Senior Laboratory Technologist

Job title:

Senior Laboratory Technologist

Company

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority

Job description

CancerCare Manitoba is a provincial agency which provides clinical and academic services and leadership for cancer control and the treatment of blood disorders. Our shared vision of a world free of cancer drives every member of our team. CancerCare Manitoba is the perfect place to thrive if you’re seeking a fulfilling career in an organization that is committed to its employees’ well-being and professional development.Competition # 450-24-713501572Posting End Date: February 11, 2025City: WinnipegWork Location: MacCharlesDepartment: HLA LaboratoryUnion: MAHCPHiring Status: PermanentAnticipated Start Date: ASAPFTE: 1.0Anticipated Shift: DaysDaily Hours Worked: 7.75Annual Base Hours: 2015Salary: $41.303 /$42.540 /$43.819 /$45.133 /$46.486 /$47.896Job Summary:This position has direct responsibility for the HLA Laboratory, including supervisory responsibility for all technical, clerical and support staff in the absence of the Laboratory Director and Charge Technologist/designateThis position will perform histocompatibility, immunogenetics and transplantation testing on human specimens, for purposes of reporting specific results relevant to the treatment and management of patient care.Qualifications:Education

• Graduate of an approved Medical Technology training program who has attained certification by the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS) or who has attained certification in Medical Laboratory Technology by a certifying body such as College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Manitoba (CMLTM).

Experience

• Must have at least 3 years recent laboratory training or experience in human immunogenetics, human histocompatibility and/or human transplantation immunology testing under the supervision of a director and/or technical supervisor of an American Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ASHI)-accredited or an equivalent ARB approved laboratory.
• Demonstrated ability to perform all laboratory procedures such as: HLA typing by molecular techniques (including NGS), flow cytometry assays and Luminex based assays.

An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be consideredSkills and Abilities

• Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, database management preferred.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must have good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Training in Histocompatibility techniques preferred.
• Successful completion of courses in immunology or molecular biology as well as CHA or CHT is considered an asset.
• Advanced academic achievements (eg, BSc) preferred.
• Experiences in performing QA functions as well as data analysis preferred

Required Licenses, Registrations, Designations

• Current licensing with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Manitoba (CMLTM) required,
• Eligible for future membership registration with American Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (ASHI)

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Works in a busy environment around physicians, technologists, other hospital teammates and visitors.
• Must be able to actively walk and navigate throughout the work area around equipment. Works in an area which contains infectious materials, chemical hazards, and fire and mechanical hazards.
• May be required to stoop, reach, and lift approximately (20 Ibs.) loads.

Other

• Must have satisfactory employment record.
• Must be legally able to work in Canada.
• Ability to speak French is considered an asset.

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed and current resume, plus a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the above qualifications and the above competition number.This position is subject to a Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Search, an Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.CancerCare Manitoba is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment processes and work environment. If you are contacted by CancerCare Manitoba regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if accommodation measures must be taken to enable you to apply and be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.We thank all that apply and advise that only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Expected salary

Location

Winnipeg, MB

Job date

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 01:24:43 GMT

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