Medical Laboratory Technologist

POSITION TITLE:

MEDICAL LABORATORY Technologist

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE:

LOCATIONS:

King Edward Street

CLASSIFICATION:

Part Time, Term one year

DEPARTMENT:

Chemistry

COMPENSATION:

As per Collective Agreement

WORKING SCHEDULE:

Monday to Friday, 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm

(25 hours per week)

Job Summary
As a General Duty Technologist, you will be responsible for the performance and release of various laboratory tests following set processes and procedures, all in keeping with Dynacare's mission and values.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs a variety of routine laboratory procedures to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Responsible for ensuring sample identification and preparation for testing are correct before commencing tests. Performs scheduled tests and measurements using a variety of manual and automated procedures.
• Sets up and adjusts laboratory equipment, prepares standard and reagents. Monitors supplies and notifies Charge technologist of shortages.
• Ensures that Quality Control checks are run and reviewed when testing.
• Participates in all internal and external quality control programs.
• Performs routine maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Maintains confidential and accuracy of appropriate documents.
• Other duties as required.

SKILLED KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge

• Medical Laboratory Technologist registered in good standing with and CSMLS & CMLTM.
• Experience working in Chemistry preferred

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of Quality Control documentation and procedures.
• Knowledge of Chemistry specimen processing.

Social Processing Skills

• Ability to multitask and work in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience in word processing preferred.
• Ability to instruct new employees in specimen processing specific to Chemistry.

***Please refer to Article 2 and 7 of the Collective Agreement regarding temporary positions, job postings, promotions and transfers***