Pediatric Laboratory Technician – 24/7 Specimen Management

The Hospital for Sick Children; Toronto; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) invites applications for a Laboratory Technician in the Department of Paediatric Laboratory Medicine (DPLM). The role supports a 24/7 operation with rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, performing a range of specimen processing and testing duties.

You will work under supervision, maintain and operate lab equipment, and participate in quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school (Ontario Secondary School diploma or equivalent).
• Certification or registration as a Laboratory Technician with the MLPAO preferred.
• Minimum of 1-2 years' experience with lab systems and processes.
• Strong typing/data entry skills.
• Ability to be a team player.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Attention to detail and high accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable.
• Good manual dexterity and visual interpretation skills.
• Demonstrated commitment and actions in advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion objectives.

Responsibilities

• Practice and perform a variety of laboratory procedures with accuracy and efficiency in accordance with the policies, processes and procedures of the Department of Paediatric Laboratory Medicine.
• Maintain competence in the receiving, handling, processing, identification, recording, labeling and dispatch of specimens for laboratory testing.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment according to DPLM procedures.
• Recognize failure, troubleshoot, take appropriate corrective action and maintain documentation of laboratory equipment.
• Actively participate in Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement activities to meet DPLM objectives.
• Recognize unusual situations and reports immediately to an MLT.
• Work in compliance with the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Recognize unsafe work practices, potential hazards and unusual occurrences in the work area.
• Assist in maintaining inventory control to ensure availability of adequate reagents and supplies.
• Maintain competency as a Laboratory Technician through participation in training and continuing education.
• Participate in special projects or other duties as assigned by an MLT, Resource Technologist or Team Leader.
• Follow all aspects of the Quality System.

Job description

The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) invites applications for a Laboratory Technician in the Department of Paediatric Laboratory Medicine (DPLM). The role supports a 24/7 operation with rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, performing a range of specimen processing and testing duties.

You will work under supervision, maintain and operate lab equipment, and participate in quality improvement activities.