Laboratory Technologist - Laboratory Services - Regular Part-Time

Yukon Hospital Corporation; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On Bonus Available!

Job summary

Yukon Hospital Corporation is seeking a Laboratory Technologist for the Whitehorse General Hospital in Whitehorse, YT. This regular part-time role (0.7 FTE) reports to the Laboratory Manager and includes processing, testing and reporting diagnostic specimens with a focus on quality control.

The position requires current registration as a Medical Laboratory Technologist in Canada (CSMLS) with good standing, and CSMLS membership.

Qualifications

• Certified as Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist in Canada (CSMLS in good standing).
• Membership in CSMLS in good standing is required.
• Experience in an accredited medical laboratory and class 5 driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized diagnostic tests on specimens.
• Process, test, report results and maintain quality control for accuracy.
• Keep detailed records and maintain instrument performance.
• Troubleshoot laboratory instruments and assist with on-call duties as required.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Record keeping

Confidentiality

Communication

Independent work

Education

CSMLS certification

Medical Laboratory Technology degree (asset)

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Laboratory Technologist - Laboratory Services - Regular Part-Time

Job Category: Laboratory Services

Requisition Number: LABOR002921

• Part-Time


• On-site

Locations

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Whitehorse General Hospital
5 Hospital Road
Whitehorse, YT Y1A3H7, CAN

Description

Regular Part-Time Position – (0.7 FTE)

Sign On Bonus Available!

This position is at the L08 level with an hourly pay range of $41.30 - $52.25

(PSAC Bargaining Unit)

Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, the position provides diagnostic testing for physicians and other health care providers without immediate support or consultation of an on-site pathologist. The medical laboratory technologist performs a variety of routine and specialized procedures in the processing of specimens for analysis used in diagnosis and treatment. This position is responsible for daily processing, testing, resulting and reporting of diagnostic samples within the laboratory; maintaining an on-going quality control program in order to ensure the accuracy and quality of the test results; keeping accurate records of all procedures; maintaining and troubleshooting a variety of laboratory instruments.

Knowledge, skills and abilities required:

• Knowledge of medical laboratory principles, theories, procedures, methods, techniques and practices;


• Knowledge and ability to maintain a wide variety of complex laboratory equipment with and without the aid of service personnel;


• Ability to perform routine and special analysis/procedures including phlebotomy;


• Ability to maintain records and prepare comprehensive and concise reports;


• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality;


• Effective communication and interpersonal skills;


• Professionalism, thoroughness, punctuality, reliability and tact;


• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision;


• Ability to deal with interruptions, distractions, time pressures, concurrent demands and client pressures;


• Ability to work in a team environment and foster team dynamics;


• Commitment to professional development and continuing education;


• Cross-cultural awareness; and,


• Ability to work in a computerized environment

Candidates must be certified as a Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist in Canada and be a member in good standing with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS). Recent experience working in an accredited Medical Laboratory and a valid class 5 driver’s license are also required for this position. This position will be expected to work all shifts and perform on-call duties as required. A degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field would be considered an asset for this position.

Candidates who have completed an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program and are awaiting the CSMLS certification examination may be considered on an underfill basis until successful completion of the examination.