Laboratory - MLT

Cynet HealthStaff; Prince Rupert; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) for a 12-hour shift. The role conducts diagnostic tests on patient samples to help diagnose and treat disease, requiring precision and strict adherence to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include collecting and preparing specimens, operating lab equipment, performing tests across hematology, microbiology, chemistry, immunology, and transfusion medicine, recording results, and assisting training of staff.

Qualifications

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Experience with collecting and analyzing specimens.

Responsibilities

• Collect, prepare, and analyze biological specimens (blood, urine, tissue).
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Conduct tests in hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, immunology, and transfusion medicine.
• Ensure quality control and accuracy of test results.
• Record and report results to physicians and maintain records of laboratory tests.
• Adhere to infection control, health, and safety policies and protocols.
• Participate in proficiency testing and continuing education activities.
• Troubleshoot technical problems and consult with senior technologists or pathologists as needed.
• Assist in training and orientation of new staff and students

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety standards

Laboratory techniques

Job description

Laboratory - MLT

Shift: 12 hours

Description

The Medical Laboratory Technician performs a variety of diagnostic tests on patient samples to assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases.This role requires a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to safety and quality standards in all laboratory processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, prepare, and analyze biological specimens (blood, urine, tissue, etc.) using manual and automated techniques.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Conduct tests in various departments such as hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, immunology, and transfusion medicine.
• Ensure quality control and accuracy of test results by following established procedures.
• Record and report results to physicians and maintain detailed records of laboratory tests.
• Adhere to infection control, health, and safety policies and protocols.
• Participate in proficiency testing and continuing education activities.
• Troubleshoot technical problems and consult with senior technologists or pathologists as needed.
• Assist in training and orientation of new staff and students