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Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare

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Medical Laboratory Technician - Permanent Part-Time (Multi-site)



Category

Laboratory Services --> Medical Laboratory Technician (MLA)

Job Location

100 Frank Miller Drive, Huntsville, Ontario

Additional Locations

  • 100 Frank Miller Drive, Huntsville, Ontario
  • 75 Ann Street, Bracebridge, Ontario

Tracking Code

24-401

Position Type

Part Time

Salary Range

$30.49 - $35.15

Salary Type

Hourly

Union

OPSEU Paramedical

Posted Date

10/17/2024

Job Closing Date

10/24/2024

Working together to provide outstanding integrated health care to our communities delivering best patient outcomes with exemplary standards and compassion, Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site. 

 

ROLE 

As a Laboratory Technician, you are a vital member of the Laboratory Department performing duties such as: 

  • Receive, identify, separate, record and distribute biological specimens for in house analysis or to a reference laboratory. 

  • Perform venipuncture, capillary collection and ECG’s on in and outpatients; Holter monitoring installation at the Almaguin Highlands Health Centre. 

  • Separate, file, sort and distribute laboratory reports. 

  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment. 

  • Must have excellent oral and written communication skills. 

  • Must be able to plan and organize workflow. 

  • Documentation of procedures for statistical and billing purposes of the Laboratory. 

  • Must be able to work independently and meet the physical demands required for venipuncture collection and ECG tracing (back mobility and reaching). 

  • Performs testing procedures as required in other areas in the Laboratory such as Microbiology and Pathology 

 

REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S)  

  • Graduate of an accredited Medical Laboratory Assistant Program 

  • Current Lab Assistant Certification with either the Medical Laboratory Professional’s Association of Ontario (MLPAO) or the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) or willingness to obtain within a specified timeframe

 

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S) 

  • Laboratory training will occur on site 

  • Previous working knowledge and experience in a computerized hospital laboratory in an acute care setting performing ECG, inpatient and outpatient blood collection and specimen reception. 

  • Computer knowledge and usage. (i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel) 

  • Require knowledge of instrumentation principles 

  • Perform or call-in appropriate personnel for maintenance of instrumentation 

  • Knowledge of blood collection systems 

 

DESIRED SKILLS, EXPERIENCE(S) & EDUCATION 

  • 1-2 years’ experience in a Hospital Laboratory Setting

  • Demonstrated experience working to Medical Laboratory Assistant/Technician full scope of practice 

 
 
 

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC 

  • Extended health benefits (Permanent Full-Time only)
  • Staff referral program (Earn up to $1000 for each successful Permanent Part Time and Permanent Full Time new hire you refer to MAHC
  • Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment
 

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

 

Location: Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville 

 

Department: Laboratory 

 

Hours of Work: Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements per the collective agreement. 

 

Recruitment Process

By submitting your cover letter and resume together as either a PDF or Word document(s) to this posting by 11:59 pm on the closing date. Please Note: Applicants must submit their application through this posting listed to be considered. Email and paper submissions will not be accepted unless otherwise indicated.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. As much as we would like to reach out to every applicant, please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on skills, abilities, experiences, and qualifications. MAHC reserves the right to conduct interview(s) or other applicable testing where required.

 

Conditions of employment for external hires includes;

  • Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department
  • Legal entitlement to work in Canada
  • Satisfactory Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check

 

Our organization: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

 

Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you have accommodation needs for attendance at the interview, please advise us at time of the interview being scheduled.

This position is located at 100 Frank Miller Drive, Huntsville, ON. View the Google Map in full screen.



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