Medical Technologist/Technician

Medical Technologist/Technician

Position: Full-time / Office-based

Location: Pretoria

Start date: 1 August 2026 (flexible to accommodate notice periods)

We are a growing private pathology laboratory committed to delivering accurate, timely and reliable diagnostic services to healthcare professionals and patients.

We are seeking a dedicated, professional and quality-focused Medical Technologist / Technician to join our laboratory team.

The successful candidate will perform specialised laboratory testing, validate analytical results, oversee quality management processes, troubleshoot laboratory equipment and provide technical support within the laboratory.

Minimum Requirements

• BTech Biomedical Technology (or recognised equivalent)
• National Diploma (Medical Technologist) / National Certificate (Medical Technician)
• Current and valid registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Technologist/Technician – Clinical Pathology
• Minimum 3 – 5 years' experience in a pathology laboratory
• Knowledge of instrumentation and methodologies
• Knowledge of MS Office (required), while knowledge of laboratory systems such as Skylims and Healthbridge will be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of laboratory quality management and good laboratory practice.
• Strong understanding of pathology test processes and procedures
• Numerical reasoning skills
• Fluent in English and/or Afrikaans (read, write and speak)
• Experience in a SANAS-accredited or private pathology laboratory will be advantageous

What we're looking for

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Sound technical and analytical ability
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Professional integrity and commitment to patient confidentiality
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Customer service orientation
• Ability to work independently as well as within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to quality, continuous improvement and safe laboratory practices
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays when operationally required
• Occasional local and national travel
• General physical health, proficient eyesight and reasonable endurance and mobility are required

What we offer

• An opportunity to work in a professional and supportive laboratory environment
• Ongoing professional development
• Remuneration aligned with qualifications and experience

Application process

Please submit a comprehensive CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications to ***email_hidden*** by 13 July 2026. Also include certified copies of your qualifications, your current HPCSA registration certificate and a copy of your South African ID (or valid work permit where applicable).

A valid driver’s licence is essential as occasional local travel is required!

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. If you have not received a response within four weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace.