First Line Processing Technician(SANBS)

First Line Processing Technician(SANBS)

• Job Title: First Line Processing Technician
• Employer: South African National Blood Service (SANBS)
• Location: Bloemfontein, Free State
• Job Type: Fixed Term Contract
• Published: 22 hours ago

Role Purpose:

To process donated blood into usable blood products (both standard and specialised), while adhering to quality and time standards. You will also be responsible for supplying these products to blood banks and maintaining excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Operational Duties:

• Process first-line and specialised blood products efficiently

• Ensure compliance with time and quality standards

• Support distribution to blood banks

2. Laboratory & Instrument Maintenance:

• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments

• Ensure readiness and cleanliness of work environment

3. Quality & Risk Control:

• Adhere to all safety, risk, and quality standards

• Assist in compliance with internal policies and external regulations

4. Customer & Stakeholder Service:

• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners

• Resolve issues and provide accurate information

5. General Functions:

• Contribute to continuous improvement and administrative tasks

• Perform shift and weekend work as needed

Competency Areas:

Cognitive:

• Attention to detail

• Analytical thinking

• Problem solving

• Time management & planning

Personal:

• Ethical conduct

• Accountability

• Flexibility & adaptability

• Motivation and alignment with SANBS mission

Interpersonal:

• Excellent communication

• Customer service orientation

• Diversity awareness

• Team collaboration and conflict management

Professional/Technical:

• Laboratory handling skills

• Familiarity with medical systems and procedures

• Understanding of quality control processes in healthcare

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

One of the following is required:

• Matric with Mathematics and at least one science subject

• OR: Completion of a Laboratory Assistant Learnership

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and overtime

• Willing to travel locally and nationally

• Must be generally healthy, with good mobility and proficient eyesight

Ideal Candidate:

• Recently completed Matric with strong marks in Maths and Science

• OR a person who has gone through a medical laboratory assistant programme

• Passion for healthcare, science, and helping people

• Detail-oriented, ethical, and reliable

• Able to handle physical demands and shift work

• Team player with good communication skills

 Why Consider This Role?

• Opportunity to work for a national healthcare organisation with purpose

• Gain valuable technical and laboratory experience

• Be part of a team that literally helps save lives

• Strong foundation for a career in healthcare, pathology, or biotechnology

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