Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technology program.
• Current registration in good standing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO).
• Completion of a Clinical Laboratory Management program, Laboratory Quality Manager’s certificate or studies or professional development deemed equivalent by AMGH, are an asset.

 
QUALIFICATIONS

•  Minimum of three (3) years General/Core Laboratory experience.
• Prior experience with quality assurance and quality control initiatives is an asset.
• Demonstrated prior experience in project management, implementation, and evaluation is an asset.
• Previous experience with Meditech systems is an asset.
• A record of active participation in committees/working groups of relevance will be considered an asset.

 
ABILITIES

• Demonstrates technical knowledge and expertise.
• Works independently, taking initiative within structured guidelines.
• Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills. Able to solve problems of a technical nature and interpret Laboratory test results.
• Organized and self-directed. Able to prioritize competing demands
• Demonstrated ability to function as part of a healthcare team. Establishes productive and fruitful interpersonal relationships. Responsive to the needs of colleagues.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills. Able to communicate with patients and with all levels of the organization.
• Fosters an enthusiasm for personal and professional growth/excellence amongst themselves and team members.
• Computer literate- for both Laboratory equipment and general office software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality. 

Required Skills:

RESPONSIBILITES - Laboratory Senior MLT

• Follows and enacts the directives of the IHLP, Accreditation Canada, all applicable legislation, and any hospital management decisions.
• In all activities, considers the provision of excellent patient care as the foremost goal.
• Provides technical guidance to Laboratory team members, on the basis of best practices.
• Develops and revises Laboratory policies and bench manuals.
• Develops, implements and monitors the success of quality assurance, quality improvement and quality control standards and programs in keeping with IHLP guidance.
• Maintains appropriate inventory levels to ensure excellent patient care.
• Administers the Laboratory scheduling and time entry processes, in accordance with the Designated Corporate Leader’s direction.
• Submits reports (e.g.: EQA reports) and statistics on time and as required.
• Escalates complaints to the Lab Manager and works in conjunction with the Lab Manager to document significant issues through IHLP Occurrence Reporting.
• Engages and liaises with other AMGH departments and team members (including Physicians) as needed to implement practice changes or resolve urgent matters.
• Organizes the on-the-job orientation of new Laboratory team members to ensure IHLP standards are met and fulsome training is provided.
• Delegates tasks to other Laboratory team members as appropriate. Escalates matters to the Designated Corporate Leader as appropriate, and consults as required.
• Is an ad hoc member for AMGH at hospital meetings and IHLP functions. Will work in conjunction with Lab Manager to determine when attendance is required at meetings. Updates Laboratory regarding current developments.
• May be required to attend and assist with departmental interviews for new staff.
• Provides input to the Laboratory Manager on staff performance reviews and advises them of any emerging concerns related to performance, standard or team dynamics.

 
RESPONSIBILITES - Bench Technologist