Medical Laboratory Technologist, Transfusion Medicine

Sinai Health System; Toronto; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist for the Transfusion Medicine Department at Mount Sinai Hospital. This part-time position will involve performing critical laboratory tests that support patient care, ensuring accurate diagnostics, and maintaining laboratory quality standards. The ideal candidate will have strong proficiency in required tests and procedures, registered with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario.

Qualifications

• Active registration in good standing with CMLTO and CSMLS.
• 2 years’ experience in Blood Transfusion preferred.
• Demonstrated satisfactory work performance.

Responsibilities

• Perform immunohematologic tests and maintain accurate documentation.
• Conduct procedures for blood typing and compatibility testing.
• Communicate effectively with hospital personnel and interpret laboratory results.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Use of Laboratory Information System

Education

Active General Registration with CMLTO and CSMLS

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technologist, Transfusion Medicine - (12744)

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Job Type

Regular Part Time

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Organizational Department

Sinai Health -> Mount Sinai Hospital -> Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Transfusion Medicine

Employee Group

OPSEU

Location

Mount Sinai Hospital Campus - Toronto, ON M5G 1X5 CA (Primary)

Travel Requirement

Hours (subject to change)

Up to 15 Hours per week.

Salary Scale

CAD $36.84 - $50.24 (2024 OPSEU UL01)

Job Description

We are looking for a Medical Laboratory Technologist to support our Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Transfusion Medicine Department at our Mount Sinai Hospital Campus.

The Medical Laboratory Technologist will perform Immunohematologic tests and duties accurately and reproducibly while exhibiting a working knowledge of the theory, methodology, and equipment required in order to aid in diagnosis and management of a patient.

In this role you will:

• Performprocedures related to reception, documentation and storage of specimens
• Performprocedures related to ABO grouping, Rh, antibody screening and cross matching blood
• Performprocedures related to prenatal testing, new-born testing and paternal phenotyping
• Performantibody identification procedures
• Performprocedures related to receipt and storage of blood and blood components from the Canadian Blood Services
• Performprocedures related to release of prepared blood and blood components to the patient's ward or other location for therapeutic use
• Writebasic interpretation of test results and releasethese to the patient's physician/ward in a timely fashion
• Maintainworksheets, logbooks, patient records, etc. as required by law and the policy of the laboratory
• Performroutine preventive maintenance of all equipment and is able to operate equipment effectively
• Maintainwritten records of all quality control, instruments checks etc.
• Preparesolutions and reagents applicable to the tests performed
• Prioritize work and respond to urgent unpredictable demands for blood bank services in STAT situations. Consultwith peers, senior technologists, section supervisor or section head when appropriate relative to abnormal results, panic results or other concerns
• Exhibita co-operative attitude with other staff, congeniality, flexibility in hours of work, reliability and punctuality, ability to work at a variety of duties, and flexibility in learning new procedures.
• Followthe code of professional conducts of the CSMLS
• May assist with demonstrating procedures to new staff or students as requested
• May participate in educational and informational programs
• Communicateeffectively with physicians, nurses and other hospital personnel - includes basic interpretation of laboratory test results and explanations of limitations of the test procedure
• May refer tests to other testing facilities for confirmation etc. after consultation with a senior technologist
• Participatein Quality Assurance Program
• Understandthe consequences and impact of errors on the patient
• Acceptresponsibility for your work activities
• Exhibits understanding and practices safe work habits
• Exhibits initiative and independence of action acceptable for his/her level of training and experience
• Performs other duties as requested by the Charge Technologist or Section Head

Job Requirements

Job Requirements

Mandatory

• Active General Registration in good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologist of Ontario (CMLTO) and the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS)

Preferred

• 2 years’ of recent experience and demonstrated achievements in Blood Transfusion

Skills and Knowledge

• Proficiency in the use of MS Office (Word, Excel, Access)
• Proficiency in the use of Laboratory Information System
• Demonstrated satisfactory work performance and attendance record

Note: In accordance with accreditation standards, employment is conditional upon applicant demonstrating proof of visual colour discrimination ability pertinent to the essential duties of the job.

If this sounds like you and you’re ready to build your career within pathology and laboratory medicine, apply now and let us know why you would be a great addition to our team.

Open Date

3/3/2025

Posting Deadline

6/30/2025

All applications must be submitted by no later than 4:00pm of the posting deadline date.

Employment at Sinai Health is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures and training. If you believe you are one of the very few people who may require an exemption from vaccination, supporting medical information must be submitted to our Occupational Health department, who will review and assess.

Sinai Health is comprised of Mount Sinai Hospital, Hennick Bridgepoint Hospital, Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute and our system partner Circle of Care. We deliver excellent care in hospital, community and home, focusing on the comprehensive needs of people. Sinai Health discovers and translates scientific breakthroughs, pushes boundaries for health solutions and educates future clinical and scientific leaders. Clinical areas of specialization include rehabilitation and complex continuing care, surgery and oncology, urgent and critical care, and women’s and infants’ health. The Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute ranks among the top ten biomedical research institutes in the world. Sinai Health is a full affiliate of the University of Toronto.

As an equal opportunity employer who understands that diversity enriches our community and culture, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, disabled people/people with disabilities, women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require accommodation(s) due to disability at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact 416-586-4800 ext. 7050, or email [e-mail] .