Registered Technologist (MLT) – Laboratory #451-26

Brightshores Health System; Owen Sound; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightshores Health System in Owen Sound is seeking a Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist to join the Laboratory. The role involves collecting samples, performing diagnostic tests, and reporting results to support patient care.

Applicants must hold a MLS degree, be registered with CMLTO, and meet core discipline qualifications. The role requires flexibility with shifts and commitment to patient safety and quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent.
• A current CMLTO registration is required.
• CAMLPR certification eligible to practice in core lab disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic tests on patient specimens and analyze results.
• Prepare reports to assist diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
• Ensure quality patient care and participate in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Communication

Documentation

Lab instrumentation

Point of Care Testing

Team collaboration

Patient safety

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science

CMLTO registration

CAMLPR Certification

Tools

Lab software systems

Job description

CLASSIFICATION: REGISTERED TECHNOLOGIST (MLT) DEPARTMENT: LABORATORYPOSITION LOCATION: OWEN SOUND UNION AFFILIATION: OPSEU – HPD STATUS: FULL-TIMEREASON TO POST: DIRECT REPLACEMENT WAGE RATE: $36.84 - $50.24

The Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) works within their scope of professional practice in a team environment to collect samples and is responsible for performing a variety of diagnostic tests on patient specimens, for analysing and interpreting test results and prepare reports to assist in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Responsible for ensuring quality patient care through continuous planning and uses clinical knowledge and skills to promote the delivery of optimal care to all patients. The MLT must be knowledgeable and practice in accordance with the Regulatory bodies including, CMLTO, Institute for Quality Management in Healthcare (IQMH), and Hospital regulations and policies. In alignment with Brightshores strategic priorities, the MLT may participate in user groups and hospital-wide activities and programs and contribute to quality improvement and risk management initiatives as required.

Qualifications / Skills / Abilities: Required

• Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science Degree College Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology
• Current registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO)
• Eligible to practice in the following fields: Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion Medicine (Science), Clinical Microbiology, and Histology
• CAMLPR Certification
• Working knowledge of lab and hospital software systems as needed
• Demonstrated excellent phlebotomy skills (all collection methods)
• Ability to interact effectively with others within and outside of the organization (i.e. staff physicians, patients, suppliers, Ministry of Health)
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
• Experience with large and small analyzers, dedicated instruments, calibrations and microscopes
• Ability to perform Therapeutic Phlebotomy
• Experience with Point of Care Testing
• Ability to function effectively in a team environment
• Skills in leadership, problem solving, decision making and critical thinking
• Ability to handle exposures to infection, noise, odours, working interruptions and high pressure situations
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Ability to be respectful and maintain confidentiality
• Availability to work all shifts, including weekends and standby, and ability for multi-site coverage when required
• Recent satisfactory performance and attendance records
• Demonstrate, promote and encourage Brightshores’ values – We Show Up for Each Other, We Are Trusted to Act, We Create Solutions Together, We Strive for Better, We Share Accountability
• Advocates and supports a culture of patient safety and demonstrates an understanding of how the department service and assigned responsibilities contribute to overall patient safety at Brightshores through patient safety knowledge, skills and attitudes
• Comply with all applicable health and safety policies, procedures and regulations, and actively contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment

Preferred

• 2 years’ clinical experience in a Hospital Laboratory setting with experience in Core lab disciplines (Chemistry, Haematology and Transfusion Medicine)