General Duty Laboratory Technologist

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA); Killarney; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare organization is seeking a General Duty Medical Laboratory Technologist for clinical analysis and reporting on patient samples. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Medical Laboratory Technology and be registered with the CMLTM. Effective communication skills and the ability to work well under pressure are essential. This position may require travel and working shifts, and candidates are encouraged to apply today.

Qualifications

• Previous related experience preferred.
• Current registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Manitoba (CMLTM) required.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical analysis and reporting on patient samples.
• Assist in general lab projects such as SOPs, chemical inventories.

Skills

Effective communication in English (written and oral)

Microsoft Office programs

Proficient analytical skills

Ability to work independently and as a team member

Maintain confidentiality

Fluent in French (written and oral)

Education

Graduate of an approved Medical Laboratory Technology program

CMLTM Prior Learning Assessment certification

Job description

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.

Travel to Boissevain, Deloraine, Wawanesa or Glenboro may be required.

Salary: $38,235 – $47,968 per annum.

Position Overview

Under the general supervision of the Charge or designate, the General Duty Medical Laboratory Technologist is responsible for clinical analysis and reporting on patient samples according to established protocols. The General Duty Medical Laboratory Technologist 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 Diagnostic Services, current policies, procedures and applicable legislation.

Experience

• Previous related experience preferred.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Medical Laboratory Technology program.
• Successful completion of the CMLTM Prior Learning Assessment process for a discipline specialty, as deemed by the Employer may also be considered.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current registration or eligible for registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Manitoba (CMLTM) required.
• Current membership with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) considered an asset.

Qualifications And Skills

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both written and oral.
• Windows computer environment required.
• Microsoft Office programs preferred.
• Follow oral and written instructions precisely with attention to detail.
• 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 in French (written and oral) 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 laboratory.
• For more definitive information, refer to the Job Hazard Analysis Assessment of this position within the specific laboratory.

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

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (includingable 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. Accommodations are 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.