Medical Laboratory Technologist FT 2026-6728

Cambridge Memorial Hospital•Cambridge, ON

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a hospital where everyone makes a difference! Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) is a thriving community hospital that proudly provides acute care services including: Emergency, Surgery, Medicine, Women’s and Children’s Health, Intensive Care, Mental Health, and Inpatient Rehabilitation. Our vision is to creating healthier communities together. Our dedicated and skilled staff are passionate about providing outstanding patient-centred care, and an exceptional patient experience to residents of the Waterloo Region and beyond.

Requirements

Current registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO) required
Recent experience in Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion Medicine
Evidence of continuing education related to the profession is required
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
Team player
Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis is required
Subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Cambridge Memorial Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.
The successful external applicant is required to provide the applicable criminal record check, as requested by Human Resources, in accordance with federal and provincial legislation. Valid criminal record checks are in original format and dated with two months from date of conditional offer from CMH.

Nice To Haves

Meditech laboratory experience preferred

Responsibilities

Performs and is responsible for a variety of laboratory tests and procedures and acts in accordance with the mission, vision, values and goals of the Laboratory and those of the Hospital.
Performs a variety of laboratory procedures, many of which are complex, involve a number of steps and techniques, and require use of professional judgement
Perform QC/EQA of procedures and instruments
Ensure the instruments are in good working order and work areas are organized, tidy and clean
Troubleshoot instruments, procedures, and anomalous test results
Provide instrument-specific technical support when trained as key operator
Assist in the training and orientation of staff/students
Monitor and maintain inventory & supplies
Prepare up-to-date procedure manuals under the direction of the Lab Director
Assist in instrument and method evaluation
Actively participate in the resolution of intra- and inter-departmental issues when required
Actively participate in ongoing TQM/CQI initiatives
Support and help maintain the laboratory Quality Management System
Compliance with requirements of ACD (IQMH), MOHLTC, etc.
Compliance with lab policies and procedures (follow SOPs, safety guidelines etc.), and hospital policies and procedures
Compliance with CME requirements (e.g. CMLTO requirements)
Maintain competence and effectively enhance his or her knowledge, skill and application of relevant medical laboratory procedures
Other duties as assigned