- Competition #:
- 120262 External
- Posted:
- October 31, 2024
- Closes:
- November 13, 2024 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time
- Anticipated Start Date:
- November 18, 2024
- Anticipated End Date:
- January 30, 2026
- Location:
- Genetics
- Laboratory Services ~ Saint John Regional Hospital ~ Saint John ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network
- Job Classification:
- Medical Laboratory Technologist 2 (LT02)
- Job Classification Type:
- MSP
- Job Type:
- Temporary Full Time
- FTE:
- 1
- Schedule:
- Rotation, Subject to change due to operational requirements
- Language Requirement:
- English Essential
- Salary:
- 30.69 to 38.34 per hour ((Subject to Employment Status may be paid in accordance with Appendix B as per MSP collective agreement article 2.01(d))
JOB PURPOSE
The Genetics Technologist 2 is responsible for performing routine and specialized laboratory procedures according to prescribed policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an approved program of Genetics Technology (Cytogenetics and Molecular Genetics).
- Must be certified as a Registered Technologist in Genetics Technology.
- Must be registered with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science and licensed and in good standing (a practicing member) with the New Brunswick Society of Medical Laboratory Technologists.
- Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
- Ability to perform the duties of the position.
- Good work record.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Genetics Technologist 2 is responsible for:
- Performing routine and specialized procedures
- Validating and reporting test results
- Operating, troubleshooting and doing preventative maintenance on equipment
- Performing quality control and participating in quality improvement activities
- Providing guidance, training and orientation
Employees are responsible to be aware of and understand Horizon's Terms of Employment: http://skyline/EmploymentBenefits/Pages/Terms-of-your-Employment-.aspx
COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY THE CANADIAN SOCIETY FOR MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE 2006 :
- Safe Work Practices
- Data and Specimen Collection and Handling
- Specimen Preparation and Pre-analytic Processing
- Equipment, Instruments and Reagents
- Analysis
- Recording and Reporting
- Quality Management
- Professional Responsibilities
COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK:
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal Relations
- Patient/Client Focus
- Planning and Prioritizing Work
- Problem Solving
- Results Orientation
The successful candidate awarded this position could be eligible for a 2K recruitment incentive which comes with a return of service commitment to HHN.
Interested? Apply Today?
Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.
About Horizon's Recruitment Process
We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.
Diversity Statement
Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.