Night Shift Coordinator

Island Health; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A health authority in Canada is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist for night shifts. Responsibilities include supervising staff, handling administrative tasks, and performing laboratory procedures essential for patient diagnoses. Candidates should have a diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology and certification eligibility with the CSMLS.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a recognized diploma program in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Eligible for certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).
• Two years recent related experience in an appropriate laboratory discipline.

Responsibilities

• Supervise night shift staff.
• Carry out administrative duties related to operations.
• Perform laboratory procedures such as collecting and testing specimens.

Skills

Supervisory and leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Decision-making skills

Effective communication

Ability to operate laboratory equipment

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology

Certification with the CSMLS

Job description

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Section Head, responsible for the operation of the night shift by supervising night shift staff, carrying out related administrative duties, and performing laboratory procedures such as collecting, preparing, processing and testing laboratory specimens that are used by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And Experience

Successful completion of a recognized diploma program in Medical Laboratory Technology. Eligible for certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS). Two years recent related experience in an appropriate laboratory discipline.

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, organizational and decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to deal effectively with others including staff, patients and physicians.
• Demonstrated ability to operate related laboratory equipment.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work in order to meet deadlines.
  
  

Link To Full Job Description

https://jd.viha.ca/JD2748.pdf