Medical Lab Technologist (Up to 10k Incentives Available)

Health PEI; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Canada seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist 1 to assist with patient diagnosis and treatment through standard examinations and procedures in hematology. The role requires performing analyses, preparing specimens, and effectively collaborating with medical staff, with expected qualifications including a Medical Technologist Certificate and CSMLS Registration. This position offers a competitive hourly salary and benefits including a company pension and flexible schedule.

Benefits

Company pension

Dental care

Employee assistance program

Extended health care

Flexible schedule

Life insurance

On-site parking

Paid time off

Store discount

Vision care

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Must be licensed or eligible for licensing with the College of Allied Health Professionals of PEI.
• Recent training and/or experience in hematology, Histology, Chemistry, BTS, or PFT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard examinations and procedures in hematology and analyze specimens.
• Obtain blood samples and prepare specimens for analysis.
• Assist physician at bone marrow aspirations and use computerized data management systems.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and with others

Education

Medical Technologist Certificate

CSMLS Registration at the Registered Technologist level

Completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Technologist Program

Job description

TheMedical Laboratory Technologist 1- Hematology/Histology/Chemistry/BTS/PFTassists with the diagnosis and treatment of patients by performing a variety of standard examinations and procedures in hematology; responsible for organizing time and resources for the effective conduct of laboratory examinations and procedures; participates in the Department's rotation of duties including evenings, weekends, holiday schedules, and performs other related and allied duties.

Duties will include but not limited to:

• determining required procedure by reading requisitions and seeking clarification if necessary from physicians and paramedical staff;
• providing information to patients, physicians and paramedical staff regarding the regimes associated with various tests and specimen collections;
• obtaining venous and capillary blood samples required for blood tests and analyses using prescribed aseptic and venipuncture techniques;
• preparing specimens for test procedures by centrifuging, separating, measuring and pipetting precise quantities required for analytical procedures;
• analyzing specimens to determine the existence and/or proportion of constituent biological/chemical components and other specimen characteristics according to standard manual and automated procedures;
• preparing and using standard and control solutions to calibrate equipment and ensuring proper operation in accordance with test and quality control procedures;
• assisting physician at bone marrow aspirations by immediate processing of specimen;
• using computerized data management and reporting systems in an efficient and effective manner;
• forwarding test and analysis results to the requesting physician or to the patient's location;
• other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Medical Technologist Certificate from an approved school of Medical Technology.
• Must have current registration with C.S.M.L.S at the Registered Technologist level.
• Must be licensed or eligible for licensing with the College of Allied Health Professionals of PEI
• Must have successful completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Technologist Program from an accredited institution
• The ability to work independently and with others is essential
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• A good previous work attendance and record.

Other Qualifications:

• Recent training and/or experience in hematology or Histology or Chemistry or BTS or PFT is preferred.
• Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.

Incentive Information:https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/health-and-wellness/allied-health-incentive-program

Salary Range:$37.05 – $50.76 per hour

Bi-Weekly Hours:75 hours Bi-Weekly / Rotating Days, Evenings, Nights and Weekends

Posting ID:161983-0324QEPI

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $37.05-$50.76 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Licence/Certification:

• CSMLS Registration (required)

Work Location: In person

Please send your resume and cover letter to [e-mail]