Health PEI

The Medical Laboratory Technologist 1- Hematology/Histology/Chemistry/BTS/PFT assists with the diagnosis and treatment of patients by performing a variety of standard examinations and procedures in hematology; responsible for organizing time and resources for the effective conduct of laboratory examinations and procedures; participates in the Department's rotation of duties including evenings, weekends, holiday schedules, and performs other related and allied duties.

Duties will include but not limited to:

• 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 venipuncture techniques;
• 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;
• assisting physician at bone marrow aspirations by immediate processing of specimen;
• 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:

• A Medical Technologist Certificate from an approved school of Medical Technology.
• Must have current registration with C.S.M.L.S at the Registered Technologist level.
• Must be licensed or eligible for licensing with the College of Allied Health Professionals of PEI
• Must have successful completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Technologist Program from an accredited institution
• The ability to work independently and with others is essential
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• A good previous work attendance and record.

Other Qualifications:

• Recent training and/or experience in hematology or Histology or Chemistry or BTS or PFT is preferred.
• Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.

Incentive Information: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/allied-health-professionals-eligible-for-recruitment-incentive

Salary Range: $31.90 – $39.16 per hour (level G11)

Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 hours Bi-Weekly / Rotating Days, Evenings, Nights and Weekends

Posting ID: 161983-0324QEPI

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $31.90-$39.16 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Licence/Certification:

• CSMLS Registration (required)

Work Location: In person