Combined Laboratory / X-Ray Technologist I
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- Radiology/Imaging
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- LAB00015088 Requisition #
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- Apr 18, 2024 Post Date
Your Opportunity:
This position may be filled by a qualified Medical Laboratory Technologist I (MLT I) or alternatively, a Combined Laboratory X Ray Technologist I (CLXT I). The MLT I OR CLXT I is responsible to perform site specific manual and automated approved laboratory procedures, and related duties, following established standards and practices defined by the CMLTA (College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Alberta), OR the ACCLXT (Alberta College of Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technologists). If the successful candidate is a CLXT, they must be enrolled in or have completed the Transfusion Medicine courses offered through NAIT or equivalent. St. Paul is strategically located in the center of the Lakeland which boasts of many lakes and lots of recreational opportunities. It is about 209 kilometers from Edmonton and has a population of 6,000 in town and another 6,500 in the county. St. Paul is a major trading center for the surrounding area which consists of rich agricultural land and oil and gas industries. Although St Paul is a small town, the laboratory is busy department and a great site to gain valuable experience working with diverse populations and age groups. St Paul offers something for everyone - swimming pool, bowling, gyms, many different schools, dance programs, walking trails, archery, 4H, Spray Park and a Skate Park. The people who call St. Paul home say it’s "A People Kind of Place!" St Therese Healthcare Centre Laboratory is a busy department, offering an excellent opportunity to develop and grow your skills in the Chemistry, Hematology, and Transfusion Medicine departments. Relocation assistance may be available with a Return to Service Agreement.
Description:
As a Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technologist I, you will perform procedures in both the laboratory and in diagnostic imaging, typically in rural sites. You will work as a member of the inter-professional team and be responsible for collecting and analyzing biological specimens, conducting X-ray examinations, ECGs and reporting results. Your responsibilities include preparing patients, venipuncture and micropuncture, routine equipment maintenance, maintaining supplies and performing quality control procedures as required.
- Classification: Combined Lab/X-Ray Tech I
- Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: Laboratory
- Primary Location: St. Paul Health Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.80
- Posting End Date: 17-MAY-2024
- Employee Class: Regular Part Time
- Date Available: 27-MAY-2024
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 8
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $33.98
- Maximum Salary: $44.75
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Completion of diploma from an accredited program in Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technology (CLXT). Active or eligible for registration with the Alberta College of Combined Laboratory and X-ray Technologists (ACCLXT).
Additional Required Qualifications:This is a Laboratory only position, Diagnostic Imaging is not included. Working within a team environment, good interpersonal skills, core lab experience within the last 3 years, effective time management and the ability to set priorities are necessary. Excellent communication skills both written and oral are required. Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be adaptable and flexible within an environment of change and interruptions. Must be able to represent Laboratory Medicine in a respectful, professional and courteous manner.
Preferred Qualifications:Experience performing phlebotomy and working with Ortho Chemistry analyzer, ACL Elite pro, XNL-550, ID-MTS Gel, Clinitek Advantus and Meditech LIS. St Paul will implement EPIC LIS in Launch 7 (Nov 2023).
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with APL.
