HISTOLOTY LABORATORY, LYTTLETON
Path Care Vermaak is a partnership of pathologists in private practice which assists doctors and healthcare professionals to determine and con�rm diagnoses.
The company is registered with the HPCSA (Health Professions Council of South Africa) and all our laboratories are SANAS accredited. An opportunity exists
for a Senior Medical Technologist or a Senior Medical Technician to join the team in the Histology department at our Lyttleton branch in Centurion. We are
seeking an individual with a proven track record of displaying Histology competence and leadership ability with a high level of ethics and integrity while
consistently aligning with the Path Care values.

• National diploma or Medical Technologist/Medical Technician

certi�cate in Histology

• Current registration with the HPCSA in Histology
• Relevant business/laboratory management quali�cation is

advantageous

• Intermediate computer literacy (LIMS, Microsoft Office)
• 8 years' experience post HPCSA registration in a Histology environment
• Client-focused with advanced interpersonal & collaborative skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical rigour 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 optimise processes to achieve maximum efficiencies through

innovative thinking and proactive problem-solving (including
advanced troubleshooting)

• 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 manage sensitive and con�dential information appropriately

(internally and externally)

• Work collaboratively with the Pathologists and the Laboratory Manager,

in their pursuit to provide patient excellence and to further establish
Path Care as the laboratory of choice.

• Standing in duties when manager is on leave.
• Actively work to harness the value of people.
• Model, align to and drive the Path Care 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. Please note that all shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a technical pro�ciency test to assess their level of competency.
Join the Path Care team and enjoy partnering with thought-leaders and experts in the pathology and diagnostics �eld while impacting on the lives of
patients. Your contribution to the company will be rewarded with a market-related remuneration package which includes a retirement fund
contribution and risk bene�ts (Group Life & Disability Cover), a health care allowance, discounted pathology tests and payment of HPCSA
annual registration. Through our partnership with The Path Care Academy, we emphasise our commitment to lifelong learning and development of our
talent.
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 Daniel.Cohrs@pathcare.net
Please indicate the position you are applying for – POST NUMBER 2799 and include a comprehensive CV and cover letter detailing the level and
extent of your knowledge, skills and competencies required for this position.
Please note: by applying for this position, your application will be subject to veri�cation checks of your driver's license, Identity Document,
quali�cations/proof of registration, credit and criminal checks if required. Candidates must be willing to participate in a rigorous evaluation process.

• Ability to proactively and positively in�uence and motivate staff
• Ability to make decisions timeously and take accountability for these

decisions

• 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

• General supervisory experience in a Histology setting
• 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 be prepared to work shifts, weekends & public holidays
• Must be �uent in English with an understanding of Afrikaans
• Must have an acceptable track record/performance record with regard

to the technical and behavioural competencies required to perform in
this position KEY COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
CLOSING DATE: WEDNESDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2024
DO YOU MAKE PATIENT CARE A PRIORITY? WE DO. SO, JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY!

• 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.

• 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 bene�cial.