Zinziswa Fikile Makopi

Medical Technologist at Lancet Laboratories

Zinziswa Fikile Makopi is a qualified medical technologist registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) with extensive experience in the field. Currently employed as a Medical Technologist at Lancet Laboratories since October 2021, Zinziswa has previously held the position of Senior Medical Technologist at Ampath Trust from December 2015 to September 2023. Zinziswa's career began with an internship at the National Health Laboratory Service, followed by roles as a Medical Technologist at the same organization, covering various departments such as microbiology, chemistry, hematology, and serology. Zinziswa also contributed as a student exam assistant within the Department of Education and served as a Help Desk Specialist during the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Zinziswa holds multiple qualifications in Biomedical Technology from institutions including Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University and Cape Peninsula University of Technology.

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Johannesburg, South Africa

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Lancet Laboratories

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Lancet Laboratories SA is one of the leading pathology laboratories operating throughout South Africa, providing vital diagnostic and monitoring pathology services in the 9 provinces. Cerba Lancet Africa provides services to Botswana, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Mozambique, Rwanda, Nigeria, Eswatini, Tanzania, Uganda, Zimbabwe and Zambia. We operate in the private healthcare environment and provide specialised pathology services for the corporate, insurance and industrial sectors. SANAS Accredited (ISO Standard 15189), more then 100 Specialist Pathologists. RESPONSIBILITY As one of the leading pathology laboratories operating throughout South Africa, we recognise our important role and responsibility in providing specialist pathology services and infrastructure to support the fight against HIV, tuberculosis and other key health issues affecting our continent. ACCREDITATION To deliver consistent quality at every level of our business, Lancet Laboratories’ Quality Assurance team works hard to achieve and maintain SANAS accreditation throughout its structure, adhering to the highest international criteria set out according to ISO Standard 15189. EXCELLENCE Lancet Laboratories is constantly seeking new ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our service delivery. In order to achieve the best possible standards and provide the best possible service, we understand the value of developing and investing in our employees at every level of the business. The Quality Assurance department is responsible for ensuring that the Quality Management System (QMS) is implemented and maintained in all laboratories and departments within Lancet Labs. Our objectives are to attain accreditation to ISO 15189 for laboratories and certification to ISO 9001 for all support departments. Lancet Laboratories strives to produce quality, accurate and reliable patient results ensuring our customer needs are met.


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South Africa

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5,001-10,000

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