Medical Lab Technologist | Pathology

Accountabilities:

Check for time stamp on all requisitions; ensure specimens are labeled according to protocol and match requisitions

Register patient information in computer as needed; accessioning specimens labels numbers specimens

Separate out fresh tissue and stat specimens following protocols; alert pathologist assistant

Make slides and cassettes ensuring numbers are correct and traceable to original

Clean wax molds and embedding stations after use; sweep up excess wax flakes

Maintenance of embedding stations routine stainers tissue processors cover slippers solvent recycler fridges freezers ovens and other equipment as assigned

Discard blocks slides requisitions and wet specimens according to retention directives and waste management protocols

Cover slip slides and arrange cases in folders

Prepare specimens for referral or consult

Organize blocks and slides for cytology

Deliver containers to operating room frozen section room as required

Appropriately disposes of hazardous wastes

Actively participates in the Laboratory quality management system and process improvements

Other histology duties as assigned

Qualifications :

Ontario secondary school diploma

Graduate of certified medical laboratory assistant/technician program

Must have current certification and registration with OSMT and/or CSMLS

Minimum two years experience working in a hospital pathology laboratory setting is preferred

Medical terminology preferred

Knowledge of Meditech Paradigm and Microsoft Office programs would be an asset

Comfortable dealing with surgical and autopsy specimens and the deceased

Excellent organization and communication skills

Proven ability to be a team player

Strong multi-tasking and problem solving skills

Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and maintain high level of productivity competence and professionalism

Must demonstrate Oslers Values of Respect Excellence Service Compassion Innovation and Collaboration

Excellent attendance punctuality and work record

May be required to travel between and work at all Osler sites

Additional Information :

Hours: Currently Days/Evenings/Nights including weekends and statutory holidays (subject to change in accordance with operational requirements)

SALARY:

Minimum: $31.13 per hour

Maximum: $37.05 per hour

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time