Lab Technologist Chemistry Labs

October 22 2024
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Categories Laboratory, Diagnostics, Medical Imaging,
Toronto, ON • Full time
Lab Technologist Chemistry Labs (Job ID: 7770)

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Temporary position to help validate chemistry instrumentation
  • Assists the Lab technical specialist and reports to the Manager in Chemistry
  • Ensure the validation program meets regulatory requirements i.e. IQMH and hospital accreditation standards
  • Monitors, reviews and analyzes daily, weekly and monthly QC and EQA/PT to validation protocol as required.
  • Investigation, troubleshooting and root cause analysis of operational and quality issues pertaining to CHEMISTRY
  • Provides education, training, certification and consultation, and technical support to CHEMISTRY team.
  • Participates in the development, monitoring and maintains electronic interfaces between new BIOCHEMISTRY instrumentation and the information systems of the hospital
  • Evaluates and implements BIOCHEMISTRY instrumentation
  • Monitors the utilization of BIOCHEMISTRY reagents & supplies during the validation process.
  • Preparing and selecting samples for validation of the instrument.
  • Support daily operations
  • Performs related duties as required
  • As part of a team, performs pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical functions in routine Chemistry, special Chemistry, and Toxicology.
  • Prioritizes validation workload and ensures work, are completed in the required time frame.
  • Identifies abnormalities in test results and takes appropriate action; if necessary to seek advice from appropriate resources.
  • Reports and documents unexpected or non-conforming events/incidents.
  • Prepares, authorizes and interprets laboratory results.
  • Responds to all inquiries regarding specimen collection, results and interpretation.
  • Performs routine and preventative maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting on laboratory instruments.
  • Follows SOPs and validation protocols in the completion of all duties.
  • Adheres to all elements of the quality program including testing appropriate QC samples, performing QA activities and assessing results.
  • Participates in the development and maintenance of the quality management system by writing/updating SOPS.
  • Liaises with internal and external customers.
  • Adheres to the laboratory safety program.
  • Participates in material management, inventory management, safety management, performance management and quality assurance.
  • Participates in the training of technologists, laboratory students, medical students and residents.
  • Other duties, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be registered with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO) and possess a current CMLTO registration certificate with Chemistry discipline.
  • Must have recent experience in Bio-Chemistry (within the last two years).
  • Must be proficient in computer software applications (ie. Microsoft Office).
  • Must demonstrate ability to work independently and prioritize workload in a fast paced environment.
  • Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Must be committed and able to work cooperatively and constructively with other team members
  • Must understand and be committed to the Hospital mission and values.
  • Must be punctual and have an excellent attendance record.
  • Experience in quality principles, teaching, research/development systems are an asset
  • Advanced Registered Technologist certification or equivalent preferred
  • Bachelor of Science degree preferred
  • Experience in quality principles, teaching, research/development are an asset
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuing education is an asset
  • Recent experience in CHEMISTRY & strong knowledge of quality management
  • Demonstrated knowledge, experience and application of BIOCHEMISTRY middleware
  • Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office and statistical software
  • Demonstrated competence in organization, planning, and project management skills
  • Must be a team player able to work cooperatively with BIOCHEMISTRY clients and strong customer-service orientation
  • Must possess strong interpersonal, communication and writing skills
  • Must demonstrate competence in problem-solving and decision-making
  • Must be committed to the Hospital's mission and values
  • Must have an excellent attendance record

HOURS OF WORK: Must be willing and able to work all shifts on days, evening, nights, weekends and statutory holidays. Shifts are subject to change as per departmental needs.

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