Lab Technologist Labs Blood Transf'n

St. Michael's Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Michael's Hospital in Toronto is seeking a skilled Medical Laboratory Technologist with a focus in Transfusion Medicine to join a dynamic team. You will perform pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical tasks, rotate through stations, and ensure STAT workloads are completed within required timeframes.

You will identify abnormal results, interpret findings, and communicate with internal teams. Strong attention to quality, SOP adherence and continuous education are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the Ontario College of Medical Laboratory Technologists (CMLTO) in Transfusion Medicine.
• Hospital Transfusion Medicine Lab experience within the last two years is required.
• Proficiency in computer software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Ability to work independently and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Committed to hospital mission, values, and teamwork.
• Punctual with excellent attendance; reliable.

Responsibilities

• Performs pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical functions in Transfusion Medicine as part of a team.
• Rotates work stations and follows directions from Operations Leader/Technical Specialist.
• Prioritizes workload and ensures timely completion of all tasks, including STATs.
• Identifies abnormalities in test results and seeks guidance when needed.
• Reports and documents unexpected or non-conforming events/incidents.
• Prepares, authorizes and interprets laboratory results.
• Responds to inquiries regarding specimen collection, results and interpretation.
• Maintains instruments through routine maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting.

Skills

Teamwork

Prioritize workload

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

CMLTO registration (Transfusion Medicine)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• As part of a team, performs pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical functions in Transfusion Medicine.
• Rotates work stations as required and performs other related duties as determined by their Operations Leader/Technical Specialist.
• Prioritizes workload and ensures work, including STATS are completed in the required time frame.
• Identifies abnormalities in test results and takes appropriate action; if necessary to seek advice from appropriate resources.
• Reports and documents unexpected or non-conforming events/incidents.
• Prepares, authorizes and interprets laboratory results.
• Responds to all inquiries regarding specimen collection, results and interpretation.
• Performs routine and preventative maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting on laboratory instruments.
• Follows SOPs in the completion of all duties.
• Adheres to all elements of the quality program including testing appropriate QC samples, performing QA activities, and, assessing results.
• Participates in the development and maintenance of the quality management system by writing/updating SOPS.
• Liaises with internal and external customers.
• Adheres to the laboratory safety program.
• Participates in material management, inventory management, safety management, performance management and quality assurance.
• Participates in the training of technologists, laboratory students, medical students and residents.
• Participates in technical research and development activities and continuing education.
• Participates in test development and validation
• Other duties, as required.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the Ontario College of Medical Laboratory Technologists (CMLTO) and possess a current CMLTO registration certificate with Transfusion Medicine discipline.
• Must have recent experience in hospital Transfusion Medicine Lab (within the last two years).
• Must be proficient in computer software applications (ie. Microsoft Office).
• Must demonstrate ability to work independently and prioritize workload in a fast paced environment.
• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be committed and able to work cooperatively and constructively with other team members
• Must understand and be committed to the Hospital mission and values.
• Must be punctual and have an excellent attendance record.
• Experience in quality principles, teaching, research/development systems are an asset

HOURS

Must be willing and able to work all rotating shifts (including evenings, nights, weekends & statutory holidays)

Unity Health Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We strive to provide a recruitment process that is barrier-free and in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We understand that you may require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. When you are contacted, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs. We want to emphasize that all accommodation requests are handled with the utmost confidentiality, respecting your privacy and dignity.