Medical Laboratory Technologist
Job No:
89249
Location:
Whitehorse, YT
- Relocation assistance.
- Receive attractive wages and benefits package.
- Gear up for many exciting outdoor adventures in both winter and summer!
About the Organization
Yukon Hospital Corporation operates three acute care hospitals in the scenic Yukon Territory, Canada’s North. Due to recent growth and exciting expansion, Whitehorse General Hospital (55 Beds) is currently adding a new two storey addition including a new Emergency Department. The remaining hospitals in Watson Lake (6 beds) and Dawson City (6 beds) are fitted with state-of-the-art equipment and technologies, providing care for people in their respective areas.
Yukon Hospital Corporation is a friendly and family orientated employer who was awarded Canada’s Top 100 Employers Award for 2011 and 2012. With 600+ employees spread over 3 sites. This is a testament to the kind of employer the YHC strives to be, and more importantly, to the exemplary care they provided to their patients.
About Yukon
Whether your passion lies in pursuing outdoor adventures, participating in cultural events and festivals, or enjoying the towering mountains, boreal forests, sweeping tundra and rushing rivers, you'll find it in Yukon.
There is no shortage of activities for the outdoor enthusiast. From summer to winter, Yukon's wilderness plays host to unforgettable outdoor adventures. Canada's Yukon is every paddler's paradise and has numerous hiking, biking, and riding trails which showcase breathtaking mountain ranges filled with wildlife and over 70 wild rivers. Take a day trip to enjoy whitewater rafting, glacier sightseeing, and bird watching, or go dog sledding, snowmobiling, or cross-country skiing on some of the best trails in Canada.
Where else can you sleep beneath the northern lights, dance under the midnight sun, and witness the migration of the Porcupine caribou herd? In Yukon, you'll discover the majesty of our national parks, and will have a first-rate view of Mount Logan, Canada's highest peak.
There's no limit to what you can do in Yukon.
About the Opportunity
Yukon Hospital Corporation is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist based in Whitehorse, YT with an element of travel to the other locations at Watson Lake and Dawson City.
Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, you will provide laboratory testing for physicians and other health care providers without immediate support or consultation of an on-site pathologist. You will also perform a variety of routine and specialized procedures in the processing of specimens for analysis used in diagnosis and treatment in the core lab on a shift work basis.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Daily collection, processing, testing, resulting and reporting of diagnostic samples for hematology, chemistry and transfusion medication
- Maintaining an ongoing quality control program in order to ensure the accuracy and quality of the test results
- Keeping accurate records of all procedures; maintaining and troubleshooting a variety of laboratory instruments
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Knowledge of medical laboratory principles, theories, procedures, methods, techniques, and practices
- Knowledge and ability to maintain a wide variety of complex laboratory equipment with and without the aid of service personnel
- The ability to perform routine and special analysis/procedures including phlebotomy
- The ability to maintain records and prepare comprehensive and concise reports
- The ability to maintain patient confidentiality
- Professionalism, thoroughness, punctuality, reliability, and tact
- The ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
- The ability to deal with interruptions, distractions, time pressures, concurrent demands and client pressures
- The ability to work in a computerized environment
In order to qualify for this role, you must be certified as a Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist in Canada and be a member in good standing with the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS). Recent experience working in an accredited medical Laboratory and a valid class 5 driver’s license or access to transportation for on call or call back purpose are are also required for this position. A degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or related field would be considered an asset for this position.
Above all, you must have the ability to work in a team environment and foster team dynamics and demonstrate cross cultural awareness. This position will be expected to work all shifts and perform on-call duties as required.
A commitment to professional development and continuing education, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills will set you apart from the rest!
Please note that you must be legally entitled to work in Canada to apply.
About the Benefits
In return for your hard work, you will be rewarded with an attractive benefits package including an hourly salary of $34.16 to $43.22 per hour, plus a Yukon Bonus of $2200 (for those that qualify).
- Extended Health Care
- Dental
- Group Life Insurance (for permanent employees only)
- Pension Plan (for terms over 6 months and permanent employees)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Relocation allowance of up to $15,000 for out of province/territory and up to $5000 if relocating within Yukon
- Seasonal organization wide celebrations
- Generous vacation time of 4+ weeks (for permanent employees only)
If you are ready to join one of Canada's top employers and experience Yukon and all that it has to offer - Apply Today!