Laboratory Technologist

Homewood-Health; Guelph; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Homewood Health in Ontario is seeking a part-time Medical Laboratory Technologist to join a collaborative team. Hours up to 28 per week, Monday to Friday 7:30 am–3:30 pm with no evenings or weekends.

You will perform tests, report results, maintain QC and supervise Lab Assistant students in a hospital/private lab setting.

Qualifications

• 3 years of Community College in Medical Laboratory Technology (biochemistry and hematology).
• 1-2 years of experience in a hospital or private laboratory.
• Member in good standing with the CMLTO.
• Knowledge of lab testing, techniques and analyzers.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests without direct supervision per lab procedures.
• Communicate accurate results to physician or nursing staff.
• Maintain charts, QC records and equipment maintenance.
• Supervise Lab Assistant students.
• Ensure proper labeling and sample handling.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Quality assurance

Time management

Education

3 years of Community College in Medical Laboratory Technology (biochemistry & hematology)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

Locations

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• Part-Time
• On-site

Description

Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning.

As a Medical Laboratory Technologist, you will be an integral part of a collaborative team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. If you are looking for a company that is constantly moving forward in pursuit of successful outcomes, get ready to love it here!

Hours: Up to 28 hours per week, Days will vary Monday to Friday 7:30 am to 3:30 pm (no evenings or weekends required)

What you'll be doing:

• Perform tests without direct supervision, in accordance with the established procedures outlined in the laboratory procedure manuals
• Communicate accurate results to the physician in charge or to the appropriate nursing staff, documenting verbal reports
• Set-up, shut down and perform regular maintenance procedures as well as update the charts, trouble-shoot and repair analyzers
• Perform urinalysis including microscopic examination of sediment
• Conduct manual laboratory tests (e.g., pregnancy test, occult blood test)
• Perform quality control on laboratory tests, review/evaluate results and resolve any issues before patient samples are analyzed and results reported
• Ensure each specimen sent to the lab is properly labelled and follow up to provide coaching/training if necessary
• Confirm that samples meet the requirements for specific tests
• Perform venipunctures on patients and assist with venipuncture training
• Prepare samples for testing (both on-site and referred out) and determine which samples are referred to an outside laboratory and which reference laboratory to use
• Collect data for evaluation of new methodology
• Maintain and file daily log charts, worksheet records and statistical records
• Order supplies such as analyzer reagents, QC material and other consumables as needed
• Maintain monthly statistical records on quality control, maintenance, test numbers
• Supervise Lab Assistant students
• Operate within the established standards of the Ontario Laboratory Accreditation (OLA)

What we're looking for:

• 3 years of Community College in Medical Laboratory Technology (minimum of biochemistry and hematology)
• 1-2 years' experience in a hospital or private laboratory
• Member in good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO)
• Current knowledge of relevant lab testing, lab techniques, methods, procedures and analyzers
• Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Solid understanding of, and commitment to, quality assurance and quality management
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, prioritize workload and manage time effectively

Why work with us

Homewood Health is Canada's largest and leading service provider for medically focused, evidence-based treatment of mental health and addiction disorders. Our organizational culture values service excellence, integrity, collaboration and innovation. Our people make a difference!

As an equal opportunity employer, Homewood Health is committed to employment accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion. For this reason, we encourage applications from members of equity‑seeking groups including women, racialized and indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions.

Join us at Homewood Health and be part of a diverse team helping Canadians live healthier, more productive and fulfilling lives.