VACANCY DETAILS
VACANCY NUMBER: 43319CG

JOB TITLE: CHARGE TECHNOLOGIST, BIOCHEMISTRY, FT

STATUS: FULL TIME

DEPARTMENT: LABORATORY

LOCATION: NIAGARA HEALTH - MULTSITE

HOURS OF WORK: 1.0FTE; MONDAY TO FRIDAY; INCLUDING WEEKENDS

POSTING DATE: 12 August 2026

CLOSING DATE: 26 August 2026

UNION: ONTARIO PUBLIC SERVICE EMPLOYEE'S UNION

WAGE RANGE: $44.660 TO $56.300 PER HOUR

POSITION OBJECTIVE
Acting in a leadership capacity, the Charge Technologist will assist the Manager to ensure efficient utilization within the department. This includes supporting the Niagara Health and the Niagara Regional Laboratory Medicine Program (NRLMP) in the provision of high-quality laboratory services to assist physicians and healthcare providers in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease.

The Charge Technologist provides leadership and supervision within the Biochemistry discipline, ensuring laboratory testing meets all legislated and accreditation requirements. This role is responsible for overseeing daily operations, supporting staff, and ensuring compliance with laboratory policies and the NRLMP Quality Management System.

The incumbent supports management initiatives, including operational, financial, and quality objectives; prepares and analyzes statistical data and reports; and contributes to continuous quality improvement. The role may include responsibilities in key program areas such as safety, education, and specimen handling, and includes site-specific operational oversight across Niagara Health locations.

The Charge Technologist is committed to fostering staff development, maintaining high standards of patient/client care, and supporting the mission, vision, and values of Niagara Health through safe, competent, and efficient service delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program

Current registration and good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO),



with license to practice Biochemistry

Minimum five (5) years recent experience in Biochemistry, including five (5) years in a supervisory capacity

Bachelor of Science (BSc) or related degree required

ART certification in Biochemistry

Additional certification in Healthcare Management, Quality Management, or Leadership preferred

Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and professional development

Knowledge, Skills and Leadership Abilities

Advanced knowledge of Biochemistry laboratory operations, instrumentation, and specimen processing

Strong understanding of ACDx accreditation requirements, Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) principles and practices

Commitment to pursue or maintain qualification as an ACDx Accreditation Assessor

Experience with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS) and hospital information systems

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and statistical analysis, including benchmarking and monitoring quality indicators

Knowledge of risk management principles, policies, and procedures

Advanced analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, coaching, and team-building abilities

Ability to lead, influence, and support staff performance and development

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong critical thinking, decision-making, conflict resolution, and change management skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a rapid-paced environment

Flexible, self-directed, and able to manage competing priorities





Ability to apply professional standards outlined by CMLTO

Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with diverse teams

Consistent and reliable attendance; ability to work across all Niagara Health sites

This position is an existing vacancy at Niagara Health. No artificial intelligence is used in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants. If you believe you have encountered or applied for a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent Niagara Health, please contact [email protected]

At Niagara Health, we value diversity, equity and inclusion, and welcome applications from all people. We are especially interested in hearing from you if you are excited about being part of a respectful and hard-working team in the beautiful Niagara Region, have a passion for service and excellence in healthcare, have a background or related expertise in the healthcare environment, supporting patient care and providing extraordinary customer-service.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Niagara Health will provide accommodations through the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

At Niagara Health, we are committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion. As a part of this work, we collect information on Ontario Human Rights Code grounds and non-Code grounds in order to: hire and retain diverse talent, prevent and/or address systemic barriers to access and opportunity, improve service delivery and programs and advance diversity and inclusion overall. All identification questions are optional and include a "prefer not to answer" option.

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📌 0000043319 - CHARGE TECHNOLOGIST, BIOCHEMISTRY, FT (Manitoba)
🏢 Niagara Health
📍 Manitoba