Laboratory Technologist I
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- Laboratory
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- LAB00016080 Requisition #
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- May 02, 2024 Post Date
Your Opportunity:
The Wetaskiwin Hospital and Care Centre is located in the city of Wetaskiwin, 70 km south of Edmonton. The Wetaskiwin Hospital and Care Centre provides services to the residents of the city of Wetaskiwin, Wetaskiwin County and the four Bands of Maskwacis. The population catchment area is approximately 35,000. The hospital has 70 acute care beds, 107 long term care beds and is the only collection site for community patients. Our site provides a busy and dynamic work environment for those who enjoy challenging their skills as a Medical Laboratory Technologist I. This is a working level position utilizing technical skills and judgment performing a diverse range of diagnostic procedures within the scope of practice of an MLT I in Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion Medicine, and Specimen Procurement. The position includes days, evenings, nights and weekends.
Description:
As a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) I, you will be responsible for the daily processing, testing, results analysis and reporting of diagnostic samples within the laboratory department. You will perform a variety of routine and specialized procedures in the processing of specimens used in diagnosis, treatment and research.
- Classification: Laboratory Technologist I
- Union: HSAA FAC PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: Laboratory
- Primary Location: Wetaskiwin Hospital & Care Ctr
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.00
- Posting End Date: 31-MAY-2024
- Employee Class: Casual/Relief
- Date Available: 10-JUN-2024
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
- Shifts per cycle: Varies
- Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
- Days Off: Other
- Minimum Salary: $35.45
- Maximum Salary: $46.69
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) program. Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Alberta (CMLTA).
Additional Required Qualifications:Active or eligible for registration and practice permit with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Alberta (CMLTA). Evidence of CSMLS certification may be required. Recent, relevant experience in Biochemistry, Hematology, Coagulation and Transfusion Medicine required. Recent experience in urinalysis including macroscopic and microscopic analysis. Recent experience in procurement duties including phlebotomy and ECG procedures required. Proven interpersonal, oral, and written communications skills in English are required. Excellent public relations and a service-oriented manner are essential. Must be able to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with patients/clients, families, staff, inter-disciplinary team members and personnel from other departments in a fast-paced changing environment. Proven analytic and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, logical/methodical work habits, and demonstrated ability to work independently are required. Ability to work under pressure and in emergency situations, prioritize workload, and adapt to stressful situations are essential. Candidate must be well organized, flexible and demonstrate initiative to take on extra projects as required within the lab environment.
Preferred Qualifications:Minimum 2 years experience in a core lab. Connect Care, WellSky and unity real time experience an asset. Experience with Vitros XT 3400, DXH 600, ACL TOPS, Mini Vidas, I-Stat, Clinitek Advantus, Triage Meter, Gel IAT transfusion medicine, ECG’S and Muse Experience in both venipuncture and micro puncture
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.
