About This Role
This role involves the accurate transcription, formatting, and processing of histology reports within the Anatomical Pathology team. It suits a detail-oriented and professional typist who can maintain strict confidentiality and ensure adherence to laboratory quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Type and format histology and anatomical pathology reports accurately and timeously
- Review reports for spelling, grammar, formatting, and completeness prior to release
- Capture patient and specimen information into the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
- Assist pathologists with report amendments and urgent report processing
- Ensure compliance with patient confidentiality and data protection requirements
- Manage electronic and paper-based pathology records
- Communicate effectively with laboratory staff, pathologists, medical practitioners, and healthcare facilities
- Support quality management processes within the department
Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Minimum of 2 years' experience as a medical typist, preferably within a pathology or healthcare environment (advantageous)
- Excellent typing speed and accuracy
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology; histology/anatomical pathology terminology will be highly advantageous
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Experience working with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) will be beneficial
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
- Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team
Important Details
- Contract: temporary (4 months)
- Starting date: 31 August 2026
- Application deadline: 30 September 2026