National Health Laboratory Services (Nhls) Vacancies - Nhls Special Joint Appointment Bulletin

National Health Laboratory Services (Nhls)

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Postgraduate
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In brief

**Overview** The National Health Laboratory Services (NHLS) is seeking to appoint Pathologists at an entry-level (Grade PHE) for various locations including Universitas Academic Complex/UFS (Anatomical Pathology) and Groote Schuur Tertiary Business Unit/UCT (Chemical Pathology). These are special joint appointments within the Academic Affairs, Research and Quality Assurance division, implying a blend of diagnostic service and academic responsibilities. **What you will do** * Prepare and deliver academic lectures/seminars within an existing curriculum framework. * Perform, interpret, report on, and authorise a full range of laboratory tests / autopsies within specified turnaround times. * Guide clinicians (internal and external customers) in the selection and interpretation of laboratory tests to optimise patient care, including providing an after-hours service. * Provide informal training to undergraduate and post-graduate students, as well as medical technologists, to impart knowledge, teach skills, and assess competence. * Specifically for Anatomical Pathology, perform, interpret, report on, and authorise a full range of laboratory tests / autopsies within specified turnaround times. * Conduct routine diagnostic services. * Provide provincial coverage. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * FCPath or MMED qualification in the relevant discipline. * Takes accountability for own personal development (attending CPD etc.). * HPCSA registered for independent practice as a pathologist in the applicable discipline. **Who should apply** Ideal candidates are qualified pathologists holding an FCPath or MMED in their specific discipline, who are registered with the HPCSA for independent practice. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development and be prepared to undertake both diagnostic laboratory duties and academic responsibilities, including lecturing, training, and guiding clinicians. **Deadline** 09 OCTOBER 2026 **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/national-health-laboratory-services-nhls-vacancies-nhls-special-joint-appointment-bulletin Source: govpage

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Job description

NATIONAL HEALTH LABORATORY SERVICES (NHLS) GUIDELINES TO APPLICANTS 1.If you meet the requirements, kindly email a detailed CV to the relevant Practitioner/Administrator (Human Resources), quoting the reference number and the job title. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). 2. Proof of current registration with a Professional body (e.g., HPCSA, SANC, etc.) and other supporting documents should accompany all applications e.g., qualification’s identity document, driver’s license etc. 3. Response Email addresses of the relevant HR representative and is supplied at the end of each regional advert. The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application has been received. Incomplete applications and applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 4. Candidates’ credentials will be subjected to criminal record checks, citizen verification, financial record checks, qualification/Study verification, previous employment verification, and social media accounts behavior/comments verifications. 5. Candidates may be required to undergo competency/psychometric assessments, presentations, typing tests, or any other related assessments. 6. All health professional roles may be subjected to further assessment in line with the applicable proficiency matrix to determine the correct level. 7. At its discretion, The NHLS reserves the right to remove the advertisement and or not to appoint. 8. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. 9. These positions are open to all employees of the NHLS Including the employees who are on contract in similar or different positions. 10. Internal employees are required to complete a period of twelve months in their current role before they can be eligible to apply for transfer. 11. The NHLS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The filing of posts will be guided by the NHLS employment Equity Targets. Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from underrepresented/designated in groups ( African males, White males, Indian males, Coloured males ) in terms of the Employment Equity Plan. 12. Successful applicants will be remunerated on the entry level of the published pay scale associated with the advertised position grade and in line with the recruitment and selection policy, salary offer clause. This means that the remuneration of an applicant who is successful for a position that is lower than his/her current job grade will be adjusted downward with effect from the date of appointment. 13. This is an open advert. External applicants are welcome to apply for this bulletin CLOSING DATE: 09 OCTOBER 2026 ACADEMIC AFFAIRS, RESEARCH AND QUALITY ASSURANCE Joint appointment staff PATHOLOGIST (ENTRY) - GRADE PHE Universitas Academic Complex/UFSAnatomical Pathology (Ref: UNI 1414) Post Number (31102-009-1414) Groote Schuur Tertiary Business Unit/UCTChemical Pathology (Ref: GSH 1414) Post Number (12101-001-1414) Key Job Responsibility ■ Preparation and delivering of academic lectures/seminars within an existing curriculum framework. ■To perform, interpret, report on and authorise a full range of laboratory tests / autopsies within the specified turnaround times ■ To guide clinicians (including internal and external customers) in the selection and interpretation of laboratory tests to optimize patient care, including the provision of an after-hours service. ■ To provide informal training to undergraduate and post-graduate students as well as medical technologists in order to impart knowledge, teach skills and assess competence. ■ For Anatomical Pathology, to perform, interpret, report on and authorise a full range of laboratory tests / autopsies within the specified turnaround times ■ Conduct routine diagnostic services.■ Provincial coverage. Minimum requirements & Key competencies ■ FCPath or MMED qualification in the relevant discipline ■Takes accountability for own personal development (attending CPD etc.) ■ HPCSA registered for independent practice as pathologist in applicable discipline . Interested persons who meet the requirements are invited to send their CVs, ID, HPCSA registration and qualifications via e-mail:aarqahr@nhls.ac.zaor contact Ms. Mathapelo Dlamini (011) 386 6099 / Mr. Keslin Chetty (011) 386 6537 / Ms. Casandra Shikwambana (011) 386 6096. Please indicate the reference number of the post, name of the post and the specific discipline.

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