Cytotechnologist
Description
POSITION TITLE: | Medical Laboratory Technologist (Cytotechnologist) | |
INTERNAL CLOSING DATE: | Monday, January 20, 2025 | |
LOCATIONS: | King Edward100-830 King Edward Street | |
CLASSIFICATION: | Full-Time, Permanent | |
DEPARTMENT: | Cytology | |
COMPENSATION: | As per Collective Agreement | |
WORKING SCHEDULE: | Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm (37.5 hours per week)
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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:
- Process Cytology specimens
- Performs all routine procedures, such as specimen preparation, verify patient demographic, screening of cytology slides, maintenance of cytology equipment, set up of cytology procedures.
- Maintain accurate records for all test and control results.
- Performs routine equipment maintenance and calibrations.
- Maintains confidential and accuracy of appropriate documents.
- Required to observe all safety precautions in the performance of all duties.
- Other duties as required
SKILLED KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:
Knowledge
- Medical Laboratory Technologist registered in good standing with and CSMLS & CMLTM.
Technical Skills
- Knowledge of Quality Control documentation and procedures.
- Knowledge of cytology 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.
***Please refer to Article 2 and 7 of the Collective Agreement regarding temporary positions, job postings, promotions and transfers***