Medical Laboratory Technologist, Biochemistry - (12795)

Medical Laboratory Technologist, Biochemistry - (12795)

Job Type: Temporary Full Time

Organizational Department: Sinai Health -> Mount Sinai Hospital -> Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Core Chemistry

Employee Group: OPSEU

Location: Mount Sinai Hospital Campus - Toronto, ON M5G 1X5 CA (Primary)

Travel Requirement: Hours (subject to change): 37.5 hours per week; participates in rotation schedule for off hour shifts as per operational requirements. Additional hours may be required.

Salary Scale:

This is a temporary full-time position up to approximately twelve (12) months

The Medical Laboratory Technologist must have a comprehensive working knowledge of the theory, methodologies and procedures in Clinical Biochemistry to perform analytical testing with accuracy and precision; must demonstrate competency and accountability in decisions and actions.

In this role you will:

• Perform procedures related to analytical testing of patient samples according to established policies and procedures either manually or on automated equipment.
• Be accountable for all results and procedures performed.
• Exhibit good time management, multitask, monitor and prioritize workload in response to demands of urgent and STAT testing.
• Communicate effectively all critical results to ordering physicians or units.
• Perform internal and external quality control procedures, calibrations, linearity and other quality assurance procedures; perform basic troubleshooting when these procedures fail acceptable limits; report unresolved problems and seek guidance from Senior or Charge Technologist as needed.
• Perform the required routine preventative maintenance on equipment (daily, weekly, monthly), and documentation according to the established protocol.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of equipment and instruments; record per protocol and report these equipment malfunctions to the designated technical staff.
• Communicate any testing downtimes to units and advise on expected time of resumed testing.
• Use of independent and professional judgement and knowledge to respond to enquiries.
• Assist in inventory control of reagents and supplies; prompt notification of any depleted inventory.
• Receive, accession and process specimens in accordance with established SOPs.
• Knowledgeable of laboratory safety practices and observe these safe procedures at all times.
• Assist in training new staff or medical technology students as requested.
• Ability to work independently in a team environment to achieve optimum laboratory operations.
• Rotates through relevant areas and workstations and shifts; may work unsupervised in off hour shifts, subject to evaluation of knowledge and competency.
• Learn new procedures as required and perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Mandatory:

• Current general class registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO).
• Recent experience in Biochemistry.

Skills and Knowledge:

• Demonstrated problem recognition and problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Follow the CMLTO code of professional conduct.
• Demonstrated satisfactory work performance and attendance record.
• In accordance with accreditation standards, employment is conditional upon applicants demonstrating proof of visual colour discrimination ability pertinent to the essential duties of the job.

If this sounds like you and you feel ready to build your career within pathology and laboratory medicine, apply now and let us know why you’d be a great addition to our team.

Open Date: 2/20/2025

Posting Deadline: 3/21/2025

All applications must be submitted by no later than 4:00pm of the posting deadline date.

Employment at Sinai Health is conditional upon the verification of credentials, completion of a health review, and demonstrating proof of immunity and vaccination status of vaccine-preventable diseases. All employees and affiliates will follow safe work practices and comply with health and safety policies, procedures and training.

As an equal opportunity employer who understands that diversity enriches our community and culture, we invite applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, disabled people/people with disabilities, women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require accommodation(s) due to disability at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact 416-586-4800 ext. 7050, or email TalentAcquisitionAccommodation.msh@sinaihealth.ca.