Senior Medical Lab Technologist - Pathology

William Osler Health System; Brampton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Peel Region seeks a Senior Medical Lab Technologist. This role includes supervising staff, ensuring compliance with procedures, and maintaining quality control. Candidates must have a minimum of three years of experience, relevant certifications, and effective communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $42.26 to $53.30 per hour and supports diversity and inclusivity.

Benefits

HOOPP Pension Plan

Employee Referral Reward Program

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience as a laboratory technologist required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Strong multitasking skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform all front-line technical functions and quality control procedures.
• Coordinate technical and safety training for staff.
• Participate in the management and reporting of EQA testing.

Skills

Laboratory Experience

Clinical Laboratory Experience

Quality Control

Conflict Management

Microbiology

Phlebotomy

Education

Accredited medical laboratory technology program

Registered with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario

Tools

Hospital information systems

Laboratory information systems

Paradigm document control software

Job description

The Senior Medical Lab Technologist reports to the Clinical Services Manager Laboratory Medicine and works under the supervision of the Charge Technologist Pathology and Medical Authority for Pathology for day-to-day tasks/duties.

Accountabilities :

• Performs all front-line technical functions, operation and maintenance protocols, quality assurance, and quality control procedures; monitors for compliance.
• Designated as Charge Technologist / supervisor; acts as a resource for front-line staff.
• Acts as subject matter expert and technical resource for staff.
• Collaborates with peers, direct supervisors, professional leaders, and the quality manager; uses the organizational reporting structure to address conflicts and develop solutions prior to escalation.
• Participates in the development and review of technical procedures.
• Maintains strong working knowledge of current technical methodologies, performance standards, and evidence-based practices.
• Involved in inventory management: orders products, ensures stock rotation, identifies, and reports non-conformances (e.g., expired or discarded products).
• Monitors compliance to policies and procedures; coaches, educates, and trains staff as required.
• Reallocates resources to meet performance expectations and operational needs.
• Participates in process validations and qualification protocols for laboratory equipment, reagents, and supplies.
• Coordinates technical and safety training for staff; ensures hazardous tasks lists are current and communicated.
• Provides input to staff performance appraisals.
• Enters non-captured service and workload units.
• Participates in the management and reporting of EQA testing.
• Manages workload effectively; identifies, reports, and solves problems; meets deadlines; prioritizes tasks.
• Follows departmental policies, processes, and procedures in accordance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Participates in investigations, corrective actions, and follow-ups for non-conformances, discordant results, complaints, and employee incident reports.
• Evaluates episodes leading to withholding of results; performs look-back and trace-back procedures; implements corrective actions; authorizes resumption of testing and release of results.
• Attends meetings and delivers departmental huddles as required.
• Ensures deadlines are met when completing action items, skills assessments, and technical projects.

Qualifications :

• Graduate of an accredited medical laboratory technology program or equivalent education.
• Must be registered with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario.
• Minimum three years of experience as a laboratory technologist required.
• Experience with hospital information systems, laboratory information systems, and Paradigm document control software required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Demonstrated leadership skills, ability to mentor and coach staff, and conflict resolution skills.
• Management and supervisory courses are an asset.
• Proven skills and competence in departmental policies, processes, and procedures.
• Experience in developing policies, processes, and procedures.
• Working knowledge of departmental budgets and schedules is an asset.
• Experience coordinating workflow and prioritizing in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organization and time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Mature judgment, initiative, and effective problem-solving abilities.
• Strong multitasking skills, assertiveness, flexibility, and responsiveness to conflicting priorities.
• Self-motivated with strong motivation skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Good attendance and punctuality record.
• Ability to work and travel between all Osler sites.
• Ability to demonstrate Osler's values: Respect, Excellence, Service, Compassion, Innovation, and Collaboration.

Additional Information :

Hours : Days, Evenings, Nights, including weekends and statutory holidays (subject to change).

Salary : Minimum $42.26/hour, Maximum $53.30/hour.

HOOPP Pension Plan : Secure Your Future with Osler. Join the HOOPP pension plan for a reliable retirement income. Osler contributes $1.26 for every dollar you invest. Learn more about securing your financial future.

This position is eligible for the Employee Referral Reward Program. Conditions may apply.

This non-union position will become part of the OPSEU bargaining unit in late 2025.

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Osler values inclusivity and diversity. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to accessible employment practices. For accommodations, notify Human Resources.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Recruitment information will be used solely for employment purposes.

Remote Work : Employment Type :

Full-time

Key Skills

Laboratory Experience, Immunoassays, Clinical Laboratory Experience, Hospital Experience, Laboratory Procedures, Phlebotomy, Conflict Management, Microbiology, Quality Control, Laboratory Techniques, Sales Support, Toxicology Experience

Experience : 3+ years

Vacancy : 1