Up to 10k Incentives Available

The Medical Laboratory Technologist 1 Hematology / Histology / Chemistry / BTS / PFT assists with the diagnosis and treatment of patients by performing a variety of standard examinations and procedures in hematology; responsible for organizing time and resources for the effective conduct of laboratory examinations and procedures; participates in the Department's rotation of duties including evenings, weekends, holiday schedules, and performs other related and allied duties.

Duties will include but not limited to:

·       determining required procedure by reading requisitions and seeking clarification if necessary from physicians and paramedical staff;

·       providing information to patients, physicians and paramedical staff regarding the regimes associated with various tests and specimen collections;

·       obtaining venous and capillary blood samples required for blood tests and analyses using prescribed aseptic and venipuncture techniques;

·       preparing specimens for test procedures by centrifuging, separating, measuring and pipetting precise quantities required for analytical procedures;

·       analyzing specimens to determine the existence and/or proportion of constituent biological/chemical components and other specimen characteristics according to standard manual and automated procedures;

·       preparing and using standard and control solutions to calibrate equipment and ensuring proper operation in accordance with test and quality control procedures;

·       assisting physician at bone marrow aspirations by immediate processing of specimen;

·       using computerized data management and reporting systems in an efficient and effective manner;

·       forwarding test and analysis results to the requesting physician or to the patient's location;

·       other duties as required.

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Minimum Qualifications:

·       A Medical Technologist Certificate from an approved school of Medical Technology.

·       Must have current registration with C.S.M.L.S at the Registered Technologist level.

·       Must be licensed or eligible for licensing with the College of Allied Health Professionals of PEI

·       Must have successful completion of a recognized Medical Laboratory Technologist Program from an accredited institution

·       The ability to work independently and with others is essential

·       Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential.

·       A good previous work attendance and record.

Other Qualifications:

·       Recent training and/or experience in hematology or Histology or Chemistry or BTS or PFT is preferred.

·       Additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset.

Incentive Information: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/news/allied-health-professionals-eligible-for-recruitment-incentive

Benefits:

·       Company pension

·       Dental care

·       Employee assistance program

·       Extended health care

·       Flexible schedule

·       Life insurance

·       On-site parking

·       Paid time off

·       Store discount

·       Vision care

·       Wellness program