Medical Laboratory Technologist- Donor Testing

About the role

Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary full-time Medical Laboratory Technologist- Donor Testing to join our dynamic Testing team in Brampton, ON.

The Testing team is responsible for supporting Canadian Blood Services by performing routine testing, as well as other relevant lab duties. In this role, you will be responsible for accessioning, testing, interpreting and reporting all results, management of blood and blood component inventory and post-production component processing and preparation of reagents and equipment for daily use. You will perform these duties in accordance with all Canadian Blood Services Operating Procedures and manufacturer’s instructions.

Formula for success

• Drawing on your knowledge or experience in a laboratory, you will perform routine maintenance and verification of laboratory equipment in accordance with approved work instructions to meet regulatory requirements.
• Leveraging your excellent customer service skills, you will assist internal and external customers.
• Applying your attention to detail and commitment to quality, you will perform and record all testing related quality control/assurance activities.
• Drawing on your technical expertise and dedication to professional growth, you will maintain technical competency and promote continuous learning.
• Utilizing your superior interpersonal and communication skills you will participate in ongoing quality improvement activities.

Desired education and skills

• Graduate of an approved Medical Laboratory Technology training program with attained certification or eligibility for certification by the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) is required.
• Current registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO) is required, or eligible to obtain registration.
• A minimum of one year experience in a Transfusion Medicine and Molecular related laboratory is preferred.
• General knowledge of hospital and various laboratory policies and procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to develop and maintain professional working relationships with departmental staff, management, volunteers, customers, and the general public.
• Competency in the use of Laboratory software, computers within a Windows operating system using Microsoft Word, Excel, and e-mail software.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Displays telephone etiquette and maintains high professional standards.
• Demonstrates good listening skills.
• Ability to follow instructions, document work and assume responsibility for own work.

What we offer you

• Payment in lieu of vacation.
• Payment in lieu of benefits.
• Premiums paid according to the collective agreement.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.

What you can expect

• Shift/hours - Monday to Friday day shift (7 AM to 3 PM) or evening shift (12 PM- 8 PM) with occasional weekends as needed.