the consistent implementation of operational processes to the standards of ‘best practice’, while optimising the use of laboratory resources.
• Investigate, recommend and implement initiatives to improve/enhance operational efficiencies within the scope of practice.
• Address and manage complaints/queries timeously and effectively that are within the scope of practice.
• Manage reagents and equipment.
• Perform advanced maintenance, housekeeping and troubleshooting of technical problems within the scope of practice, experience on Alinity Chemistry Analyser will be advantageous.
• Identify and manage the needs of all internal and external stakeholders in order to prioritise and optimise patient care.
• Collaborate and lead others so as to establish and maintain good working relationships that are mutually beneficial.

Please note that all the shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a technical proficiency test to assess their level of competence.

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 liezl.meiring@pathcare.net

Closing date: Tuesday, 16th December 2025