Medical Laboratory Technologist - Temporary Part-Time

brockvillegeneralhospital; Kingston; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Brockville General Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist for a temporary part-time role in Laboratory Services. The incumbent will participate in specimen reception and accessioning, perform routine and specialized testing in Transfusion Medicine, Hematology and Chemistry, and report results per policies.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited MLS program or CSMLS eligibility, CMLTO registration, and hospital lab experience.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Laboratory Science program or CSMLS equivalent.
• CSMLS certification or eligibility.
• Registration in good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists Ontario (CMLTO).
• Clinical experience in a medical laboratory, preferably in a hospital setting, with 2 years’ experience or recent placement within the last five years.

Responsibilities

• Participate in specimen reception, accessioning and preparation for diagnostic testing.
• Perform routine and specialized testing in Transfusion Medicine, Hematology, and Chemistry.
• Conduct specimen analysis, validation, and result reporting in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures.
• Perform blood grouping, antibody screening, compatibility testing, and component preparation following transfusion medicine standards.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory analyzers and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with Accreditation Canada Diagnostics, regulatory, and safety standards.
• Participate in quality control, quality assurance, and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Collaborate with laboratory colleagues, nurses, and physicians to support timely patient care.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control (IPAC), occupational health, and safety practices.
• Support training and competency assessment of new staff and students as required.
• Participates in service and hospital-wide activities and programs that model and promote a safe and healthy staff and client-centered environment and that contributes to quality improvement and risk management initiatives.

Skills

Specimen reception & accessioning

Laboratory testing

Transfusion medicine

Quality management system

Computer applications

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Accredited Medical Laboratory Science program

CSMLS certification (or eligibility)

CMLTO registration

Tools

Laboratory analyzers

Job description

Position: Medical Laboratory Technologist

Competition: 2026-235 (Current Opportunity)

Status: Temporary Part-Time (up to 12 months with possible extension)

Department: Laboratory Services

Union Association: OPSEU

Salary: $36.84 -$50.25

Under the direction of the Laboratory Manager, this position is responsible for:

• Participate in specimen reception, accessioning and preparation for diagnostic testing.
• Perform routine and specialized testing in Transfusion Medicine, Hematology, and Chemistry
• Conduct specimen analysis, validation, and result reporting in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures
• Perform blood grouping, antibody screening, compatibility testing, and component preparation following transfusion medicine standards
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory analyzers and equipment
• Ensure compliance with Accreditation Canada Diagnostics, regulatory, and safety standards
• Participate in quality control, quality assurance, and continuous quality improvement activities
• Collaborate with laboratory colleagues, nurses, and physicians to support timely patient care
• Adhere to infection prevention and control (IPAC), occupational health, and safety practices
• Support training and competency assessment of new staff and students as required
• Participates in service and hospital-wide activities and programs that model and promote a safe and healthy staff and client-centered environment and that contributes to quality improvement and risk management initiatives.

Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Laboratory Science training program or equivalent CSMLS prior learning assessment program
• Certification with Canadian Society for Medical LaboratoryScience (or eligibility)

• Registration in good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists Ontario (CMLTO)
• Clinical experience in a medical laboratory preferably in a hospital setting with either a minimum 2 years’ experience or having completed your clinical placement within the last five years preferred

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated evidence of maintaining clinical competence through continuing education and practical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated competence using statistical analysis and computer applications
• Demonstrates knowledge of a quality management system and the Accreditation Canada Diagnostics (ACD)requirements
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure productively
• Ability to work harmoniously in a team environment and independently
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates ability to organize and plan effectively. Attention to detail.
• Good attendance and availability required
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays on a rotating basis