Medical Laboratory Technologist 1

Ontario Agency for Health Protection and Promotion; Toronto; On-site; CAD 47,637 - 61,082; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Agency for Health Protection and Promotion in Toronto is looking for a Medical Laboratory Technologist 1. This role involves conducting standardized medical tests and procedures, while ensuring compliance with Ontario regulations and maintaining quality assurance. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential for relaying results to healthcare providers.

The ideal candidate holds a CMLTO certification and has a strong knowledge of laboratory procedures. The position offers a full-time contract with an hourly rate of $34.58 - $44.34, working 36.25 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of medical laboratory techniques in a high-volume testing lab.
• Ability to perform medical and environmental laboratory procedures and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct standardized medical tests and procedures.
• Report results to healthcare providers within acceptable turnaround times.
• Authorize release of lab test results under CMLTO regulations.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality as per PHO policies.
• Carry out quality assurance and control procedures.

Skills

Medical laboratory techniques/procedures

Computer applications for laboratory information

Ontario Laboratory Accreditation compliance

Oral communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certification with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO)

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technologist 1

Location: Toronto

Laboratory sites: Toronto, Thunder Bay, Timmins, Kingston, Ottawa, London, Hamilton, Orillia, Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, Peterborough

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct standardized medical/clinical tests and procedures for the isolation, quantification, identification, molecular testing and antimicrobial susceptibility testing of clinically significant bacteria, fungi, parasites, viruses and associated antibodies.
• Report and relay results to health care providers within acceptable turnaround time (TAT) as published by PHO Laboratory.
• Authorize the release of laboratory test results and discuss test results with clients within the restriction of College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO) regulations.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality as outlined by PHO corporate policies.
• Carry out established quality assurance and control procedures including proficiency testing to ensure quality outcomes.
• Perform review of daily quality control (QC) materials and take appropriate actions to resolve any discrepancies in QC material that falls outside the acceptable ranges.
• Maintain and monitor equipment and supplies to ensure operability.
• Provide direction and guidance to Laboratory Attendants responsible for supporting MLTs and senior staff and assist with training new staff.
• Provide technical assistance to Senior Technologists and Operational Lead in carrying out testing and/or special projects.
• Perform activities to support the laboratory's Quality Management Program and Institute for Quality Management in Healthcare (IQMH) requirements.
• Perform other duties or projects as assigned.
• Work shifts as scheduled and maintain an acceptable attendance record.

Knowledge and Skills

• A strong working knowledge of and the ability to perform medical laboratory techniques/procedures in a high volume testing laboratory.
• Knowledge of computer applications to utilize standard and laboratory information systems.
• Knowledge of Ontario Laboratory Accreditation requirements to ensure compliance in the conduct of laboratory testing.
• Knowledge of PHO policies and protocols and PHOL code of conduct to ensure confidentiality in the release of test results and discussions with clients.
• Oral communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with laboratory staff and with health care providers to relay laboratory test results.

Education and Experience

• Mandatory: Certification in good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO).
• Knowledge and the ability to perform medical and/or environmental laboratory techniques/procedures, laboratory safety practices and utilize medical laboratory equipment in the conduct of standardized medical/clinical tests and procedures.

Attributes and Competencies

• Oral communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with laboratory staff and with health care providers to relay laboratory test results.
• Ability to work independently to solve complex problems, working collaboratively to seek advice and direction in solving problems beyond their scope of practice.

Employment Details

• Duration: Contract (Fixed Term), 0 month(s)
• Hours of Work: Full time, 36.25 hours per week
• Compensation Group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union
• Compensation Range: $34.58 - $44.34
• Posting Date: 03-24-2026
• Closing Date: Applications will be received no later than 11:59pm on the date preceding the closing date as indicated on the Job Requisition.

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