Medical Laboratory Technologist

Position: Medical Laboratory Technologist 1 - Chemistry FTE: Full-Time Permanent. 75.0 hours bi-weekly / Rotating shifts, days, evenings, nights, weekends Department: Health PEI Location: PEI, Charlottetown Salary: $31.35- $38.49 Per Hour Start Date/Term Length : Commencing Immediatley About The Job The Medical Laboratory Technologist I assists with the diagnosis and treatment of patients by performing a variety of standard examinations and procedures in chemistry; responsible for organizing time and resources for the effective conduct of laboratory examinations and procedures; participates in the Department's rotation of duties including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holiday schedules, and performs other related and allied duties. Duties will include: Determining required procedure by reading requisitions and seeking clarification if necessary, from physicians and paramedical staff; Providing information to patients, physicians and paramedical staff regarding the regimes associated with various tests and specimen collections; Obtaining venous and capillary blood samples required for blood tests and analyses using prescribed aseptic and veni-puncture techniques; Performing diagnostic tests directly on patients as required; Preparing specimens for test procedures by centrifuging, separating, measuring and pipetting precise quantities required for analytical procedures; Analyzing specimens to determine the existence and/or proportion of constituent biological/chemical components and other specimen characteristics according to standard manual and automated procedures; Preparing and using standard and control solutions to calibrate equipment and ensuring proper operation in accordance with test and quality control procedures; Using computerized data management and reporting systems in an efficient and effective manner; Forwarding test and analysis results to the requesting physician or to the patient's location Other duties as required. Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of a Medical Laboratory Technology Program from an accredited institution. Current registration with the C.S.M.L.S. at the Registered Technologist level; Licensed or eligible for licensing with the PEI College of Allied Health Professionals The ability to work independently and with others is essential; Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential; Good previous work and attendance record. Other Qualifications: - Recent training and/or experience in Chemistry is an asset; - Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset. Positng ID 158770

Location: Charlottetown, CA

Posted Date: 4/25/2024