Medical Laboratory Technologist - Chemistry & Hematology

Skills

Job Specifications

Company Description

One of Canada's Best Diversity Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employers for many consecutive years, William Osler Health System (Osler) provides a safe and supportive health care network to grow your career. Osler is nationally recognized for its commitment to patient safety and is Accredited with Exemplary Standing, the highest rating a Canadian hospital can receive. As a major Ontario hospital system, and home to some of the biggest specialty and emergency departments in the country, Osler serves the 1.3 million residents of Brampton, Etobicoke and surrounding communities. We are proud to offer you incredible exposure to best-in-class health care delivery and challenging hands-on opportunities to stay at the top of your game.

A hospital system built for and by the community, we continue to expand our services to meet the needs of a growing population, creating opportunities for increased hands-on skills development, cross-department training and promotional opportunities. Guided by our accomplished senior leadership team, together we are driving our vision of world-class health care inspired by our people and communities.

At Osler, we invest in careers that go beyond where health care professionals like you can achieve their goals and find deep personal and professional fulfillment. Join our team today!

Accountabilities

Job Description

Checks unverified laboratory results for accuracy prior to verification; investigates unexpected abnormal and/or spurious results according to laboratory policies, processes and/or procedures
Performs operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory analyzers and equipment
Monitors quality control results and responds appropriately to discordant results
Ensures specimen collection, integrity, transport and storage is appropriate for sample processing and analysis
Refers discordant findings to appropriate personnel for further follow-up
Assists at bone marrow collections; check specimen for acceptability; processes in-house and send-out test requests
Actively participates in the laboratory quality management system and process improvements
Performs other procedures and duties as assigned

Qualifications

Medical laboratory technologist with CSMLS certification
Current registration with CMLTO in good standing
Minimum two years recent chemistry experience in a hospital laboratory setting, or must demonstrate successful completion of all relevant education within the past two years
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and maintain high level of productivity, competence and professionalism
Able to evaluate and analyze information to facilitate continuous improvement of the laboratory process in the interest of quality patient care
Strong multi-tasking, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Proven ability to be a team player; strong interpersonal skills
Knowledge of Meditech, Paradigm and Microsoft Office an asset
Must demonstrate Osler's Values of Respect, Excellence, Service, Compassion, Innovation and Collaboration
Excellent attendance, punctuality and work ethic
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: $36.85 per hour

Maximum: $50.27 per hour

Please note this non-union position will become part of the OPSEU bargaining unit.

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Osler values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at human.resources@williamoslerhs.ca.

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment recruitment purposes only, and not for any other purpose.

About the Company

William Osler Health System (Osler) is a hospital system which includes Brampton Civic Hospital, Peel Memorial Centre for Integrated Health and Wellness and Etobicoke General Hospital, and serves 1.3 million residents of Brampton, Etobicoke and surrounding communities within the Central West region. Nationally recognized for its commitment to patient safety, Osler is also Accredited with Exemplary Standing, the highest rating a Canadian hospital can receive from Accreditation Canada. Osler has three unique sites, each provid... Know more