Medical Laboratory Technologist

Medical Laboratory Technologist

Competition #: 5804

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Technologist

Department: Genomics

Status: Permanent

Work Type: Full-time

Affiliation: ONA Paramedical

Shift Assignment: As assigned

Bilingualism Required: No

Police Check Requirement: N/A

Site: RLHC-ONA Paramedical

Salary Information: $35.77-$47.94

Application Closing Date: Posted until filled

Education and Training

• Graduate of a recognized Cytogenetic/ Molecular specific program.
• Current professional registration and licensure with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario.
• Current WHMIS certification and Mask Fit. Ministry of Labour ‘Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps” training certificate is required.

Experience

• Recent and relevant experience in clinical genomic testing is required.
• Experience with the following techniques (e.g. nucleic acid extraction and handling, PCR (end point, real-time, digital), capillary electrophoresis for fragment length analysis, high-throughput sequencing (aka next generation sequencing) is required.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Ability

• Excellent clinical laboratory technical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to perform components of Genomics testing to include extractions of RNA/DNA, Polymerase Chain Reactions (PCR), harvest of blood and bone marrow, FISH slides and other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize, troubleshoot and communicate equipment/reagent related malfunctions and initiate appropriate remedial action.
• Demonstrated computer skills and competencies associated with data analysis programs and laboratory information systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Clinical Laboratory Quality Assurance Programs and proficiency testing requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to follow established policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety of customers, coworkers and self.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to new technologies and processes.

Personal Suitability

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the proven ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians and other health care professionals.
• Ability to participate in continuing education opportunities.
• Demonstrated positive work record and good attendance record.

Selection Process

Candidates will be selected for this position on the basis of their skill, ability, experience and qualifications as identified in the resume and completed Application Form submitted. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview where required.

HSN THANKS ALL APPLICANTS.
ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME.

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