Purpose of Position:

• Responsible for performing internal audits for the relevant laboratories and departments. Identify areas for improvement to uphold the quality and compliance of all laboratories.

Requirements:

• HPCSA Registration as a Technician / Technologist (Required), Relevant Medical Technician / Medical Technologist qualification (Required), Training in ISO 15189 Medical laboratories – requirements for quality and competence (Required)

Required Experience:

• 3 years of experience working with Quality Control; accreditation; safety and audit procedures within a laboratory environment
• 4 years of experience working as a Medical Technician or a Medical Technologist within a laboratory environment
•  Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work to identify nonconformities and areas for improvement.
• Awareness of accreditation requirements for pathology laboratories and support services.
• Computer skills to use computer technology effectively (MS Office, Open Office, Adobe Professional, Document Server, OneDrive and applications), ISO 15189 Internal Auditor experience.
• Knowledge of best practices for training staff on quality standards and procedures.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations applicable to support services.
• Knowledge of relevant healthcare regulations and standards.
• Numerical reasoning skills to perform basic numerical calculations (e.g. additions, subtraction, multiplication, division and percentages).
• Proficiency in using quality management software and tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Understanding of QMS principles, practices, and standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 15189).

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and conduct internal system audits, for on-site or remote audits, for the Ampath laboratories to ensure quality standards are adhered to
• Coordinate and perform Clinical trial source data audits at regular intervals
• Maintain good client relations to promote the image of Ampath
• Monitor safety requirements and quality management to ensure that relevant safety and quality standards are upheld
• Perform administrative tasks for TQM training and present Tweets to ensure relevant staff competency levels are upheld.
• Perform administrative tasks to ensure correct recording and handling of audit data and departmental documentation
• Perform SANAS-required administration duties for assessment applications, when required
• Stay updated with the latest developments in quality management and safety standards