Admin Clerk / Receptionist

Lancet Laboratories: Admin Clerk / Receptionist Vacancy

Job overview

Lancet Laboratories is inviting applications for an Admin Clerk / Receptionist position based in Johannesburg South, Gauteng.

The successful candidate will be responsible for receiving, capturing, sorting and distributing laboratory samples, maintaining accurate records and providing reception and administrative support.

The role also involves assisting patients, hospitals and medical professionals while ensuring that laboratory samples are processed and delivered within the required turnaround times.

Employer identification

• Employer: Lancet Laboratories
• Industry: Medical Pathology and Diagnostic Laboratory Services
• Job title: Admin Clerk / Receptionist
• Employment type: Permanent
• Reference number: 1241500

Location

Johannesburg South, Gauteng, South Africa.

Minimum requirements explained

• Grade 12: A matric certificate is required.
• Relevant NQF Level 4 qualification: An equivalent recognised qualification may also be considered.
• BSc degree: Listed as advantageous, meaning it is beneficial but not stated as compulsory.
• Experience: 0–1 years of relevant working experience.

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Required knowledge

• Computer literacy and the ability to use administrative systems.
• Knowledge of laboratory information systems.
• Understanding of organisational policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Receive, sort, capture and distribute laboratory samples.
• Register samples and process laboratory queries.
• Monitor sample dispatch and delivery.
• Follow up on laboratory reports and ensure timely delivery.
• Conduct hospital rounds to distribute reports and collect samples.
• Handle patient enquiries and customer complaints.
• Monitor sample collection and processing progress.
• Assist with reception duties and direct clients to relevant departments.
• Receive patient payments and follow cash-handling procedures.
• Maintain stock levels and order required supplies.
• Scan patient forms into the laboratory information system.
• Maintain cleanliness and follow laboratory procedures.

Essential competencies

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Good administrative and organisational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer service skills and telephone etiquette.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Patience and empathy when assisting nervous or distressed patients.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Confidentiality and sensitivity when handling patient information.

Salary / remuneration

Salary is not disclosed in the advertised vacancy. The remuneration field on the vacancy notice is blank. Applicants should confirm the package with Lancet Laboratories.

Vacancy details

Detail Information Starting date 5 November 2026 Closing date 12 November 2026 Reference number 1241500 Employment Permanent Location Johannesburg South

Important eligibility condition

Lancet’s official careers listing states that only employees with a disability will be considered for this position. Applicants should verify this requirement before applying. Lancet

Application procedure

• Visit the official Lancet Laboratories careers portal.
• Search for reference number 1241500.
• Open the Admin Clerk / Receptionist vacancy.
• Register for an account or sign in to your existing account.
• Complete the online application and submit the required information.
• Ensure that your application is complete before the closing date.

Official application website: Lancet Laboratories Careers Portal.

Lancet states that incomplete applications will not be considered. Lancet

Scam warning

Lancet Laboratories does not endorse job-selling scams, bribery or recruitment fraud.

• Do not pay anyone to secure this job.
• Do not pay placement or recruitment fees.
• Only submit your application through the official Lancet recruitment portal.
• Never share banking details or sensitive personal information with unverified recruiters.

Lancet provides a fraud reporting hotline: 086 100 0973. Lancet

Verify this vacancy before applying

Always confirm that vacancy reference 1241500 is still listed on the official Lancet Laboratories careers website. Check the closing date, disability eligibility condition and application requirements directly with the employer.

Official website: Verify vacancy on Lancet Careers.