Medical Lab Technologist
Company
William Osler Health System
Medical Laboratory TechnologistEtobicoke, Toronto, ON, CanadaFull-timeProgram: LABORATORYSite: Etobicoke General HospitalDepartments: E. Lab Chemistry - 0571.410994097Job Category: LaboratoryContract Type: PermanentUnion Group: Non Union - Allied HealthSchedule: Days/Evenings/Nights (Teamsters, Non Union)Employment Type: Full TimeCompany DescriptionOne 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 patient-inspired health care without boundaries.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!
Duties
Job Description
Accountabilities:
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 calibration 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
Monitors temperature and expiry dates of blood and blood component products to ensure products are acceptable for transfusion; discards outdated or compromised products as required
Checks operating room list to ensure blood products are available for required surgeries
Issues blood and blood component products
Actively participates in the laboratory quality management system and process improvements
Performs other procedures and duties as assigned
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program or equivalent education (CSMLS)
Must be registered with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario in good standing
Minimum two years recent chemistry, hematology and transfusion medicine experience in a hospital laboratory setting is preferred, or must demonstrate successful completion of all relevant education/refresher courses 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 other Microsoft Office computer system
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)
Start Date
2024-05-28
Contact
Name
Chadelyn Aureus
Display Name
Chadelyn Aureus
Title
Sourcing Specialist
Address
2100 Bovaird Drive E
Telephone
289 233 2007
chadelyn.aureus@williamoslerhs.ca
Other Email
chadelyn.aureus@williamoslerhs.ca
Display Date
2024-05-14
Expiry Date
2024-08-31
