RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the immediate supervisor, performs technical duties related to the preparation of cytological specimens.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Sets up and operates laboratory equipment in preparation for specimen examinations.
• Operates, separates, numbers and arranges specimens for laboratory examination.
• Maintain simple laboratory records and inventory for supplies and reagents.
• Performs scheduled tests and measurements using a variety of manual and automated processes.
• 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.
• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of appropriate documents.
• Follows all guidelines for handling of infectious materials.
• Maintains accurate records for all test and control results.
• Assists with the filing of cytology and histology slides
• Required to observe all safety precautions in the performance of all duties.
• Other duties as required.

SKILLED KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge

• Graduate of a Laboratory Technician program or equivalent previous experience.
• Medical terminology an asset.

Technical Skills

• Experience operating and maintaining laboratory equipment.

Social Processing Skills

•        Ability to function in a fast-paced environment.
•        Excellent communication skills

•        Attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.
•        Experience in work processing preferred.
•        Ability to instruct new employees in specimen processing specific to cytology.
•        Ability to work independently with in a group environment.
•        Ability to multi-task and work within a team environment.

***Please refer to Article 2 and 7 of the Collective Agreement regarding temporary positions, job postings, promotions and transfers***