Department: Laboratory
Join our laboratory team and contribute to quality patient care through the performance, analysis, and reporting of diagnostic testing in Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion Medicine, as well as limited STAT Microbiology testing during off-hours. Responsibilities include specimen collection, processing, testing, result interpretation and reporting, quality control, equipment maintenance, and adherence to established laboratory procedures and safety standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
Certification/Experience/Knowledge:
- Current registration in good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO), with authorization to practice in the specialties of Biochemistry, Hematology, Transfusion Science, and Microbiology
- New graduates who have successfully completed an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program and are awaiting certification examination and/or CMLTO registration are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates may be hired in a non-registered capacity and will transition to Medical Laboratory Technologist status upon obtaining CMLTO registration
- Recent relevant laboratory experience within the last three (3) years
- Demonstrated competency in Chemistry, Hematology, and Transfusion Science, with the ability to perform limited STAT Microbiology testing during off-hours
- Knowledge of Meditech Laboratory Information System preferred
Skills/Abilities:
- Effective time management and strong organizational skills required
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with all members of the health team required
- Ability to work in a fast-paced high stress environment
- Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with a variety of client groups to ensure patient focused care delivery
- Ability to be innovative combined with a willingness to learn new tasks required
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development and continuous quality improvement
- Good attendance and work record required
- Must demonstrate a commitment to ensure your safety, the of fellow workers, patients, volunteers and visitors
- Effective time management and strong organizational skills required
- Must support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events in this organization
- Bilingualism (Advanced level English/French) is required. All unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply and may be considered if the identified French requirement has been met or there are no successful bilingual candidates. A formal French test will be conducted to evaluate the proficiency level.
Pay rate, benefits and other terms and conditions are as per the OPSEU 662 Collective Agreement
North Bay Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.
All new hires are required to complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC) or a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC), as applicable to the position. A satisfactory result, in accordance with organizational requirements, is a condition of employment.
NORTH BAY REGIONAL HEALTH CENTRE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
