The National Health Laboratory Services (NHLS) invites suitably qualified and experienced candidates to apply for Phlebotomy Technician (Point of Care) positions x4 within the National Priority Programme. These posts are based in Eastern Cape health facilities and form part of NHLS’s commitment to quality diagnostic and patient-centred laboratory services.
Application Closing Date: 30 January 2026
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Eastern Cape Province, South Africa
Pay Grade: B5
Reference Number: CORPPOC0126/001/04
About the Employer
National Health Laboratory Service is South Africa’s largest diagnostic pathology service, supporting the national and provincial health departments with laboratory and related public health services. NHLS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer guided by approved Employment Equity targets.
Position Details
Position: Phlebotomy Technician (Point of Care) x4
Business Unit: National Priority Programme
Discipline: Point of Care
Placement Sites (Eastern Cape):
- Siphethu Hospital – Alfred Nzo & Joe Gqabi (1 post)
- Elliot Provincial Hospital – OR Tambo & Chris Hani (1 post)
- Isilimela Hospital – OR Tambo & Chris Hani (1 post)
- Nompumelelo Hospital – Buffalo City & Amathole (1 post)
Key Job Responsibilities
- Support Point of Care services through sample collection, analysis, and device maintenance
- Collect specimens safely and accurately, observing patient condition and best phlebotomy practices
- Provide pre- and post-test counselling to parents/guardians and children in line with SA legislation
- Perform Point of Care tests (including centrifugation) and maintain accurate patient records
- Run External Quality Assessment (EQA) samples; conduct IQC checks, troubleshoot failures, and escalate unresolved issues
- Train and mentor healthcare workers; participate in teaching and training activities
- Log instrument breakdowns with suppliers and monitor service resolution
- Review SOPs and contribute to continuous improvement of integrated patient care
- Provide general nursing services when required (e.g., first aid, immunisation support, GTTs)
- Monitor stock levels and ensure availability of consumables
- Maintain safe housekeeping practices in compliance with legislation and safety protocols
Minimum Requirements & Key Competencies
- Matric (NQF 4)
- Registration with HPCSA as a Phlebotomy Technician
- 1–3 years’ experience
- Knowledge of Point of Care testing and specimen safety precautions
- Sound understanding of pre-, intra- and post-collection factors affecting specimen quality
- Knowledge of laboratory tests, disease processes, and research projects
- Computer literacy; data capturing and analysis skills
- Project management, time management, and initiative
- Strong interpersonal, counselling, written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and work safely in hazardous environments
NHLS Guidelines to Applicants (Important)
- Email a detailed CV quoting the reference number and job title to the HR contact below
- Attach supporting documents: qualifications, ID, driver’s licence (if applicable), and proof of professional registration (e.g., HPCSA)
- Foreign qualifications must include SAQA evaluation
- Incomplete or late applications will not be considered
- Credentials may be subject to criminal, citizenship, financial, qualification, employment, and social media checks
- Candidates may undergo competency/psychometric assessments
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- NHLS reserves the right not to appoint or to withdraw the advert
- Internal NHLS employees must have completed 12 months in their current role to apply for transfer
How to Apply
Email your application to:
📧 Corporate2@nhls.ac.za
Enquiries:
Sesethu Bhabha
☎ (011) 555 0309
Ensure all documents are uploaded/attached correctly. Applications received via fax, post, hand delivery, or after the closing date will not be considered.
Why Apply?
These roles offer an opportunity to contribute directly to frontline diagnostic services in the Eastern Cape, working within a nationally critical programme while advancing your professional practice in Point of Care testing.