Medical Laboratory Technician 4 (existing position)

On-site staff fitness centre, EAP program, ‘perks’ program.

A commitment to professional and personal development including an Education Bursary program.

A commitment to employee Wellness including work-life balance

A commitment to a diverse, supportive and equitable workplace

A commitment to a culture of safety and of mutual respect that is free from discrimination and harassment

Compensation & Advantages Information

Eligibility to enroll in the HEALTHCARE OF ONTARIO PENSION PLAN (HOOPP). Click on the link provided for more information - https://hoopp.com/

Paid vacation & benefits coverage (extended health care, dental, sick pay, life insurance)

Job Summary
Reporting to the Manager, Laboratory & Pharmacy, the Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician (MLA/T) performs a variety of support functions under direct supervision including; performing limited testing/tasks in assigned areas using accepted safety practices including electrocardiogram, Point Of care and phlebotomy; receiving, sorting, and processing specimens following established procedures and guidelines; preparing, handling and dispensing tubes/reagents, as required; receiving, thawing and issuing blood products as required; performing report handling, statistics collection, and document control and inventory and supply control responsibilities; assisting in maintenance of equipment and benches; observing and understanding Hospital and departmental policies and procedures; adhering to Hospital and departmental mission and value statements while maintaining patient confidentiality; performing cross functional duties, as assigned, or requested including performing telephone responsibilities; performing other duties related to and consistent with job classification, as required.

Qualifications
Education




Certifications and Registrations

Graduate of a Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician program approved by the Medical Laboratory Professionals’ Association of Ontario (MLPAO)

Must have active membership and Certification with the Medical Laboratory Professionals’ Association of Ontario (MLPAO) OR the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) in good standing.

Preference will be given to Medical Laboratory Technicians who have the cMLA/TMLPAO.

Skill, Ability & Experience

The ability to provide effective services to clients/residents

Bilingualism will be considered an asset.

Advanced experience in Point of Care

Must possess the ability to perform routine office procedures and clerical duties rapidly and accurately.

Must possess the verbal ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians and other medical personnel in order to give and receive information and instructions.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships, while demonstrating tact and discretion when dealing with patients, the general public, and other employees and physicians

Must possess the learning ability to understand laboratory terminology and infection control procedures.

Kirkland Lake - For more information regarding the town of Kirkland Lake please click on the link provided

Englehart – For more information regarding the town of Englehart please click on the link provided

Blanche River Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Program/Department
Laboratory (Cross Site)

Status
Permanent / Full-time

Union
OPSEU

Salary Plan / Job Grade
$33.94 per hour to $39.07 per hour as per OPSEU Collective Agreement

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📌 Medical Laboratory Technician 4 (existing position) (Ontario)
🏢 Blanche River Health
📍 Ontario