Medical Laboratory Technologist, Newborn Screening Prenatal Biochemistry

Job Summary

The Medical Laboratory Technologist 2, Newborn Screening/Prenatal Biochemistry performs technical work involved in biochemistry testing and screening procedures utilizing various automated equipment and software such as Tandem Mass Spectrometer, Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer (ICPMS), and High Pressure Liquid Chromatography for the majority of time. As well, the Medical Laboratory Technologist evaluates and verifies results and prepares related reports.

Duties/Accountabilities

1. Participates in day-to-day work activities by performing manual and automated procedures in assigned work area including performing additional testing functions utilizing various equipment and software such as Tandem Mass Spectrometer, ICPMS, and High Pressure Liquid Chromatography. Notifies the supervisor of any malfunctions, abnormal results, and other irregularities. Evaluates and verifies results and takes follow-up action on any unexpected results according to established procedures. Enters analytical data into the Laboratory Information Systems.
2. Responds to requests and inquiries for tests. Seeks direction as required from the Supervisor, Assistant Head Technologist, or Head Technologist as appropriate.
3. Performs all related functions required for the production of final reports such as preparing, testing, and assessing quality control results prior to the release of clinical results, troubleshoots sample adequacy, and prepares dilutions as required according to established procedures.
4. Sets up, calibrates, and operates laboratory equipment. Performs and documents maintenance of laboratory equipment as scheduled. Recognizes and reports malfunctions in equipment.
5. Participates in quality assurance programs through methods such as gathering data on turnaround times (TAT) for test procedures, and monitoring performance and quality indicators. Reports occurrences according to policy and procedures.
6. Provides input in the development and maintenance of policy and procedures for assigned work area and makes recommendations for changes.
7. Assists with information management, such as workload statistics, through methods such as gathering information, completing analysis, and recording information.
8. Demonstrates laboratory procedures to students and technologists.
9. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience

1. Certification with the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS).
2. Graduation from a recognized program in Medical Laboratory Technology, plus two (2) years recent, related experience utilizing Tandem Mass Spectrometer, ICPMS, and High Pressure Liquid Chromatography equipment or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Skills And Abilities

Demonstrates interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrates attention to detail and organizational skills. Demonstrates ability to be self-motivated, manage time, and work independently. Demonstrates ability to operate related equipment and use related software. Demonstrates physical ability to perform the job. Knowledge of and technical competence to perform tests used in the assigned section of the laboratory. Knowledge of computerized laboratory information systems.