Medical Laboratory Technologist

POSITION TITLE: Medical Laboratory Technologist

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE: Friday, December 27, 2024

LOCATIONS: King Edward, 100-830 King Edward Street

CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time Permanent

DEPARTMENT: Microbiology

COMPENSATION: As per Collective Agreement

WORKING SCHEDULE: Monday to Friday (9:00am to 5:00pm) / Tuesday to Saturday, Alternating (37.5 hours per week)

Job Summary: As a Medical Laboratory Technologist, you will be responsible for the performance and release of various laboratory tests following set processes and procedures, all in keeping with Dynacare’s mission and values.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs a variety of routine laboratory procedures to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Process Microbiology specimens.
2. Perform bench work according to daily schedule or as otherwise needed.
3. Follow SOP’s as per specific department manual for all procedures.
4. Ensure all equipment is operating and appropriate QC is performed.
5. Prepares chemical solutions as required.
6. Maintain accurate records for all test and control results.
7. Demonstrates procedures to newly hired Technologists, Technicians and other staff as necessary.
8. Performs routine equipment maintenance and calibrations.
9. Prepares QC statistical reports on a monthly basis.
10. Required to observe all safety precautions in the performance of all duties.
11. Maintains a tidy and clean work area.
12. Communicates with supervisor all significant changes in workload, and discusses problems, procedures and other responsibilities.
13. Maintains and places orders for consumables.
14. Informs Lab Manager or Section Supervisory Technologist of all complaints made by physicians or patients.
15. Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLED KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge:

1. Medical Laboratory Technologist registered in good standing with CSMLS & CMLTM.

Technical Skills:

1. Knowledge of Quality Control documentation and procedures.
2. Knowledge of microbiology specimen processing.
3. Experience in Microbiology required.

Social Processing Skills:

1. Ability to function in a fast-paced environment.
2. Excellent communication skills.
3. Attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.
4. Experience in word processing preferred.
5. Ability to instruct new employees in specimen processing specific to microbiology.
6. Ability to work independently and within a group environment.
7. Ability to multitask and work in a team environment.