Senior Medical Laboratory Technologist - Repost

Position Overview

Under the direction of the Charge Technologist or Designate, the Senior Medical Laboratory Technologist is responsible for supervising and giving technical assistance to a section within the lab. The Senior Technologist may also be responsible for one or more of the following programs; Research and Development, Teaching, Quality Control and/or Safety. The incumbent will maintain a safe environment in accordance with professional and provincial guidelines and ensure compliance with quality assurance programs and maintain standards put forth by Accreditation. Functions are conducted in accordance with the Mission and Values of Shared Health Diagnostic Services, current policies, procedures and applicable legislation.

Experience

• Minimum three years recent related work experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience an asset.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Graduate of an approved Medical Laboratory Technology program.
• Successful completion of the CMLTM Prior Learning Assessment process for a discipline specialty, as deemed by the Employer may also be considered.
• Advanced academic achievement (e.g., A.R.T. or B.Sc.) preferred.
• Relevant courses or seminars preferred.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current registration or eligible for registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Manitoba (CMLTM) required.
• Current membership with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) considered an asset.

Qualifications and Skills

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both written and oral.
• Windows computer environment required.
• Microsoft Office programs required.
• Workplace Health and Safety Program or training preferred.
• Apply technical knowledge to interpretation of results, troubleshooting, and assessing of methods.
• Organize and prioritize bench duties with duties associated with the Senior Technologist position.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Follow oral and written instructions precisely with attention to detail.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a team member.
• Proficient analytical skills.
• Work under pressure.
• Maintains confidentiality with all information entrusted to the position.
• Fluent language skills (written and oral) in both French and English may be required.
• Ability to perform duties as described.

Physical Requirements

• Working shifts, weekends, and holidays may be required.
• Participating in standby and callback duty may be required.
• Rotate through various workstations as required.
• Exposure to all hazards and dangers incumbent in working in a laboratory.
• For more definitive information, refer to the Job Hazard Analysis Assessment of this position within the specific laboratory.
  

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