General Duty Cytotechnologist - Repost

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Brandon; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Shared Health, Westman Laboratory in Brandon, MB, is seeking a General Duty Cytotechnologist. You will perform clinical analysis and reporting on patient samples in a structured lab setting, with duties including SOP support and quality assurance.

The role requires licensing by the CMLTM, CSMLS preferred, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. This term position offers day shifts, in-person work, and standard lab safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved cytotechnology laboratory training program with attested CSMLS certification.
• Current licensing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Manitoba (CMLTM) required.
• CSMLS registration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical analysis and reporting on patient samples per established protocols.
• Assist in lab projects (SOPs, chemical inventories) and quality assurance activities.
• Maintain a safe lab environment and ensure compliance with accreditation standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

English communication

Independent work

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Pressure management

Fluency in French/English

Education

Cytotechnology program graduate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Site: Shared Health - Westman Laboratory (Brandon)

Department / Unit: Westman Lab - Cytology

Job Stream: Clinical

Union: MAHCP

Anticipated Start Date - End Date: 07/22/2026 - 01/21/2028

Reason for Term: Maternity Leave

FTE: 1.00

Anticipated Shift: Days

Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Charge or delegate, the General Duty Cytotechnologist is responsible for clinical analysis and reporting on patient samples according to established protocols. The General Duty Cytotechnologist is also responsible for assisting in general lab projects such as SOPs, chemical inventories, etc. The incumbent will maintain a safe environment in accordance with professional and provincial guidelines and ensure compliance with quality assurance programs and maintain standards put forth by Accreditation. Functions are conducted in accordance with the Mission and Values of Shared Health, current policies and procedures and applicable legislation.

Experience

• Previous related experience preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved cytotechnology laboratory training program with attained certification by the C.S.M.L.S.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current licensing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Manitoba (CMLTM) required.
• Current registration with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) preferred.

Qualifications and Skills

• Microsoft Office programs preferred.
• Follow oral and written instructions precisely with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills required in English.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team member.
• Proficient analytical skills.
• Work under pressure.
• Maintains confidentiality with all information entrusted to the position.
• Fluent language skills (written and oral) in both French and English may be required.
• Ability to perform duties as described.

Physical Requirements

• Working shifts, weekends and holidays may be required.
• Participating in standby and callback duty may be required.
• Rotate through various workstations as required.
• Exposure to all hazards and dangers incumbent in working in a lab. For more definitive information must refer to the Job Hazard Analysis Assessment of this position within the specific lab.

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous People within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

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