Role Summary
JDJ Diagnostic Laboratory is seeking a qualified and passionate Clinical Associate to support clinical integration and patient care within our diagnostic services Practitioner, the incumbent will enhance the continuum of care by liaising between patient management and laboratory diagnostics, in strict alignment with ISO 15189:2022 standards.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct patient interviews, basic physical assessments, and documentation for lab-related procedures
- Collaborate with lab personnel on diagnostic interpretation and clinical escalation
- Ensure specimen integrity through accurate patient identification and proper collection protocols
- Provide patient education and post-diagnostic counselling
- Assist in incident reporting and corrective action tracking under Quality Management Systems
- Participate in internal audits, SOP reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor of Clinical Medical Practice (BCMP)
- Registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
- 13 years clinical experience preferred (laboratory exposure advantageous)
- Proficiency in documenting clinical and diagnostic information to ISO 15189:2022 standards
Competencies
Skill Area
Required Proficiency
Clinical Decision-Making
High
Communication
Excellent verbal & written
Quality Systems Knowledge
ISO 15189:2022 familiarity
Teamwork
Collaborative & multidisciplinary
Ethics & Confidentiality
Strong commitment
Development Opportunities
- Internal mentoring by laboratory and clinical leads
- Access to structured CPD programs and ISO-focused workshops
- Eligibility to contribute to clinical audits, research, and policy updates
Application Instructions
Submit your comprehensive CV, qualifications, HPCSA registration, and a cover letter to:
[email protected]
