Medical Lab Technologist (MLT) Laboratory Medicine, FTT ( J0524-0343)

IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care.

At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation.

North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community.

As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to strengthen and promote health protection to patients, staff and members of the public attending in the hospital, prior to the first day of employment with the Hospital, all successful candidates are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination (full vaccination is required) from the Ontario Ministry of Health website or other authorized source.

An individual is fully vaccinated if they have provided proof of vaccination in the form of a receipt from COVaxON (the Ministry’s provincial system for COVID-19 vaccination information) and 14 days have elapsed from the final dose.

In the event that you are unable to be vaccinated as a result of a ground protected under the Human Rights Code, you may submit a written explanation of the ground and any supporting documentation to determine if you are exempt from this requirement.

Position Summary

Medical Laboratory Technologist, Histopathology :

Your goal in this position is to perform laboratory tests and procedures in accordance with departmental and divisional policies.

You will perform laboratory procedures with accuracy and precision. You will perform preventive maintenance of equipment.

You have the ability to recognize problems and take appropriate action. You are computer proficient, have superior communication and interpersonal skills, effortlessly connecting with physicians, staff, patients, and families, and display a high degree of professionalism.

You demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure and maintain high level of productivity and competence.

You will provide excellent patient and family-driven care in a supportive and culturally sensitive manner. This position contributes to the shared responsibility of ensuring health and safety policies are followed to provide for a healthy environment for patients, staff, physicians, volunteers and families.

On a practical level, you will

• Perform routine and specialized lab procedures
• Participate in quality control and quality improvement programs
• Identify problems and take appropriate corrective action
• Use LIS to record and report information

Qualifications

• CMLTO registered
• CSMLS certified
• Experience with immunohistochemistry and FISH is an asset
• Experience in histology lab at Hospital setting an asset
• Bilingualism in French / English an asset

What We Offer

Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals.

This is a Full Time Temporary position, with 8 hour shifts, days shifts, in Histopathology. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package that includes benefits, pension, and vacation.

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FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY : As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.