Ampath Technologist Learnership 2024: Looking for Candidates with National Diploma in Biomedical Technology

About Ampath
Ampath is a well-known organization that specializes in providing comprehensive management and support services to clinical laboratories throughout South Africa. Renowned for its dedication to delivering high-quality healthcare solutions, Ampath has earned a reputation as a reliable partner in the industry. The company operates an extensive network of laboratories, each independently run by different Incorporated Practices. Collectively, these laboratories offer an impressive array of over 200 distinct diagnostic tests.

While Ampath primarily serves the needs of medical professionals, its impact extends beyond the realm of healthcare. With a customer base of approximately 16,000 clients, Ampath caters to a diverse range of industries. This includes insurance and government organizations, managed healthcare entities, industrial companies, and pathology practices affiliated with the National Pathology Group. By providing support to these various sectors, Ampath plays a crucial role in facilitating efficient and effective healthcare delivery across multiple industries.

About the Ampath Technologist Learnership 2024
Ampath is offering a learnership programme for candidates keen on working on their abilities and knowledge as a professional Technologist with the company. In the Ampath Technologist Learnership, you will be responsible for several key tasks within a Clinical Pathology Laboratory. These tasks include preparing, analyzing, and documenting results for routine and stat specimens. Additionally, you will play a vital role in the maintenance of analyzers and instruments to ensure their optimal functioning.

Maintaining positive client relations is crucial in this role. You will interact with clients, addressing their inquiries and concerns professionally and promptly. This will contribute to providing a high level of service and fostering positive relationships.

As part of effective laboratory administration, you will be required to perform various administrative tasks. This involves ensuring that administrative systems are well-organized and efficient, allowing for seamless operations within the laboratory.

Efficient specimen processing is paramount to the smooth functioning of the laboratory. You will be involved in routine bench work, performing tasks such as sample handling, labeling, and accurately processing specimens. This ensures that specimens are processed in a timely and efficient manner, minimizing delays and maintaining the integrity of the laboratory workflow.

For application purposes, please kindly take note of the Ampath Technologist Learnership 2024’s Reference Number:

• Learner Technologist: Immunology: BHSc MLS – Centurion (2025 intake)
• Learner Technologist: Clinical Pathology: BHSc MLS – Port Elizabeth (2025 intake)
• Learner Technologist: Clinical Pathology: BHSc MLS – Centurion NRL (2025 intake)
• Learner Technologist: Clinical Pathology: National Diploma Biomedical Technology – Centurion NRL (2025 intake).

Eligibility Criteria
If you think you have the required qualifications for the Ampath Technologist Learnership, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. However, it is essential that you first review the qualifying requirements of the program. These criteria will help determine if you are a suitable candidate. Take a moment to review the listed qualifying requirements below to assess your eligibility. To increase your chances of success, it is recommended that you strictly adhere to the specified guidelines and timeframes.

The Ampath Technologist Learnership Eligibliity Criteria are as follows:

• Ensure that you have registered with the HPCSA in the relevant register and practice field
• Have a National Diploma: Biomedical Technology
• Has prior experience working in a pathology laboratory environment
• Engage in experiential training at the lab, mastering HPCSA regulations and familiarizing yourself with Ampath’s Safety, Health, and Environment management policy.

Application Instructions
Apply online:

• Learner Technologist: Immunology: BHSc MLS – Centurion (2025 intake)
• Learner Technologist: Clinical Pathology: BHSc MLS – Port Elizabeth (2025 intake)
• Learner Technologist: Clinical Pathology: BHSc MLS – Centurion NRL (2025 intake)
• Learner Technologist: Clinical Pathology: National Diploma Biomedical Technology – Centurion NRL (2025 intake).

To access the specified website, it is recommended that you utilize Google Chrome as your web browser.

In order to submit their applications, candidates are required to create an account on the application platform. This account will be essential throughout the entire registration process.

The information provided by candidates will be treated as confidential and will be reviewed by the entire selection committee, including yourself. It is crucial that you thoroughly review the data to ensure its accuracy. If there is any indication of false information being provided by candidates, it may result in potential risks or unfavorable consequences.

By submitting your applications, you authorize the selection committee to utilize the personal information you provide for the purpose of processing your registration for the event.

Candidates are required to use the aforementioned website to submit their applications. Any attempts to submit documents through alternative methods such as hand delivery or fax will be rejected by the reviewing committee.

Closing Date
Applications for the Ampath Technologist Learnership must be submitted before the closing date on 17 April 2024.

Under no circumstances will the selection committee accept applications that are submitted after the specified deadline. Late submissions will not be considered throughout the registration period.

It is strongly advised that candidates promptly submit their applications upon receiving notification of their selection. This approach allows for ample time to carefully review the contents of the applications. It is recommended that candidates commence working on their applications at the earliest opportunity.

However, in the event that applicants do not receive any communication from the selection committee within a maximum of 14 days, it is unfortunate to inform them that their application has not been accepted for the program. This notification is provided to ensure that applicants are aware of the outcome of their application and can pursue alternative opportunities accordingly.

Ampath reserves the right to accept or decline appointments at any stage during the hiring process. The decisions made by the selection committee are considered final and are binding on all parties involved.