Medical Laboratory Technologist - Transfusion

Nova Scotia Health Authority; Town of Kentville; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Technologist to join their team. This part-time role involves performing critical analytical tests and procedures while maintaining high standards of quality assurance. Ideal candidates will possess a strong educational background in medical laboratory technology and be licensed with NSCMLT. The position offers flexibility with shift work and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment. Join a passionate team committed to excellence in health services and make a difference in the lives of patients across Nova Scotia.

Benefits

Signing bonus up to $10,000

Relocation assistance up to $5,000

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Qualifications

• Graduate in Medical Laboratory Technology with NSCMLT license.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tests and procedures in the laboratory.
• Operate instruments and make decisions on reportability of results.

Skills

Analytical testing

Problem-solving skills

Computerized information systems

Communication skills

Ability to work shiftwork

Education

Graduate from an approved program in Medical Laboratory Technology

Licensed with NSCMLT or eligible

Registration with CSMLS

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technologist - Transfusion

Req ID: 194480
Location: Western Zone, Valley Regional Hospital
Department: PLM Transfusion AVH
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly PT (50%) x 1
CUPE Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 10-Jan-25

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.

Recruitment Incentives

Successful candidates may also be eligible for a $5,000 - $10,000 signing bonus and up to $5,000 of relocation assistance with a defined Return of Service contract.

About the Opportunity

The Medical Laboratory Technologist performs analytical tests and procedures offered by the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine using appropriate methodologies and quality assurance techniques. The Medical Laboratory Technologist possesses the technical ability and problem-solving skills to perform all tests (both manual and automated) in the clinical and environmental laboratories. Performs laboratory tests with a network of steps and variables according to established protocols and works with little or no supervision in emergency and weekend/night situations. Operates instruments that are often computer integrated and networked and uses computerized information systems. Compares test results to pre-established criteria (reference intervals) and makes decisions regarding the reportability of results, thus exercising independent judgment. Stressful working conditions require the Medical Laboratory Technologist to be tactful, sensitive and able to communicate effectively and professionally. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times as deemed essential by the Medical Laboratory Technologist Code of Conduct.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Must be a graduate from an approved program in Medical Laboratory Technologist
• Must be licensed with NSCMLT or eligible
• Registration with CSMLS
• Ability to work shiftwork (weekends and holidays as required)
• Willingness to travel when required
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Hours

Permanent, Part-Time position; 37.5 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$32.55 - $39.63 hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Once You've Applied

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.