Laboratory Assistant, Shared Hospital Laboratory

Scarborough Health Network; Canada; In loco; CAD 42.000 - 48.000; Part-time

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Ability to speak another language

Descrizione del lavoro

Scarborough Health Network is seeking a Laboratory Assistant for the Shared Hospital Laboratory. You will be responsible for specimen receiving, processing on media, and handling results requests, supporting the Microbiology department.

Requirements include a Michener Institute certificate or equivalent, with preferred 6 months bacteriology experience and familiarity with MALDI, Kirby-Bauer testing, and AST instruments such as Bruker and Phoenix. High adaptability and teamwork are essential.

Competenze

• Certificate or diploma in laboratory assistance or equivalent.
• Experience in bacteriology preferred (6 months).
• Knowledge of media and incubation times in automated labs.
• Willingness to work various shifts including nights and weekends.

Mansioni

• Perform specimen receiving duties and place specimens on appropriate media.
• Process results requests and assist Senior Technologist and Operations Manager in Microbiology.

Conoscenze

Excellent interpersonal communication

Ability to work in fast-paced env

Team player

Formazione

Michener Institute Certificate

Career Canada Certificate

OSMT

Strumenti

Maldi

Kirby Bauer

AST with Bruker/Phoenix

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Number: JR107043

Job Title: Laboratory Assistant, Shared Hospital Laboratory

Job Category: Shared Labs

Hospital Location: Shared Labs

Job Type: Permanent, Part time

Number of Positions: 1

Union: SHL

Minimum - Maximum Hourly Rate: $30.49 - $35.15

Hours: Days, Afternoons, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, Holidays

Position Overview:

Reporting to the Operations Manager of Microbiology Department in Shared Hospital Laboratory, you will be responsible for performing duties in the specimen receiving area. This will include planting all specimens to appropriate media and answering results request. As well, you will assist the Senior Technologist and Operations Manager with general duties in the Microbiology department.

Requirements:

• Michener Institute Certificate, or equivalent as a Laboratory Assistant, or Career Canada Certificate, or OSMT.
• Preferred 6 months of experience in bacteriology with knowledge of media and different incubation times for set up in fully automated microbiology lab.
• Preferred knowledge of setting up Maldi, Kirby Bauer and AST using instruments like Bruker and Phoenix.
• Demonstrated problem recognition and problem solving-skills.
• Demonstrated good organizational skills, ability to organize work and set priorities
• Ability work independently or as a team member in a fast- paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written
• Demonstrates values consistent with hospital Code of Conduct and is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment in accordance with Health & Safety policy and legislation
• Utilize protective equipment provided and identify and reports hazards
• Engages in ethical conduct and strives to understand and appreciate the diversity of our patient/staff population and community.
• Excellent work performance and attendance

Asset:

• Ability to speak another language

Accommodation and Diversity Statement:

Shared Hospital Laboratory (SHL) embraces and celebrates our community's unique multicultural heritage and diversity. SHL is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a culture of inclusiveness and diversity reflecting our diverse patients, staff and community alike.

We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nation of origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital or family status, belief system, or other factors related to one's personal identity and/or values.

We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.