Healthcare

Medical Technician

Western Cape Blood Service·Western Cape, south-africa·Full Time·Part-time
HealthcareFull TimePart-time
-Closes Oct 19, 2026

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

Minimum 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

Key skills

MatricProfessional Certificate
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At a glance

Company

Western Cape Blood Service

Location

Western Cape, south-africa

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

October 19, 2026

Created

October 15, 2026

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