Laboratory Technologist

Homewood Health Centre•Guelph, ON

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Make a difference in a growing, innovative mental health organization and centre of excellence in people-centered care. Work with supportive colleagues who are passionate about improving lives and champions for quality and continuous learning. As a Medical Laboratory Technologist, you will be an integral part of a collaborative team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. If you are looking for a company that is constantly moving forward in pursuit of successful outcomes, get ready to love it here!

Requirements

3 years of Community College in Medical Laboratory Technology (minimum of biochemistry and hematology)
1-2 years’ experience in a hospital or private laboratory
Member in good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO)
Current knowledge of relevant lab testing, lab techniques, methods, procedures and analyzers
Intermediate computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Outlook
Solid understanding of, and commitment to, quality assurance and quality management
Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work with minimal supervision, prioritize workload and manage time effectively

Responsibilities

Perform tests without direct supervision, in accordance with the established procedures outlined in the laboratory procedure manuals
Communicate accurate results to the physician in charge or to the appropriate nursing staff, documenting verbal reports
Set-up, shut down and perform regular maintenance procedures as well as update the charts, trouble-shoot and repair analyzers
Perform urinalysis including microscopic examination of sediment
Conduct manual laboratory tests (e.g., pregnancy test, occult blood test)
Perform quality control on laboratory tests, review/evaluate results and resolve any issues before patient samples are analyzed and results reported
Ensure each specimen sent to the lab is properly labelled and follow up to provide coaching/training if necessary
Confirm that samples meet the requirements for specific tests
Perform venipunctures on patients and assist with venipuncture training
Prepare samples for testing (both on-site and referred out) and determine which samples are referred to an outside laboratory and which reference laboratory to use
Collect data for evaluation of new methodology
Maintain and file daily log charts, worksheet records and statistical records
Order supplies such as analyzer reagents, QC material and other consumables as needed
Maintain monthly statistical records on quality control, maintenance, test numbers
Supervise Lab Assistant students
Operate within the established standards of the Ontario Laboratory Accreditation (OLA)