PathCare Entry Level Jobs 2026 – Cleaners, General Workers, Data Capturers & Learnerships
If you’re looking for PathCare Entry Level Jobs 2026, PathCare offers excellent opportunities for school leavers and first-time job seekers. Popular positions include Cleaner, General Worker, Data Capturer, Learner/Student Laboratory Assistant, and Laboratory Assistant roles, with competitive salaries and opportunities for career growth through the PathCare Academy.
These entry-level jobs provide valuable workplace experience and can open doors to long-term careers in the healthcare and pathology industry
Why Work at PathCare?
PathCare is recognised as one of South Africa’s trusted healthcare employers. Employees enjoy opportunities for career growth through structured training programmes and a professional working environment.
Benefits may include:
- Career development through PathCare Academy
- On-the-job training
- Medical aid (permanent staff)
- Pension fund
- 13th cheque (qualifying employees)
- Shift allowances
- Internal promotion opportunities
Available PathCare Entry Level Jobs 2026
1. Cleaner
Cleaners help maintain hygiene and infection control standards in laboratories, depots and healthcare facilities.
Salary
R4,500 – R7,500 per month
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 10 or higher
- Physically fit
- Reliable
- Good communication skills
Duties
- Clean laboratories and offices
- Maintain hygiene standards
- Dispose of waste correctly
- Support infection control procedures
2. General Worker / Messenger
General Workers provide operational support by transporting specimens, assisting departments and completing general duties.
Salary
R5,500 – R9,000 per month
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 10–12
- Physically fit
- Reliable
- Good work ethic
Duties
- Transport laboratory specimens
- Deliver documents and supplies
- Assist departments
- General support duties
3. Data Capturer
Data Capturers ensure patient and laboratory information is accurately captured into the system.
Salary
R7,500 – R15,000 per month
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12
- Computer literacy
- Good typing skills
- Attention to detail
Duties
- Capture patient information
- Update laboratory records
- Verify data accuracy
- Maintain confidential records
4. Learner / Student Laboratory Assistant (Learnership)
This learnership provides practical laboratory experience while learners receive a monthly stipend.
Monthly Stipend
R7,800 – R8,500
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12
- Biology or Life Sciences
- Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
What You’ll Learn
- Laboratory procedures
- Sample handling
- Laboratory safety
- Healthcare administration
- Professional workplace skills
5. Laboratory Assistant
Many learners progress into Laboratory Assistant positions after completing training.
Salary
R8,000 – R22,000 per month
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12
- HPCSA Registration (where applicable)
Duties
- Prepare laboratory samples
- Assist laboratory technologists
- Maintain laboratory equipment
- Follow laboratory procedures
Minimum Requirements
Requirements vary depending on the position, but applicants generally need:
- Grade 10 or Grade 12
- Good communication skills
- South African ID
- Computer literacy (Data Capturer)
- Biology and Mathematics for Learnerships
- Reliability and professionalism
Required Documents
Prepare the following before applying:
- Updated CV
- South African ID
- Matric Certificate (where applicable)
- Academic qualifications
- Supporting documents requested in the advert
How to Apply for PathCare Entry Level Jobs 2026
Follow these steps:
- Download the applications form.
- send applications for pitswane@pathcare.net
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