Medical Technician

Job description

• Perform Blood Bank technical procedures, which include patient sample testing, preparation, and issuing of blood products according to Work Instructions;
• Check and reconcile patient information provided against the request form, prepared product, computer data, and issue documents to ensure that the correct product is issued to the correct patient;
• Co-ordinate processes with reference to communication, checks, queries, document control, and record keeping.

Requirements

• Matric
• Medical Technician Certificate
• Registered with HPCSA in Blood Transfusion
• Computer literate
• The working hours are variable; shift work is required, with weekend work and call-outs.

A combination of the following skills, knowledge, and attributes is required:

• Good interpersonal skills
• Have a friendly disposition and willingness to “go the extra mile.”
• Accuracy in data collection
• Must be able to work as part of a team