The Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine program (HRLMP) is a collaborative program funded and operated jointly by the Hamilton Health Sciences and St. Joseph's Healthcare. The program is committed to change and innovation, through education, service and research, to bring the highest quality science into health care for the benefit of the community, and to participate in the clinical application and interpretation of the science.
The position reports to the hematopathology manager or designate. The Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) is responsible for performing flow cytometry tests and procedures in accordance with the HRLMP policies and procedures. This testing includes but is not exclusive to: cell markers utilizing flow cytometry technology, correlation of flow cytometry results with hematology morphology, BM slide preparation, and staining. The MLT is expected to operate and maintain laboratory equipment, perform quality control and assurance procedures, participate in the implementation of new methodology and evaluations, and demonstrate a commitment to continuing education. Must be prepared to contribute when required with additional tasks such as teaching, method evaluation, technical writing, quality assurance projects, safety etc.
days, evenings, weekends
1. Current Registration with the College of Medical Laboratory Technologists of Ontario (CMLTO)
2. Successful completion of an accredited MLT program
3. Experience in flow cytometry, special stains, and bone marrow slide preparation
4. Demonstrated experience and knowledge in Hematology morphology
5. Demonstrated ability to assess and correlate flow cytometry results with hematology morphology is an asset
6. Computer skills in Epic, including order entry, result data entry and reporting
7. Excellent communication, organizational and problem- solving skills
8. Demonstrated commitment to maintaining and improving individual competence, as well as contributing to the education and development of students and co-workers
Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.
To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.
Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact Human Resources at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.
This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment. Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset.
If this position is temporary, selection for this position will be as per the outlined Collective Agreements:
Article 30 (k), CUPE Collective Agreement
Article 10.7 (d), ONA Collective Agreement
Article 13.01 (b) (ii), OPSEU 273 Collective Agreement
Article 14.04, OPSEU 209 Collective Agreement
Article 2.07 and Article 13, PIPSC RT Collective Agreement
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