Technical Resource Technologist Laboratory Quality

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Duncan; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority seeks a Technical Resource Technologist, Laboratory Quality to provide technical quality consultation to Laboratory Technologists and Assistants across a multi-site operation. You will assist in implementing standardized policies, ensuring QA program adherence and education.

Travel may be required to meet service assignments. Requires a Medical Laboratory Technology diploma, CAMLPR/CSMLS certification, and courses in Quality Control.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a recognized diploma program in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• Successful registration in CAMLPR or CSMLS pathways or certification with CSMLS.
• Courses in Quality Control, Change Management and/or Quality System Essentials.
• Knowledge of CERNER and clinical lab best practices.
• Three years' recent, related experience in a senior capacity in a clinical laboratory.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Valid BC driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical quality consultation and advisory services to Laboratory Technologists and Assistants.
• Assist with implementing standardized policies and procedures; ensure adherence to QA programs.
• Evaluate, educate and teach Medical Laboratory staff and others.
• Travel may be required; transportation may be needed for service assignments.

Skills

Method development

Cost analysis

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Teaching/training

Report writing

Equipment operation

Education

Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology

CSMLS/CAMLPR registration

Quality Control/Quality System courses

Tools

Cerner

Job description

Technical Resource Technologist Laboratory Quality - (236870)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

0645-1445,0700-1500,,0900-1700,1100-1900,1430-2230, 1515-2315,2300-0700

Days Off

Rotating

Vacancy Type

Regular FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$43.56 - $54.38

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75.0

Planned Start Date

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Pending Return of Incumbent

No

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

Yes

Job Description

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Department of Laboratory Medicine, Pathology and Medical Genetics (LMPMG) is committed to enhancing patient care through the provision of consistently high quality laboratory services.

Servicing a multi-site operation under the direction of and reporting to the designated Unit Supervisor and working with the Technical Practice Lead, the Technical Resource Technologist, Laboratory Quality provides technical quality consultation and advisory services to Laboratory Technologists, Laboratory Assistants and others. assists with implementing standardized policies and procedures; ensuring adherence to quality assurance programs and protocols; and evaluates, educates and teaches Medical Laboratory staff and others. Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Successful completion of a recognized diploma program in Medical Laboratory Technology. Successful completion of recognized competency assessment exam and registration in the relevant field(s) of practice in accordance with the Canadian Alliance of Medical Laboratory Professionals Regulators (CAMLPR) pathways, or certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS)

Successful completion of courses in Quality Control, Change Management and/or Quality System Essentials. Knowledge of integrated computerized clinical laboratory information systems, such as CERNER; knowledge of clinical laboratory best practice principles, procedures, protocols and equipment for designated medical discipline. Three (3) years recent, related experience in a senior capacity in a clinical laboratory. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Valid BC driver's license.

Skills And Abilities

Demonstrated ability to perform method development, evaluations and cost benefit analysesDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writingAbility to work independently, as part of a team, and to deal effectively with othersAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships, both internally and externallyAbility to teach, provide orientation, conduct presentationsDemonstrated knowledge of and ability to implement effective problem-solving processesAbility to operate related equipment, including a variety of computer software applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and VisioAbility to operate related equipmentAbility to secure facts through investigation, information gathering and documentationAbility to prepare concise and accurate written reports and document procedures and processes for manualsPhysical ability to perform the duties of the position

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position. The Department of Laboratory Medicine, Pathology and Medical Genetics (LMPMG) is committed to enhancing patient care through the provision of consistently high quality laboratory services.

Servicing a multi-site operation under the direction of and reporting to the designated Unit Supervisor and working with the Technical Practice Lead, the Technical Resource Technologist, Laboratory Quality provides technical quality consultation and advisory services to Laboratory Technologists, Laboratory Assistants and others. assists with implementing standardized policies and procedures; ensuring adherence to quality assurance programs and protocols; and evaluates, educates and teaches Medical Laboratory staff and others. Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Successful completion of a recognized diploma program in Medical Laboratory Technology. Successful completion of recognized competency assessment exam and registration in the relevant field(s) of practice in accordance with the Canadian Alliance of Medical Laboratory Professionals Regulators (CAMLPR) pathways, or certification with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS)

Successful completion of courses in Quality Control, Change Management and/or Quality System Essentials. Knowledge of integrated computerized clinical laboratory information systems, such as CERNER; knowledge of clinical laboratory best practice principles, procedures, protocols and equipment for designated medical discipline. Three (3) years recent, related experience in a senior capacity in a clinical laboratory. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Valid BC driver's license.

Skills And Abilities

Demonstrated ability to perform method development, evaluations and cost benefit analysesDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writingAbility to work independently, as part of a team, and to deal effectively with othersAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships, both internally and externallyAbility to teach, provide orientation, conduct presentationsDemonstrated knowledge of and ability to implement effective problem-solving processesAbility to operate related equipment, including a variety of computer software applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and VisioAbility to operate related equipmentAbility to secure facts through investigation, information gathering and documentationAbility to prepare concise and accurate written reports and document procedures and processes for manualsPhysical ability to perform the duties of the position