Medical Laboratory Technologist - Cytopathology

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Req ID: 118035

Location: Eastern Zone, Cape Breton Regional Hospital

Company: NSHA

Department: PLM Cytology REG

Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)

Union Status: Healthcare UNIFOR

Posting Closing Date: 8-Sep-21

Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the Closing Date.

Nova Scotia Health Authority is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia. We are over 22,000 employees who provide health care and support services in hospitals, health centres and community-based programs throughout Nova Scotia.

Nova Scotia Health Authority provides health services to Nova Scotians and some specialized services to Maritimers and Atlantic Canadians. We operate hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Our team of health professionals includes employees, doctors, researchers, learners and volunteers that provide the health care or services you may need. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Supervisory Technologist, the incumbent prepares and performs diagnostic screening of gynaecological and non-gynaecological specimens, using appropriate methodologies and quality assurance techniques including computer verification. Other related duties in keeping with expanded Cytology competencies.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate from an approved course in Cytotechnology (MLT Cytology)
• Must be licensed with the NSCMLT & registration with CSMLS
• Experience in Gynaecological and non-Gynaecological Cytology is required
• Candidate must be able to demonstrate maintenance of screening competencies if not practicing within last 6 months
• Computer Experience (Meditech) preferred
• Good judgement, accuracy and precision required; excellent trouble-shooting skills essential
• Considerable mental and visual acuity required in matching patient’s specimens with requisitions, in recording patient information and in problem solving
• Ability to work in a laboratory environment with occasional exposure to chemicals, noxious fumes and odours
• Effective communication skills
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
  

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Hours of Work

Permanent, Full-Time position; 75 hours bi-weekly

Salary Information

Medical Laboratory Technologist I

$28.9131 - $35.2033 hourly

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Typically interviews are held within three to four weeks of the closing date.

Successful external applicants will be required to submit the below documents and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. Additional documentation such as banking & proof of identity will be included in your offer letter.

• Criminal Record Check
• Proof of education & training certifications
• Proof of any additional required qualification
• Valid registration with the relevant licensing body
• Submission of immunization record along with health assessment documentation
• Proof of SIN number
  

Hiring Process will depend on the timeliness of delivering the above. This is a Healthcare bargaining unit - UNIFOR position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health Authority is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. Only online applications are accepted.

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.