Cytotechnologist

POSITION TITLE:

Medical Laboratory Technologist (Cytotechnologist)

INTERNAL CLOSING DATE:

LOCATIONS:

King Edward

100-830 King Edward Street

CLASSIFICATION:

DEPARTMENT:

Cytology

COMPENSATION:

As per Collective Agreement

WORKING SCHEDULE:

Monday to Friday (8am to 4pm) 

37.5 hours weekly

Job Summary
As a Medical Laboratory Technologist, you will be responsible for the performance and release of various laboratory tests following set processes and procedures, all in keeping with Dynacare’s mission and values.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs a variety of routine laboratory procedures to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Process Cytology specimens
• Performs all routine procedures, such as specimen preparation, verify patient demographic, screening of cytology slides, maintenance of cytology equipment, set up of cytology procedures.
• Maintain accurate records for all test and control results.
• Performs routine equipment maintenance and calibrations.
• Maintains confidential and accuracy of appropriate documents.
• Required to observe all safety precautions in the performance of all duties.
• Other duties as required

SKILLED KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge

• Medical Laboratory Technologist registered in good standing with and CSMLS & CMLTM.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of Quality Control documentation and procedures.
• Knowledge of cytology specimen processing.

Social Processing Skills

• Ability to multitask and work in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills.

***Please refer to Article 2 and 7 of the Collective Agreement regarding temporary positions, job postings, promotions and transfers***