- Position: Medical Laboratory Technologist- Fecal Immunochemical Testing (FIT)
- Registration as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (CMLTO) is a MUST
- Employment Type: Contract, Full-Time hours and Part-Time hours (up to 22.5 hours weekly) are available
- Term: Fixed-term contract until June 30, 2029 (with possibility of extension based on business needs and performance)
- Compensation: $35–$45 per hour, commensurate with experience, plus 4% vacation pay.
- Benefits: Health and Dental Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Private Pension Plan, Sick Benefits
- Work environment: Inclusive, innovative and supportive, with a dynamic team leading the way in building trusted, forward-thinking healthcare partnerships
- Operation Focus: Analytical Testing, Specimen Management, Technical Oversight, Quality Management

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to join our team to support Fecal Immunochemical Testing (FIT). This role plays a key part in screening for colorectal cancer and improving patient outcomes by ensuring the accurate and timely processing of FIT specimens.

This position is ideal for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact clinical environment and are passionate about quality, accuracy, precision, customer service, and patient-centered care.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

- Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments; prepare reagents and supplies.
- Perform calibrations and quality control and approve calibrations and quality control results.
- Perform FIT specimen testing and approve test results and device rejections.
- Troubleshoot instrumentation issues and liaise with vendors.
- Follow Standard Operating Procedures and elevate testing or reporting issues as needed.
- Liaise with healthcare providers, participants and vendors
- Participate in quality management, safety procedures, and regulatory compliance.
- Oversee MLA staff, provide technical guidance and mentorship.
- Cover MLA duties when required, including accessioning and assessing specimens.

Hands-on Experience Needed to Excel in This Role:





- Performing analytical testing and quality control in a clinical laboratory.
- Working with laboratory instrumentation, analyzers, and LIS systems.
- Preparing reagents, calibrating instruments, and performing troubleshooting
- Handling and processing clinical specimens according to Standard Operating Procedures.
- Managing high-volume workflows with strict turnaround times.
- Participating in quality management and regulatory compliance activities.
- Mentoring laboratory support staff.

Qualifications:

Education:

- Post-secondary degree or diploma in Medical Laboratory Science.
- Registration as a Medical Laboratory Technologist (CMLTO).

Experience:

- Experience in Chemistry or Haematology, including Quality Control review.
- Experience overseeing laboratory support staff is an asset.
- Experience in complex work processes.
- Experience in a fast-paced clinical laboratory environment is preferred.
- Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation and LIS systems.
- Solid attention to detail and adherence to strict protocols.
- Analytical thinking and ability to navigateand follow complex processes.
- Problem-solving, and independent decision-making.
- Ability to perform testing accurately and approve results.
- Effective mentorship and guidance of laboratory support staff.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize under pressure.
- Excellent verbal and written communication with team members and stakeholders.
- Customer service–oriented with professionalism in all interactions.
- Ability to handle sensitive PHI data with discretion.
- Reliability, accountability, and ownership in completing tasks.
- Additional Requirement: Ability to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, including instrument operation and troubleshooting (bona fide occupational requirement).

Why Join ICL?

At In-Common Laboratories (ICL), we are dedicated to transforming lives through innovative healthcare and community support services.

- Meaningful mission with real health sector impact.
- Collaborative, supportive executive leadership and work environment.
- Opportunities to make an immediate impact, optimize operat

📌 Medical Laboratory Technologist – Fecal Immunochemical Testing (Toronto)
🏢 In-Common Laboratories (ICL)
📍 Toronto