Ampath General Assistant (Messenger) Job Opportunity 2026 | Kuilsriver
Ampath Laboratories is inviting applications for a permanent General Assistant (Messenger) position at its Kuilsriver Branch in the Western Cape. This role is ideal for individuals who are reliable, hardworking, and passionate about supporting healthcare services behind the scenes.
As a General Assistant, you will be responsible for transporting laboratory specimens, medical reports, confidential documents, and essential supplies between hospital wards, departments, and the Care Centre. Your work ensures that healthcare professionals receive critical items on time, helping them provide quality patient care.
This position also includes maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic environment where required, following health and safety procedures, and assisting with general operational support. Accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism are essential, especially when handling sensitive medical information and specimens.
Position Details
- Company: Ampath Laboratories
- Position: General Assistant (Messenger)
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Department: Kuilsriver Branch Admin
- Location: Kuilsriver, Western Cape
- Reference Number: G130133
- Salary: Market Related
- Working Hours: 40 hours per week
- Work Schedule: 5 days per week (including weekends and public holidays when required)
- Closing Date: 3 August 2026 at 21:00
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- Previous experience in healthcare, hospitals, laboratories, or similar environments is advantageous but not essential.
- Good verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Honest, trustworthy, and dependable.
- Physically fit to walk between departments and carry deliveries safely.
- Ability to follow workplace policies and health and safety procedures.
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Key Responsibilities
- Deliver laboratory specimens quickly and safely.
- Transport confidential documents between departments.
- Distribute medical reports and internal correspondence.
- Ensure all deliveries are accurate and completed on time.
- Assist with general cleaning duties where required.
- Maintain cleanliness in assigned work areas.
- Handle medical specimens according to safety procedures.
- Report damaged or missing items immediately.
- Support clinical and administrative teams with daily operational tasks.
- Provide courteous service to staff, patients, and visitors.
- Follow infection prevention and occupational health guidelines.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Good planning and time management.
- Professional appearance and attitude.
- Strong teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Good problem-solving skills.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Ability to communicate effectively with different departments.
- Willingness to learn and adapt.
Why Work for Ampath?
- Permanent employment with a respected healthcare organisation.
- Market-related salary and employee benefits.
- Opportunity to gain valuable healthcare industry experience.
- Supportive and inclusive working environment.
- Career development and training opportunities.
- Employment Equity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is suitable for:
- Matriculants looking for permanent employment.
- Job seekers interested in hospital or laboratory support roles.
- Candidates with messenger, general assistant, porter, cleaner, or administrative support experience.
- Individuals seeking long-term career growth in the healthcare sector.
Applications close on 3 August 2026 at 21:00. Early applications are encouraged, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.