Autopsy Technician

Eastern Ontario Regional Laboratory Association; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading laboratory association in Ontario is seeking an Autopsy Technician to assist pathologists and manage specimen preparation. The role requires technical skills, relevant experience, and adherence to health and safety regulations. Candidates must be detail-oriented and able to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of medical laboratory theory and practices.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical assistance to pathologists in conducting autopsies.
• Responsible for collection and preparation of samples for diagnostic testing.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

College diploma

Relevant university degree

Job description

Provides technical assistance to pathologists in conducting autopsies and provides other technical services required to carry out examination and dissection of human remains. This position is also responsible for the collection, receiving, accessioning and preparation of all samples for diagnostic testing and results reporting of clinical samples. The Autopsy Technician may also be required to identify and resolve unsuitable specimens for testing. Depending on operational requirements they may be required to assist with training of new staff as well as may rotate through different specified job functions.

Rotation / Shifts

Days and evenings, including weekends, 8 hour shifts. For information purposes only - EORLA reserves the right to change.

Basic Requirements

• College diploma from a recognized program or successful completion of MLPAO or successful completion of CSMLS exam in the appropriate field of practice;
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience;
• Manual dexterity, fine motor skills and good hand-eye coordination used for the precise dissection of delicate anatomical structures and for the collection of trace forensic evidence;
• Ability to label and document forensic evidence and specimens with a high degree of accuracy and consistency;
• Knowledge of medical laboratory theory, principles and practices;
• Knowledge of applicable occupational health and safety legislation; transportation of dangerous goods, WHMIS, Universal precautions, safe handling practices;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

As a pre-condition of employment, all new EORLA employees will be required to obtain and provide a satisfactory Criminal Records Check dated within six (6) months from the date of issue.

Per EORLA's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, if you are successful in the selection process, an offer of employment is conditional upon presentation of government issued documentation confirming that you have been fully vaccinated with a vaccine that has been approved in Canada. Any individual who cannot be vaccinated on medical grounds or other grounds recognized by the Human Rights Code can request an accommodation.

Please note that with respect to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Ontario Human Rights Commission’s (OHRC) position has been that a singular belief or personal preference against vaccinations and / or masks is not protected on the ground of creed under theCode.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant university degree from a recognized program in human anatomy and physiology, pathology, or forensic sciences;
• Funeral Director experience;
• Bilingualism is considered an asset.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Eastern Ontario Regional Laboratory Association (EORLA) is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.