About the position
Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Medical Surveillance Technician to deliver compliant, high-quality occupational health screening services, in alignment with national legislation, SANS codes, and MINTEK' internal quality standards. The Technician must ensure accurate clinical data capturing, participate in continuous professional development, and uphold ethical, legal, and performance standards across all areas of practice.
Duties & Responsibilities
Clinical Service Delivery
Perform occupational health assessments including:
- Audiometry (SASOHN-registered; SANS 10154)
- Spirometry (SANS 451 compliant)
- Vision Screening
- BMI and Vital Sign Measurement
- Urinalysis and Functional Health Questionnaires
Equipment Management and Calibration
- Conduct and log daily biological calibration of spirometers and audiometers in accordance with
SANS 451 and SANS 10154. - Perform monthly mechanical calibrations and record all outcomes in calibration logbooks.
- Maintain equipment cleanliness and ensure expiry date management of consumables.
- Report faults or failed calibrations immediately to the Equipment Officer and halt use until
resolution.
Digital Data Capture and System Use
- Capture all medical data and screening results accurately, timorously, and completely on IFS.
- Ensure: All required forms and assessments are completed and linked
- Errors are corrected proactively or escalated promptly
- Employee performance will be monitored through embedded key performance indicators,
including:
• Data accuracy
• Daily report submission compliance
• Throughput metrics
• Calibration compliance
• System usage logs
Administration accountabilities
- Booking appointments for initial and routine health surveillance, health screening,
management referrals and primary health care cases. - Managing the OH clinic phone calls
- Manning the front desk
- To ensure that filing is done in a timely and accurate manner
- Capturing of clinic data
- E-mailing and sending out of letters, reports associated with the OH function
- Ordering/stock level responsibilities, booking meeting rooms, supporting OH Nurses with
preparations for wellness events
SHEQ
- Adhere to SHEQ procedures
General
- Participate in monthly clinical audits and quarterly performance reviews
- Remain up to date with industry legislation, medical technologies, and screening best
practices.
Desired Experience & Qualification
- National Diploma: Nursing or relevant.
- Minimum 2 years' experience in an occupational health clinic or mobile service environment
- Ideal: Valid and current: Audiometry Certificate (SASOHN-registered; SANS 10154 aligned)
- Ideal: Vision Screening Certification
- Ideal: Spirometry Certification
- Ideal: Demonstrated ability to operate and calibrate clinical equipment
Skills and Competencies
- High attention to detail and precision in clinical measurement
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written) in English; additional SA languages advantageous
- Computer literate with experience using online medical systems
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Time management, initiative, and the ability to work independently
- Team player with a professional demeanour
