Medical Laboratory Technical Specialist – Clinical Laboratory

Job title: Medical Laboratory Technical Specialist – Clinical Laboratory

Company: Nova Scotia Health Authority

Job description: Req ID: 109657
Location: Central Zone, Dartmouth General Hospital
Company: NSHA
Department: PLM Clinical Laboratory DGH
Type of Employment: Hourly FT long-assignment (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Union Status: NSGEU
Posting Closing Date: 16-Apr-21

Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the Closing Date.

Nova Scotia Health Authority is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia. We are over 22,000 employees who provide health care and support services in hospitals, health centres and community-based programs throughout Nova Scotia.

Nova Scotia Health Authority provides health services to Nova Scotians and some specialized services to Maritimers and Atlantic Canadians. We operate hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Our team of health professionals includes employees, doctors, researchers, learners and volunteers that provide the health care or services you may need. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

Responsibilities

The Laboratory Technical Specialist performs and analyzes procedures offered by the divisions using appropriate methodologies and quality assurance techniques. This position will have primary responsibility for pre-analytical process within Dartmouth General Hospital (DGH) including the DGH Drive Thru blood collection service and will support other offsite blood collection locations such as the Nova Scotia Hospital, Dartmouth Community Mental Health and Addictions Clinic blood collection and Woodlawn Medical Center blood collection. The Technical Specialist provides technical expertise and support to staff and ensures good customer service to patients accessing the laboratory services. The Technical Specialist demonstrates leadership skills and has some administrative responsibilities in designated areas. The Technical Specialist will be responsible to assist with the Core laboratory service in its entirety, as required.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate from an approved program in Medical Technology plus three years experience, preferably in a Core Lab setting (Blood Transfusion Services, Hematology, Chemistry)
• Must be licensed with NSCMLT and CSMLS
• Experience with Cerner LIS preferred
• Experience in WAM and IM preferred
• Previous experience with Quality Assurance initiatives preferred
• Must have demonstrated customer service skills; interpersonal skills: leadership skills; excellent organization and technical skills; as well as good decision-making skills
• In depth knowledge and technical expertise in Blood Collection an asset
• Must be able to recognize abnormal situations and respond appropriately
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
• Successful Applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) to People Services before starting employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment.

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Hours of Work

Long Assignment Full Time Position; 75 hours bi-weekly

With an approximate start date of May 2, 2021 and an expected end date of May 7, 2022. These are anticipated dates and may be subject to change.

Shift work required, including weekends and holidays.

Travel will be required.

Salary Information

Medical Laboratory Technologist C

$32.253 – $39.1550 hourly

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Typically interviews are held within three to four weeks of the closing date.

Successful external applicants will be required to submit the below documents and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. Additional documentation such as banking & proof of identity will be included in your offer letter.

• Criminal Record Check
• Proof of education & training certifications
• Proof of any additional required qualification
• Valid registration with the relevant licensing body
• Submission of immunization record along with health assessment documentation
• Proof of SIN number

Hiring Process will depend on the timeliness of delivering the above. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit – NSGEU position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health Authority is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. Only online applications are accepted.

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.

Expected salary:

Location: Dartmouth, NS

Job date: Tue, 13 Apr 2021 05:30:04 GMT