Medical Laboratory Technologist II (Supervisory)

Canadian Blood Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Technologist II to join their team. In this vital role, you will perform essential technical duties, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety. Your expertise in Immunohematology will be crucial as you conduct specialized tests and collaborate with healthcare professionals to resolve transfusion-related issues. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the health and well-being of Canadians while working in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you are passionate about making a difference, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Employee discounts

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Certification with eligibility for CSMLS registration is required.
• Two years of related experience or recent graduation from accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical duties in accordance with SOPs and COPs.
• Consult with hospital labs for transfusion-related problems.
• Prepare reagents and perform quality control of tests.

Skills

Effective communication in English

Organizational skills

Technical competence in Diagnostic Services

Ability to operate computerized equipment

Physical ability to perform job duties

Education

Medical Technology Certification

Two years of Immunohematology experience

Graduation from accredited Medical Laboratory Science school

Job description

Job category: Laboratory and phlebotomy
Job posting ID: 7084

Employment status: Temporary full-time
Position's anticipated start date: 2025-04-21
Position's anticipated end date: 2026-04-03
Number of positions available: 1

Classification: HSAA
Salary/Rate of pay: starting at $39.85/hour

Application deadline: 2025-04-07
Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• Job specific cover letter.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page.

About the role

The work of MLT II is integral to Canadian Blood Services role as Canada’s Lifeline. In this role, you will perform technical duties in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Centre Operating Procedures (COPs).

Formula for success

• Performs red cell serological and perinatal routine and specialized tests in accordance with written operating procedures.
• Consults with hospital Transfusion Medicine Laboratories in the resolution of transfusion-related problems by being on-call to perform red cell antibody investigation procedures, and to perform other serological procedures as may be required for good customer service and in the resolution of a problem.
• Provides verbal and/or written results/consultation directly to the technical staff of Transfusion Medicine Laboratories and/or physician's offices.
• Prepare reagents required for the routine and specialized testing of red cell serological and perinatal samples.
• Performs lot acceptance and quality control of reagents and tests in accordance with written operating procedures.
• Interprets and accurately records results and prepares reports. Reviews worksheets and reports and checks transcriptions to ensure accuracy and validity of results. Requests retesting or additional testing procedures and notifies Technical Supervisor, Diagnostic Services or designate of problems or discrepancies.
• Performs routine maintenance of equipment and monitoring of equipment as required. Reports malfunctioning equipment to the Technical Supervisor, Diagnostic Services or designate.
• Assists the Technical Supervisor, Diagnostic Services or designate, with the implementation of new procedures by performing evaluations and tests as requested.
• Assists with and/or performs evaluations of equipment, reagents, and new procedures by review of current literature.
• Maintains current knowledge in the field of Medical Laboratory Technology - Immunohematology, in order to recommend new applications and contribute to improvement in technical activities by attending courses and lectures as approved or performing in-house case study lectures as requested.
• Performs work in accordance with the provisions of the Canadian Blood Services' Corporate Health and Safety Policies and Procedures, and comply with all the Corporate Health and Safety Policies and Procedures. Ensures ongoing monitoring and reporting of all occupational health and safety issues in the workplace.

Desired education and skills

• Medical Technology Certification with eligibility for registration or membership with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).
• Two (2) years of recent related Immunohematology experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, or recently graduated from an accredited school for Medical Laboratory Science.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to organize workload and set priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related equipment, including computerized equipment.
• Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the job.
• Demonstrated knowledge and technical competence relevant to procedures performed in the Diagnostic Services Laboratory.
• Demonstrated ability to keep abreast of new developments and technology.

What we offer you

• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, and much more.

What you can expect

Work schedule: Monday to Friday 0700 -1500.
Rest days are Saturday and Sunday.

Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.

If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.

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