Cytotechnologist

Job Summary
As a General Duty Technologist, you will be responsible for the performance and release of various laboratory tests following set processes and procedures, all in keeping with Dynacare’s mission and values.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs a variety of routine laboratory procedures to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Process Cytology specimens
• Performs all routine procedures, such as specimen preparation, verify patient demographic, screening of cytology slides, maintenance of cytology equipment, set up of cytology procedures.
• Maintain accurate records for all test and control results.
• Performs routine equipment maintenance and calibrations.
• Maintains confidential and accuracy of appropriate documents.
• Required to observe all safety precautions in the performance of all duties.
• Other duties as

SKILLED KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge

• Medical Laboratory Technologist registered in good standing with and CSMLS & CMLTM.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of Quality Control documentation and procedures.
• Knowledge of cytology specimen processing.

Social Processing Skills

• Ability to multitask and work in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to function in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills.

***Please refer to Article 2 and 7 of the Collective Agreement regarding temporary positions, job postings, promotions and transfers***

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.