Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Job title:

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Company

IWK Health Centre

Job description

Company : IWK HealthReq ID: 185149
Department/Program: Laboratory Medicine, Diagnostic Services & Maritime Medical Genetics
Location: Halifax
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Start Date: ASAP
Union Status: Non-union, Management/Non Union
Compensation: $89.7814 – $108.5417 /hour
Closing Date: September 5, 2024 (Applications are accepted until 23:59 Atlantic Time)Successful candidates may be eligible with relocation assistance of up to $5,000 for those who qualify. In turn, a Return of Service for two (2) years will be required.IWK Health is a respected academic health sciences centre located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing tertiary and primary care for two million children, youth, adults and families each year across the Atlantic region. We have a team of approximately 4000 employees, physicians, volunteers and learners at sites across . People build careers with IWK Health with our focus on training and mentorship opportunities. We recognize each other’s talent and celebrate our successes. We collaborate in modern facilities or virtually from home, align our work to our , and enjoy access to enhanced and wellness programs. We are proud to support our patients, families and communities and are grateful for the generous donor support we receive.Promoting an anti-racist environment, and calling out discrimination as we work and provide care, is important to us. We are located in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq people. Working in Mi’kma’ki and providing care to those across Atlantic Canada is a shared privilege with the original inhabitants who have lived here for many thousands of years prior to colonization. There are 13 First Nation communities across Nova Scotia, and more than 50 historic African Nova Scotian communities who also have a long, deep, and complex history dating back over 400 years. We have the highest percentage of people with disabilities in the country. Nova Scotia has the highest proportions of transgender and non-binary people than any other province or territory in the country. We are active in our work to eliminate discrimination, but have more work to do to build that trust, acknowledge our biases and reduce the barriers our diverse communities face. We want IWK Health to be a safe and supportive space of equity and belonging in the care we provide and the employment we offer. We welcome all interested persons who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotians, Persons of Colour, Immigrants/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply to support our goal for our workforce to be representative of the patients, families, and communities that we care for at all job levels.The OpportunityThe Department of Pathology and Lab Medicine at the IWK comprises a large and diverse group of highly trained professionals across a number of specialized areas including pathology, genetics and biochemistry.The Clinical Genomics Division provides full-service integrated molecular and cytogenetic testing for the Maritime Provinces and acts as a referral site for institutions outside the region. In collaboration with the Maritime Medical Genetics Service and other clinical partners, the Clinical Genomics Division ensures timely and clinically-actionable results required for appropriate patient care.In conjunction with providing timely quality care, the division also believes in fostering positive relationships in education and research. The Clinical Genomics service has built partnerships with many research groups and provides teaching opportunities for Dalhousie University undergraduate students, graduate students, medical school students, residents and fellows, as well as clinical placements for students from the Michener Genetic Technology program.Responsibilities include:

• Interpret and draft clinical reports for genetic abnormalities, from the single nucleotide to the whole chromosome level, identified by various methodologies
• Provide consultation to healthcare practitioners regarding laboratory testing particularly as it relates to the management of patients and their families with genetic disorders
• Assume the day-to-day responsibilities for the operation and standards of a genomic diagnostic laboratory

Hours of WorkMonday to Friday; 75 hours bi-weeklyYour Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Genetics or related field and certification (or qualified for certification) by the Canadian College of Medical Geneticists in Genetic and Genome Diagnostics (GGD), molecular diagnostics, or cytogenetics; or equivalent certification by the American Board of Medical

OR: * M.D. with residency training in Pathology, Pediatrics, or Medical Genetics and certification (or qualified for certification) by the Canadian College of Medical Geneticists in Genetic and Genome Diagnostics (GGD), molecular diagnostics, or cytogenetics; or equivalent certification by the American Board of Medical Genetics

• Ability to identify and interpret abnormalities from the single nucleotide to the whole chromosome level
• Ability and experience in preparing clinically useful reports, including appropriate follow up recommendations, for a variety of molecular genetic and/or cytogenetic test results
• Knowledge and experience in quality management in a genomics laboratory, including new technology implementation and validation
• Experience in research related to human genetics or experience with genetic variant curation and interpretation of clinical relevance.
• Experience writing and editing scientific materials for external audiences.
• Data management expertise (including scientific, genetics/genomic and/or medical data)
• Strong written and verbal communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• Proven excellence working in a team environment with strong interpersonal, communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, develop and maintain effective relationships within healthcare teams.
• Demonstrated time and stress management skills while maintaining competence in a fast-paced work environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety at IWK Health

Thank you for your interest in IWK Health.Please note that we only contact applicants selected for interview/testing. If we invite you to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing) you have the right to request accommodation. Please discuss your needs when invited to the assessment process.This is a Management/Non Union position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.An offer of employment is conditional upon the completion and satisfactory results of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.If you are an employee of IWK Health, please apply through the to ensure you are flagged as an internal applicant.

Expected salary

Location

Halifax, NS

Job date

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 22:41:22 GMT

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