Senior Medical Laboratory Technologist

Job Description

Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the core lab (Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion Medicine and Point of Care Testing) and oversees staff working in that area

Collaborates with Technical Charge Technologist overseeing Georgetown and Milton

Participation in bench work required

All duties associated with daily workload and the results of tests performed on patient specimens

Provides strong Technical support, consultation, and interpretation in all aspects of departmental testing

Ensure changes to processes and/or methods are communicated to staff

Coordinates troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of equipment

Investigation, development, recommendation, installation and training associated with new methods and new technology

Assists in the follow-up of non-conformities as required

Development, updating and reviewing of the technical manuals

Responsible for inventory control and management of supplies as it pertains to all areas of the laboratory

Monitors procedures and consults with the OTMH and GH site to ensure consistency across all sites

Strong knowledge of accreditation requirements and other legislative standards

Participates actively in continuing education and applies knowledge where applicable

Maintains adequate knowledge of equipment and reporting

Must have skills to perform tests in other areas of the Core Lab

Preparation of statistics as they relate to the discipline specific areas

Responsible for the reporting of accurate and precise results and maintains established Quality Control Programs Must be capable of taking independent action to correct results that are not in control

Participation in regional working groups as required

Reports all issues and process gaps to Charge Technologist and Laboratory Manager and participates in corrective action implementation

Maintains current knowledge of professional standards, legislation, accreditation requirements and established health and safety guidelines.

Other duties as required by the Laboratory Manager, Technical Department Head and the Pathologists

Qualifications

Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.

• Member in good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario

• Recent and strong technical experience of minimum 5 years in a core lab environment

• Experience with routine core lab automated instrumentation and troubleshooting

• Demonstrated knowledge of Laboratory Quality Management Systems, Quality Assurance procedures and Quality Control

• Experience in leading quality improvement initiatives with sustainable results

• Solution oriented with ability to collaborate with laboratory management team and internal stakeholders

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as a collaborative member of a team

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English

• Must be physically able to do the job

• Satisfactory employment and attendance record

The ideal candidate is strong in a patient centered care in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and should be ready to drive change and innovation. We require a person with good communication skills with a clear patient focus with the ability to manage execution and to foster teamwork and cooperation.

Additional Information

Hours: Day shifts including weekends and/or evenings (Will be required to work nights based on operational needs)

Salary: $42.25 to $53.28

Date Posted: May 5, 2026

Internal application deadline: May 12, 2026

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