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🧬 Department of Health Hiring: Medical Technician Grade 1 & 2 | Johannesburg (FPS Lab)

 



Are you a qualified Medical Technician looking to grow your career in the public health sector? This is your opportunity to join the Gauteng Department of Health and make a meaningful impact within the Forensic Pathology Service (FPS).

The Department of Health is currently recruiting a Medical Technician (Grade 1 or Grade 2) for the FPS Johannesburg Laboratory. If you are passionate about laboratory science, forensic services, and career growth, this role is for you.

📌 Job Overview

  • Position: Medical Technician Grade 1 / Grade 2

  • Reference Number: refs/034992

  • Directorate: Forensic Pathology Service

  • Location: FPS Johannesburg Laboratory

  • Number of Posts: 1

  • Employer: Gauteng Department of Health

💰 Salary Package

  • Grade 1: R269,106.00 per annum (plus benefits)

  • Grade 2: R313,800.00 per annum (plus benefits)

✅ Minimum Requirements

To qualify, applicants must have:

  • A Certificate in Medical Technician (Histopathology Technique)

  • Current registration with HPCSA

  • Grade 1: No experience required

  • Grade 2: Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience

  • Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)

  • Strong communication & interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work under pressure and in a team

  • Valid driver’s licence (optional)

🧪 Key Duties & Responsibilities

  • Receive and log forensic samples while maintaining chain of custody

  • Perform laboratory analysis: processing, embedding, microtomy & staining

  • Conduct special stains and frozen sections

  • Maintain laboratory equipment and quality assurance standards

  • Prepare reagents and manage stock

  • Participate in document control and student training

  • Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations

📝 How to Apply

📌 Applications must be submitted ONLINE only via the Gauteng E-Recruitment Portal:
👉 http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za

⚠️ No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted.

📄 Required documents:

  • Fully completed & signed new Z83 form

  • Updated detailed CV

  • HPCSA registration certificate & proof of current registration

📅 Closing Date

🗓 19 January 2026

♿ Employment Equity

The Department of Health promotes representivity.
Women and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

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📞 Enquiries

Ms. A.S Mgojo: (071) 858 8036
📧 E-Recruitment Support: e-recruitment@gauteng.gov.za

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