Senior Medical Laboratory Technologist - Histology (Full-time Permanent)

Kenora, ON

Description

Performs histology procedures (embedding, sectioning, staining) to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease; Performs limited tissue grossing following training with UHN Pathology Department, reviews and collates quality control activities; ensures various laboratory equipment is functioning properly.

If this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you and you meet most of the essential qualifications we are looking for, we encourage you to apply and provide us more details about why you think you would be a great fit. LWDH is dedicated to ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities to enhance skillsets and working experience.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

• 3 weeks paid vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Desjardin Group Life Insurance coverage that includes life insurance, and short/long-term disability coverage
• Green Shield Canada extended health benefits for single and family including dental services, prescription, health services, vision, hospital accommodation, etc.
• Relocation and accommodation packages and support
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more!

Qualifications

Performs the following duties/responsibilities including but not limited to:

• Receives and prepares all laboratory specimens submitted for laboratory testing. Prepares accurate documentation of specimens and result
• Performs all requested laboratory test procedures as written in laboratory procedure manuals
• Trouble-shoots equipment and/or procedure difficulties and accesses service personnel as require
• Reviews equipment and procedure status with Laboratory Manager on a regular basis
• Reports test results to physicians or their delegates in an accurate and timely form. Expected to provide assistance to technologists on checking questionable results when needed
• Participates in the duty roster as posted. Shifts may include days, evenings, weekends and nights
• Responsible for maintaining Quality Control program in their respective department including monitoring and documentation on a weekly basis. Is expected to implement and document appropriate corrective action and report same to Laboratory Manager and to the Laboratory Director
• Ensures daily statistics are maintained and submits month end statistics to Laboratory Manager
• Monitors and reviews inventory levels and informs Laboratory Manager of ordering needs
• Ensures equipment maintenance is completed as required and maintains records
• Ensures the training of new personnel is completed according to laboratory procedures
• Oversees external Quality Control and Quality Assurance programs relating to their department. Responsible for: test completion; results compilation; report completion; review with Laboratory Manager prior to results submission; reviews results upon receipt works together with Laboratory Manager to implement corrective action as required
• Evaluates new methods including initial research, start-up data, procedure manual preparation and training of staff
• Responsible for ensuring procedure manual(s) are current and for notification of needed changes to Laboratory Manager
• Responsible for efficient organization of workflow in their department
• May be required to assume some management duties in the absence of the Laboratory Manager
• Accountable to integrate the principles of patient safety and risk management into daily work roles and responsibilities
• All other duties related to laboratory technology as required

Please apply through the online application process via https://lwdh.talentpoolbuilder.com/

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. First consideration will be given to current internal employees of LWDH.

Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application.

For more information or to request an accommodation please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393