Medical Lab Technologist - Precision Diagnostics & Teaching

Our Medical Lab Technologists provide accurate and timely interpretive and diagnostic specimen testing and reporting. Through accuracy, quality, efficiency and expediting test results, you will contribute to patient well-being and the achievement of better health outcomes. LifeLabs facilities are also known as teaching laboratories and offer opportunities to share knowledge in a collaborative environment. You will have 24-hour medical support through our Medical Science team and Medical Library, and the ability to teach our college and university student placements.

Status: Permanent, Part Time (0 - 20 hrs per week)

Shift: Day Shift, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm; Mostly for days but sometimes for weekends and evenings depending on candidate's availability.

Discipline: Special Hematology
Number of positions: 1
Start Date: ASAP
Union: This is part of the OPSEU LAB collective agreement. This vacancy is for an existing position.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting a wide range of diagnostic and interpretive specimen testing.
• Prepare and process samples, ensuring accurate labeling and documentation.
• Performing, interpreting and releasing results, while ensuring the confidentiality of patient information.
• Identifying incidents and non-conformities, participating in the development of effective corrective action plans, escalating as appropriate and driving continuous improvement.
• Assisting with the evaluation and implementation of new technology.
• Participating in problem solving in work organization and workflow.
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and quality assurance standards.

What you will bring to the role:

• College diploma or University degree in Medical Laboratory Science, or equivalent education and/or experience.
• CMLTO registered and in good standing.
• Excellent communication skills to enable you to relate with a wide variety of people.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment while adhering to LifeLabs standards of safety, accuracy and efficiency.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail who demonstrates curiosity.
• Ability to distinguish multiple colors.
• Strong computer skills in MS Office products, as well as laboratory analyzers.
• Problem solving skills, including the ability to identify and follow-up on issues.
• Ability to maintain the strictest standards of safety, patient privacy and confidentiality.

Technical Elements (Preferred):

• Knowledge of basic flow cytometry principles, specimen preparation, and analysis.
• Experience in immunohematology and transfusion medicine testing is an asset.
• Collaborate effectively with laboratory staff, pathologists, and healthcare professionals to support patient care.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with laboratory information systems (LIS), Microsoft Office applications, and data management software.

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