General Duty Laboratory Technologist

Shared Health-Soins Communs; Steinbach; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Manitoba is seeking a General Duty Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform clinical analysis and ensure laboratory compliance with quality standards. Candidates must be graduates of a Medical Laboratory Technology program and possess effective communication skills in English. The position involves working shifts and may require travel to different locations within Manitoba.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Medical Laboratory Technology program.
• Current registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Manitoba (CMLTM) required.
• Proficient analytical skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical analysis and reporting on patient samples according to protocols.
• Assist in general laboratory projects.
• Maintain a safe laboratory environment and ensure compliance with quality assurance programs.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Proficient analytical skills

Fluent in French (may be required)

Education

Graduate of Medical Laboratory Technology program

Job description

Overview

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 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 also assists 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical analysis and reporting on patient samples in accordance with established protocols.
• Assist in general laboratory projects (e.g., SOPs, chemical inventories).
• Maintain a safe laboratory environment and ensure compliance with quality assurance programs and accreditation standards.
• Operate within the Mission and Values of Shared Health Diagnostic Services and adhere to applicable policies, procedures and legislation.

Education

• 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 proficiency; Microsoft Office programs preferred.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient analytical skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Maintains confidentiality of information entrusted to the position.
• Fluent language skill in French may be required (written and oral).
• Ability to perform duties as described.

Physical Requirements

• Working shifts, weekends and holidays may be required.
• Participation in standby and callback duty may be required.
• Rotate through various workstations as required.
• Exposure to laboratory hazards and dangers.
• Refer to the Job Hazard Analysis Assessment for definitive information.

Location and Travel – The base location for this position is Steinbach; the successful incumbent will also be required to travel to and work in Ste. Anne as needed based on operational requirements.

Work Arrangement – In Person. FTE 0.70. Anticipated Shift Days; Nights; Weekends; Non-Repeating (non-conforming). Daily Hours: 7.75. Annual Base Hours: 2015. Salary ranges as posted.

Additional Notes – 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. A security check is considered current if obtained within six months prior to start. An employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to exceed 1.0 FTE. We value employment equity and workplace diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

Application – Interested candidates should select the Apply icon to upload their cover letter, resume and copies of licenses/certification. We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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