Charge Technologist- Preanalytical, Specimen Procurement and referred out Testing

Full-time

FTE: 1.0 FTE

Union Status: OPSEU

Shift Schedule (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs): Mon-Fri – 7.5 hour day shifts

Employment Status: Permanent Full-time

Department: OT Pre/Post Analysis

Halton Healthcare’s vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always!

At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do.

We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.

Halton Healthcaretakes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we arecommitted to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Technical oversight of laboratory in the designated area and assists in providing general oversight of the Core Lab, Microbiology and specimen receiving area including operating analyzers as required

Assists in planning, organizing and coordinating workflow and processes to ensure alignment with best practices

Ensures daily work is completed according to established departmental policies and procedures

Monitors work, prioritizing workload and respond effectively to changing demands

Assists Lab Manager and Lab Quality Manager in the development, implementation and ongoing review of the discipline specific Quality Management System ensuring compliance with IQMH accreditation requirements.

Participates in the development of quality indicators, monitoring trends and takes appropriate actions based on indicator performance

Participates in quality and safety audits and assists in instituting corrective actions where required and monitors effectiveness

Documents incidents, takes appropriate actions, follows up with staff and submits incident reports to the Laboratory Manager

Establishes, maintains and monitors quality assurance and quality control for designated areas, participates in troubleshooting, investigates discordant external quality assurance results, resolves issues, implements corrective actions and monitors their effectiveness

Oversees and orders inventory levels to ensure adequate stock and supplies.

Develops, reviews and updates technical manuals in the document control system

Ensures all equipment in designated areas is properly maintained





Oversees and initiates evaluation of new technology, methods and procedures and provides guidance in implementation

Collaborate with other charge technologists in the development and implementation of new policies and procedures

Identifies opportunities for process improvement, minimizes waste and improves efficiencies

Trains and teaches technical staff in designated areas

Oversees student teaching program in the Department

Assists in conducting regular staff meetings to share information, discuss issues and promote team building

Assists in ensuring hospital and departmental policies and procedures are adhered to and assists in the development and review of Policies and Procedures with recommendations for changes and improvements as required

Maintains and enforces established safety regulations and participates in the development of enhanced safety procedures as required

Provides investigation, development, recommendation, implementation and training associated with new methods and new technology

Provides strong technical support, consultation, and interpretation in all aspects of Preanalytical, Specimen Procurement and referred out

Performs bench work as required.

Represents the department, and when appropriate, the organization on various internal and external committees

Administer scheduling and payroll for designated area

Maintain referred-out testing and receiving area

Facilitate specimen collection procedures and provide support for Lab Assistant duties as needed

Maintains current knowledge of professional standards, legislation and requirements

Support management in the development of operational and corporate budgets and provide statistics and analyses related to department as required

Recommend and assist in the planning of educational opportunities and the use of educational resources within the laboratory service across all three hospitals

Other duties as assigned by Manager

Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviours and attitudes.

Current Medical laboratory technologist registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario required

Recent clinical experience of 6 years as a Medical Laboratory Technologist

Recent experience with scheduling required

Experience with laboratory automation and LIS system

Previous supervisory experience required





Must be capable of functioning well in a high-stress environment

Demonstrated excellence in laboratory Quality Control theory, practice and troubleshooting.

Demonstrated knowledge of IQMH Quality Systems and Quality Assurance procedures

Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize work, adapt to changing priorities and to meet deadlines.

Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal and customer service skills, within and external to the laboratory setting

Teaching/training experience an asset

Must be able to work independently or in a team setting; demonstrated self-direction

Proven ability to motivate staff, promote teamwork

Demonstrated written and oral communication skills

Must be capable of adapting to changing priorities, deadlines and procedures.

Experience with Microsoft Office Word and Excel.

Experience with the Meditech Expanse platform.

Continuing education relevant to area of responsibilities as outlined

Status : Permanent Full-time

Hours : Monday to Friday - 7.5 hour day shifts; 0800 - 1600 (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs)

Salary : $44.660 TO $56.300 per hour

Date posted : September 22, 2026

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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you.

Halton Healthcare is committed to providingaccommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.

The Ontario Public Hospitals Actmandates that hospitals establish health surveillance programs for all individuals working within the hospital.This regulation requires proof of immunity for certain diseases and as a result, Halton Healthcare requires all recent hires to receive pre-employment medical clearance by our Health, Safety & Wellness team, prior to their start date, as a condition of employment. This includes demonstrating compliance with Halton Healthcare’s Immunization Policies.

All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

📌 Charge Technologist- Preanalytical, Specimen Procurement and referred out Testing (Winnipeg)
🏢 Halton Healthcare
📍 Winnipeg