Medical Lab Technologist – LLS Blood Transfusion Lab

Company

London Health Sciences Centre

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is one of Canada’s largest acute care teaching hospitals and provides care for more than one million patients each year. Nothing is more important to us than our team of dedicated employees. LHSC focuses on creating and maintaining a workplace of choice, where our people are recognized and valued.

Location

London

Duties

LLS Blood Transfusion Lab

Applications are invited for a Medical Laboratory Technologist position in the Blood Transfusion Laboratory. Assignments include blood grouping, antibody screening, antibody identification, blood component preparation, bone marrow and stem cell harvests and storage, tissue banking, and some special projects. Staff may be assigned to University Hospital or Victoria Hospital as required.

Rate of Pay: $31.87 per hour - $42.71 per hour

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week

Requirements

Certification with C.S.M.L.S. or equivalent
Current registration or eligible as a Medical Laboratory Technologist with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario with authorization to practice relevant specialties in Laboratory Medicine
Recent experience in Blood Transfusion Medicine
Demonstrated knowledge of blood transfusion, tissue banking and haematology
Ability to work 24/7 shifts
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Demonstrated accuracy, organizational skills
Demonstrated interpersonal, communication and conflict resolution skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate, develop and maintain effective relationships within healthcare teams
Demonstrated computer proficiency with Automated Clinical Systems
Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC’s Mission, Vision and Values
Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Immunization Requirements:

Provide Immunization or proof of immunity reflective of Ontario Hospital Association (OHA) Guidelines. These include measles, mumps, rubella and varicella, and a tuberculosis skin test. Additional immunizations may be recommended.
Detailed information regarding health review requirements and immunization can be found at https://www.lhsc.on.ca/careers/health-review-requirements

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2+ persons. We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities and standards of goods and services, and are also fully compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), as applicable.

As part of the assessment process applicants may be required to complete a written examination or test. Please be advised that an internal reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.