Medical Laboratory Technologist - Temporary Part-Time

Under the direction of the Laboratory Manager, this position is responsible for:

• Participate in specimen reception, accessioning and preparation for diagnostic testing.
• Perform routine and specialized testing in Transfusion Medicine, Hematology, and Chemistry
• Conduct specimen analysis, validation, and result reporting in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures
• Perform blood grouping, antibody screening, compatibility testing, and component preparation following transfusion medicine standards
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory analyzers and equipment
• Ensure compliance with Accreditation Canada Diagnostics, regulatory, and safety standards
• Participate in quality control, quality assurance, and continuous quality improvement activities
• Collaborate with laboratory colleagues, nurses, and physicians to support timely patient care
• Adhere to infection prevention and control (IPAC), occupational health, and safety practices
• Support training and competency assessment of new staff and students as required
• Participates in service and hospital-wide activities and programs that model and promote a safe and healthy staff and client-centered environment and that contributes to quality improvement and risk management initiatives.

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Laboratory Science training program or equivalent CSMLS prior learning assessment program
• Certification with Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (or eligibility)

• Registration in good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists Ontario (CMLTO)
• Clinical experience in a medical laboratory preferably in a hospital setting with either a minimum 2 years’ experience or having completed your clinical placement within the last five years preferred

• Demonstrated evidence of maintaining clinical competence through continuing education and practical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated competence using statistical analysis and computer applications
• Demonstrates knowledge of a quality management system and the Accreditation Canada Diagnostics (ACD)requirements
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure productively
• Ability to work harmoniously in a team environment and independently
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates ability to organize and plan effectively. Attention to detail.   
• Good attendance and availability required
• Flexibility to work days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays on a rotating basis