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A job opportunity

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.
 
Medical Technologist Grade 1 to 3
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: ECSS36/2022
   Forensic Pathology Service and Division of Forensic Medicine, University of Stellenbosch, Chief Directorate: Emergency & Clinical Services Support
 
Requirements:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Technologist in Histopathology.
 
Note:
Candidates will be subjected to security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records, credit records and previous employment checks prior to appointment. Candidates may have to undergo profiling assessments prior to appointment. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. ”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 with their job application/on appointment. 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)”
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Fluency in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Above average proven computer and software literacy. The ability to work in a hazardous environment, perform heavy manual tasks and the ability to work under pressure. Good Laboratory practices, including Occupational Health and Safety practices. Good interpersonal relationships. The ability to function in a mortuary environment.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist (Histopathology) in respect of South African employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist (Histopathology) in respect of South African qualified employees. A minimum of 11 years’ experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist (Histopathology) in respect of South African qualified employees. A minimum of 21 years’ experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
 
Enquiries:
Mr John Segole no. (021) 931 8043
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Perform technical duties in the day-to-day bench work. Assist the pathologists in grossing of histology specimens retained at autopsy. Perform special staining techniques, including immunohistochemistry. Perform laboratory administrative duties.
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Technologist in Histopathology.
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Valid driver’s licence (code B/EB).
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 322 746-R 367 299 per annum, Grade 2: R 378 402- R 432 684 per annum, Grade 3: R 445 752-R 540 954 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
7/8/2022 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: 7/29/2022 12:00:00 AM
 
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