Medical Laboratory Technologist
Description
POSITION TITLE: | MEDICAL LABORATORY Technologist | |
INTERNAL CLOSING DATE: | Monday, July 14, 2025 | |
LOCATIONS: | King Edward100-830 King Edward Street | |
CLASSIFICATION: | Part Time, Permanent | |
DEPARTMENT: | Chemistry | |
COMPENSATION: | As per Collective Agreement | |
WORKING SCHEDULE: | Saturday, 10:30 am to 6:00 pm, two weekends per month (7 hours per biweekly)
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Job Summary
As a General Duty 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:
- Responsible for ensuring sample identification and preparation for testing are correct before commencing tests. Performs scheduled tests and measurements using a variety of manual and automated procedures.
- Sets up and adjusts laboratory equipment, prepares standard and reagents. Monitors supplies and notifies Charge technologist of shortages.
- Ensures that Quality Control checks are run and reviewed when testing.
- Participates in all internal and external quality control programs.
- Performs routine maintenance of laboratory equipment.
- Maintains confidential and accuracy of appropriate documents.
- Other duties as required.
SKILLED KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge
- Medical Laboratory Technologist registered in good standing with and CSMLS & CMLTM.
- Experience working in Chemistry preferred
Technical Skills
- Knowledge of Quality Control documentation and procedures.
- Knowledge of Chemistry specimen processing.
Social Processing Skills
- Ability to multitask and work in a team environment.
- Attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.
- Ability to function in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently.
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience in word processing preferred.
- Ability to instruct new employees in specimen processing specific to Chemistry.
***Please refer to Article 2 and 7 of the Collective Agreement regarding temporary positions, job postings, promotions and transfers***